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      community 2 month on fin, looks terrible

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.

      community Being non responsive on dut and min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.

      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  38 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community 1000's of new tiny white hairs

      in Is this regrowth?  266 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user observed new tiny white hairs after 12 days of using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and biotin, hoping they will become terminal hairs. Others advise that while some hairs may not fully grow, consistent treatment, patience, and scalp massages could enhance results.

      community I am losing hope and starting to think this is a scam

      in Minoxidil  39 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, which have been ineffective and caused scalp itching. They are skeptical about these treatments' effectiveness and consider alternative options like ketoconazole shampoo and RU58841.

      community Dec 2024 vs now (min + fin/dut)

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced hair thickening and reduced shedding using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a switch from finasteride to dutasteride due to ineffectiveness. They also use a saw palmetto shampoo and take vitamin D3 supplements, while considering potential underlying causes like vitamin deficiencies and hard water buildup.

      community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)

      in Research/Science  234 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.

      community Minoxidil is working for me – just 3 months in! (No fin, no microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  48 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 36-year-old experienced slow, diffuse hair thinning over 15 years and saw significant improvement using 5% topical minoxidil alone for 3 months, without finasteride or microneedling. The user is pleased with the results, noting increased hair density and no visible scalp, and plans to continue monitoring progress without using hormone-affecting treatments.

      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 9 months ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

      community 6 Months Into Dut Progress Pictures

      in Progress Pictures  99 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride caused significant shedding but minimal side effects. The user plans to continue dutasteride for 12 months despite concerns about hair density.

      community Age 18 vs Age 25, the importance of starting early

      in Progress Pictures  890 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.

      community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

      in Chat  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community How essential is scalp biopsy when dealing with hair loss?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.

      community 1ish year on fin and no improvement

      in Is this regrowth?  87 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.

      community 2 years progress (28M). Finally posting my results

      in Update  220 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revita shampoo. He saw significant improvement, especially with minoxidil and dermarolling, and stressed consistency.

      community Finasteride only: Before vs 11 months

      in Progress Pictures  437 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after 11 months of using finasteride. The user experienced minimal shedding and plans to continue the treatment long-term.

      community Verteporfin and Microneedling

      in Treatments 1 year ago
      Clinical studies by Dr. Barghouthi and Dr. Bloxham indicate that Verteporfin, when used with FUE and FUT hair transplantation methods, shows promise in hair follicle regeneration and minimal scarring due to its ability to inhibit Yes-associated protein (YAP). Microneedling at depths of 3-3.5mm, combined with Verteporfin, could potentially reactivate dormant follicles, although the optimal dosage and application method are still under investigation. Concerns remain about the DHT sensitivity of regenerated follicles, highlighting the need for further research to optimize trauma levels and Verteporfin concentrations to achieve effective and scar-free hair regeneration.

      community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.