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      community One year progress on 5% topical min

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 5% topical minoxidil, with considerations for adding finasteride or dutasteride. Concerns about side effects, such as unwanted body hair growth from oral minoxidil, are also mentioned.
      35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      community 35M: Irregular Fin Use, Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil and Fin

      in General  57 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 35-year-old male has been using finasteride inconsistently for two years and is hesitant about using minoxidil due to potential side effects. He is considering oral minoxidil and microneedling as alternatives and is unsure if dutasteride is too strong.

      community Oral Minoxidil Changes to Vellus Hair

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their early 30s has been using finasteride for about 10 years and recently started oral minoxidil, vitamin chewables, and dermarolling to address hair loss. They noticed pigmented vellus hairs and potential regrowth, questioning if oral minoxidil is more effective than topical due to enzyme differences.

      community What’s the view on stemoxydine?

      in Product  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Stemoxydine may work synergistically with minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users experiencing minimal results and concerns about cost. Users suggest sticking to proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while considering stemoxydine as an additional option.

      community What dosage topical Finasteride should I go with?

      in Chat 10 months ago
      The conversation is about adjusting the dosage of topical Finasteride to avoid side effects like chest pain and breast swelling. The user is considering reducing the concentration to 0.1% or trying microdosing with 0.01-0.025% for lower systemic effects.

      community Oral min 2.5mg daily 2 month update 🦍

      in Satire  826 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss. Some users noticed increased hair density, while others experienced unwanted hair growth in different areas of the body.

      community Seriously confused about minoxidil's method of action

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses confusion about how Minoxidil promotes hair growth compared to other substances like Menthol, which have similar actions. The user mentions personal positive results with peppermint oil extract and is currently trying L-citrulline for its vasodilation effects.

      community Extremely potent catalyst for Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Using Megatek with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth, especially vellus hairs, but is less effective alone. Biotin and ketoconazole shampoo are also used to support hair health.

      community Ru58841 for a female w male pattern baldness

      in General  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hair loss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.

      community 18 and possibly in the midst of MPB

       7 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.

      community 5mg Oral Minoxidil - No Effects

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported no effects after 2 months of taking 5mg oral minoxidil, with no shedding or regrowth. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal and if they should be discouraged.

      community Lowering DHT vs measured level and topical scalp treatment issues

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.

      community Can trichodynia ruin an exosome treatment?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has tried various hair loss treatments including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and exosome therapy, but none have been effective. They suspect trichodynia might be preventing these treatments from working.

      community Min/Fin is pure magic. Seriously. Read below

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported significant hair growth improvements using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, despite minor side effects. The doctor advised against combining multiple treatments to identify what works.

      community 5 months on 5% min + 1 mg finastreride.

      in Minoxidil  1101 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their experience using 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting no crown thinning but front diffuse thinning and hairline issues. They experienced fewer side effects on 0.5 mg finasteride but returned to 1 mg, and did not experience shedding after starting treatment.

      community My doc asked me to use this, I'm 17

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss due to hard water was advised by a dermatologist to use a treatment containing Minoxidil and vitamins. A respondent confirmed the treatment's safety but warned that discontinuing Minoxidil could worsen hair loss.

      community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus

      in Update  76 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.

      community Rate my treatment stack from 1-10

      in Chat 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.

      community "When comparing 5% minoxidil with 0.60 mm or 1.20 mm needle lengths, Faghihi et al. found that 0.60 mm needle lengths led to significant hair count and diameter increases versus 5% minoxidil, whereas 1.20 mm needle lengths only saw hair count increases versus 5% minoxidil"

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.

      community What to expect switching from 2% to 5% minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil 8 months ago
      A user switched from 2% to 5% minoxidil, alongside using finasteride and dermarolling, to address hair thinning and is curious about potential shedding. They have not experienced noticeable hair loss or shedding since starting the treatment.