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community Another anecdotal claim DUT can make things worse than FIN - with pictures

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 41 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced initial hair improvement with finasteride but noticed worsening hair loss after switching to dutasteride. They are considering returning to finasteride due to persistent hair shedding and scalp itch.

community Concerned About Increased Hair Loss After 2 Months on Finasteride - Should I Stop?

in General 78 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride did not improve hair loss and seemed to accelerate it, particularly on the forehead. The user is considering stopping the medication due to these negative effects.

community Does Topical Finasteride alongside Oral Finasteride provide any benefits?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 month ago

Using topical finasteride alongside oral finasteride likely won't provide significant benefits and may increase the risk of side effects. The "4-in-1" spray offers a higher minoxidil concentration but may not be worth switching if oral finasteride is well-tolerated.

community 2 months difference - Before and After

in Progress Pictures 431 upvotes 10 months ago

The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial side effects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

community Botox for Hair loss

8 upvotes 6 years ago

A user tried various treatments for hair loss, including Metanx, Nizoral, hair transplants, and scalp massages, with limited success. They recently experimented with Botox injections in the scalp, which significantly reduced scalp itch and shedding, though it's too early to see regrowth.

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 Losing ground after over 5 years on dutasteride and min

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using dutasteride and minoxidil for over five years and is considering adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and nizoral to their regimen. They are concerned about the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, especially with an upcoming event.

community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

in Side effects? 200 upvotes 3 months ago

A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

community Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! NOT MEDICAL ADVICE

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.

community M34 – On finasteride, unsure about starting minoxidil

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 7 months ago

A 34-year-old male, already on finasteride, is hesitant to continue minoxidil due to side effects like headaches and concerns about facial bloating and skin aging. Another user shares their experience with minoxidil causing facial bloating but hopes for hair growth benefits.

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