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      community Question about switching from oral to topical fin

      in Treatments  99 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced hair loss and side effects from oral finasteride, leading them to consider switching to topical finasteride to reduce side effects while maintaining hair. Another user suggested trying dutasteride under medical supervision, noting individual differences in side effects.

      community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.

      community Lowering scalp prolactine - Any ideas ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding the best method to lower scalp prolactine, with suggestions like P5P and Melatonin. The user also mentions HMI115 as a potential treatment and seeks feedback from those who have tried these methods.

      community Have some questions about prescription I got from a trichologist

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A trichologist prescribed Biotrade Sebomax HR Anti-Hair Loss Tonic, Spectral DNC-N Nanoxidil, Hairfollic Him/Man Vitamins, and Bosley MD DHT blocking supplements instead of finasteride due to potential risks at age 21. The user questions the legitimacy of the treatment and considers seeking a second opinion.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  73 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community Thank you.

       21 upvotes 9 years ago
      Finasteride helped users feel better about hair loss, with some experiencing positive changes in confidence and reduced anxiety. Despite initial concerns, users reported satisfaction with the treatment over several months.

      community Severe Vitamin D deficiency?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about severe Vitamin D deficiency and its potential link to hair loss. The user is already using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil for aggressive hair loss.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community Started to See Progress but Greying Out

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment regimen including Minokem N, topical finasteride+minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for three months and has seen progress. However, they've also noticed an increase in grey hair, particularly on the sides of their head, and are seeking advice.

      community Losing hair everywhere, idk what to do :(

       28 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 22-year-old male has been experiencing widespread hair loss for over four years, including pain and significant shedding. Treatments tried include ketoconazole shampoo, fluocinonide topical solution, biotin, ACV, and dry shampoo, but none have been effective.
      Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?

      community Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?

      in Research  147 upvotes 5 months ago
      Liver problems may reduce the effectiveness of oral minoxidil due to impaired SULT1A1 enzyme activity, which is crucial for converting minoxidil to its active form. This reduction in enzyme function can significantly decrease the drug's effectiveness in promoting hair growth.

      community 7 month on Finesteride 1mg. Regrowth or not?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for seven months to address hair loss but hasn't seen noticeable regrowth and is experiencing brittle, thinning hair with scalp issues. They are also using Salisia and Re’equil Salicylic Acid shampoo for potential psoriasis and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

      community Concern about my hair loss escalation

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair loss and has tried treatments like PRP therapy, topical and oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dietary changes, with limited success. They are concerned about losing more hair before a scheduled hair transplant and are advised to postpone the transplant to allow medications more time to work.

      community 20M NW6 diffuse —> NW1 Fin/Dut

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW6 diffuse to NW1 after 5 months of finasteride and 2 months of dutasteride. Another user asked if these treatments affected beard or body hair thickness.

      community Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05 (sernivo spray)

      in General  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user was prescribed betamethasone dipropionate spray for a receding hairline, which caused skin peeling and depigmentation. They stopped using it and are considering alternatives like BPC-157/TB-500 for healing.

      community 2 months on oral fin+ topical min. Age 24

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 2-month progress using oral finasteride (1mg) four times a week, topical minoxidil (5%) daily, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for hair loss. They experienced initial headaches and shedding but plan to continue the regimen due to positive results.

      community Losing ground after over 5 years on dutasteride and min

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 10 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 Loosing my hairline at 29. 2 months on fina+mino

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 29-year-old is experiencing hairline loss and has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two months, considering adding RU58841. They are advised to get a blood test for deficiencies and to style their hair instead of frequent haircuts.
      Shave it or treat it need advise on mpb genetic

      community Shave it or treat it need advise on mpb genetic

      in General  68 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old experiencing rapid hair loss is considering whether to shave their head or use treatments. They were prescribed B12, topical finasteride 0.1%, and minoxidil 10% but are unsure about the correct dosage and potential side effects.