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      community Switching from topical min to oral min. Is it the right choice?

      in General  97 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to a combined oral treatment of finasteride and minoxidil for better consistency but is concerned about potential side effects like shedding, dizziness, and swelling. Another user advises that oral minoxidil should only be used under medical supervision with regular health checks and suggests using reputable brands like Pfizer's Loniten.

      community Clascoterone 5% solution infographic

      in Update  129 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution is discussed as a potential new treatment for hair loss, offering an alternative for those who can't use finasteride or need additional options beyond minoxidil. Concerns about cost, effectiveness, and safety compared to existing treatments like RU58841 and finasteride are highlighted.

      community Finasteride, 2 years [progress pictures]

      in Progress Pictures  643 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their two-year progress using finasteride, noting hair stabilization without side effects and no use of minoxidil. They plan a hair transplant and emphasize finasteride's role in maintaining hair rather than regrowing it.

      community Problem with Topican Finasteride, sides

      in General  119 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like shallow breathing, loss of libido, and erectile issues after using topical finasteride with minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue the treatment despite these side effects.

      community Is my routine good enough?

      in Finasteride  226 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old is experiencing diffuse hair loss and has been using minoxidil without success. They are now trying a routine with oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and dermarolling, but are unsure about the effectiveness and legitimacy of the products.

      community Recommendations for topical antiandrogens

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about adding a topical anti-androgen to a hair loss treatment regimen that includes dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user is considering topical finasteride or dutasteride, Nizoral shampoo, KX-826, and topical spironolactone, while avoiding RU58841 due to safety concerns.

      community 18 M on fin 0.25 mg for 4months

      in General  256 upvotes 4 months ago
      An 18-year-old male has been taking oral finasteride 0.25 mg daily for almost four months to address hairline recession, experiencing mild sexual side effects like softer erections and lower libido. He also uses Tugain 5%, ketoconazole, and vitamins, noticing slowed shedding but no major regrowth, and seeks advice on managing side effects and hair loss.

      community Topical fin/min/tret hairline worse after 15 months

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day, while another user suggests trying oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Consider 0.5mg after taking 1mg for 1 week

      in Finasteride  112 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user started taking 1mg of finasteride daily but experienced anxiety and brain fog, considering reducing the dose to 0.5mg to adjust. They seek advice on whether this change could help manage side effects and hair shedding.

      community 5 months of treatment photos uppdated

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a dermaroller for hair regrowth, noticing most improvement between months 3 and 4. Other users commented on the positive results and shared their own treatment routines.

      community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?

      in Is this regrowth? 5 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.

      community PROGRESS ON NEW ROUTINE - DUT/Minox/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment progress using a routine of Avodart (Dutasteride), oral and topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. The user reports no side effects and shows improvement after resuming consistent treatment.

      community Recent discovered thinning hair, taking steps to diagnose.

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 43-year-old noticed significant hair thinning and is using topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Alpecin, biotin, zinc, copper, vitamin D, and rosemary oil. They plan to see an endocrinologist and have blood tests scheduled to investigate further.

      community When did your regrowth level out?

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair regrowth typically levels out after several months of treatment with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with many users experiencing stabilization rather than significant regrowth. Starting treatment early is crucial, as regrowth is rare beyond Norwood 3 without additional interventions like hair transplants.

      community Finally got some progress after 2 months

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after two months of using a topical solution with finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (0.5%) for hair loss, reporting no side effects and minimal shedding. They are considering continuing the treatment due to its effectiveness.

      community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,

      in Update 5 months ago
      OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.

      community Custom topical solution in Bangkok

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 28-year-old male uses custom-compounded topical solutions with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin for hair loss maintenance. He seeks advice on sourcing similar solutions in Bangkok, Thailand, and whether a local prescription is needed.

      community Hairline itch when hairline’s receding

      in Chat  80 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.

      community 18M with Hair Loss: Topical Min and Fin Side Effects

      in General  106 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and side effects from using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are seeking advice on managing hair loss and side effects, including reduced libido and dry scalp.

      community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

      community Topical Finasteride Gel 1% after 4 months — problems

      in Finasteride  156 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning due to a testosterone spike and used a minoxidil solution and topical finasteride gel. After four months, the gel caused side effects without improving hair thinning, leading to questions about continuing or adjusting the treatment.

      community Heavy shedding after one year could treatment not be effective

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been on finasteride and minoxidil for a year, along with biotin supplements, microneedling, and ketoconazole, but is experiencing heavy hair shedding and is concerned about the treatment's effectiveness. They are seeking advice and experiences from others regarding shedding and potential signs of hair regrowth.