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      community crown worsening after 6 months 🥀

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and is advised to add minoxidil to their treatment. Concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of combining finasteride and minoxidil are discussed.

      community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

      community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

      community Self-Experiment - Topical Rapamycin or a-KB

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user plans to create a DIY topical treatment for hair loss using Rapamycin, possibly combined with alpha-ketoglutaric acid (a-KG). They discuss the concentration and formulation process for Rapamycin, considering safety and skin penetration, and intend to apply it every other day to the scalp.

      community Finally going to bite the bullet, pic for current UK

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  86 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, recommending starting with finasteride and minoxidil, possibly adding dutasteride later. Users suggest using a combination of oral and topical treatments, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo, while emphasizing realistic expectations and the need for lifelong commitment to treatment.

      community Low topical fin + 0.5% pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Using a combination of low-dose topical finasteride (0.025%) and 0.5% pyrilutamide for hair loss, with a focus on minimizing side effects. The user seeks experiences and results from others who have tried this combination.

      community 9 months on Finasteride 1,25mg + HRT

      in Transgender  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the results of using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and finasteride for hair loss, and switching from finasteride to bicalutamide as an anti-androgen treatment. The user shared before and after photos to discuss the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Trust the process my friends is

      in Update  379 upvotes 4 months ago
      OP used oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) and dutasteride (0.5 mg) for 12 months with successful hair regrowth. Consistency in treatment is emphasized, and switching from finasteride to dutasteride is suggested for better results.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community 5 months on minoxidil and finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  54 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth treatments using minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users discuss their experiences, including side effects, shedding, and the potential benefits of adding microneedling.

      community BREEZULA COVID UPDATE: Filing for Special Protocol Assessment with FDA

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.

      community Balding as a teenage boy - guide based on my experience

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person shared their experience with teenage male pattern baldness, advising teenagers to involve their parents, consult medical professionals, and not self-medicate. They discussed using minoxidil and finasteride, including a topical combination of both, as potential treatments under professional supervision.

      community I feel like im slowly losing the battle despite literally doing most things.

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, dermastamping, oils, and a healthy lifestyle, but is hesitant to try minoxidil. Others suggest dropping ineffective methods and starting minoxidil, with some recommending switching to dutasteride for better results.
      M30. thoughts onswitching from oral to topical

      community M30. thoughts onswitching from oral to topical

      in General  67 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is considering switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss due to side effects like watery semen and erectile dysfunction. They are currently using oral finasteride and minoxidil and are concerned about potential sexual side effects with topical use.

      community Progress pics April 30 to Aug 9

      in Progress Pictures  302 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "mspamnamem" shares their progress with a hair loss treatment stack consisting of finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and microneedling. They express satisfaction with their progress and hope for continued improvement. Other users in the conversation provide encouragement and share their own experiences.

      community Had a rough week. What to do now?

      in Treatment  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user had a rough week after being told they couldn't get a hair transplant due to insufficient donor area and worsening balding. They were advised to increase their oral Minoxidil dosage and consider switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride.

      community Switching from oral to topical dutasteride+minoxidil

      in Basic Questions  93 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering switching from oral to topical dutasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about mental health effects from lower DHT levels. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of this change, including potential hair shedding and density changes.

      community Just got my diagnosis, not allowed to have fin, not sure what to do

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old male diagnosed with male pattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.

      community Strategies for Treatment Resistant Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing treatment-resistant androgenic alopecia despite using high doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, along with other treatments like microneedling and purilutamide. Suggestions include considering a hair transplant, checking medication authenticity, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 or topical estradiol.