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      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community 28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT - CROWN FILLING IN

      in Progress Pictures  375 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old male reported significant hair regrowth using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride over five months, with occasional ketoconazole use. Users discussed side effects like stuffy nose and low libido, and shared experiences with different hair loss treatments.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

      community DHT before and after from .5mg DUT once a week

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced improved libido and erections after reducing DHT levels with 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week, despite previous side effects from finasteride. They are also on testosterone replacement therapy and have not noticed major personality changes.

      community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.

      community 2 Year Fin/Min/Niz Journey AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1191 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 2-year hair loss treatment journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil daily, Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week, recently added dutasteride twice a week, and microneedling once a week. They've seen improvement in their hair and advise consistency with medication, with some users responding positively to the progress.

      community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

      community Finasteride Concerns: Nipple Sensitivity and Gyno Risk at 23M

      in Basic Questions  117 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced nipple sensitivity after starting finasteride for hair loss and stopped using it due to concerns about gynecomastia. He is worried about the risk of developing gynecomastia if he resumes finasteride, especially with plans to increase muscle mass.

      community 2 month update Exosomes

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user's two month update on their hair loss journey and the treatments they are trying, which include exosome injections, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.

      community Possible solution: 2.5mg DUT for everyone

      in Chat  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.

      community 20M on dut for 2 months a long with 5mg monoxdil

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old is using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair regrowth and is questioning if recent changes are due to regrowth or lighting. Users suggest the changes are due to minoxidil and advise not to worry about hair shedding from dutasteride.

      community Having to quit due to gyno symptoms

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after taking finasteride for three weeks and plans to stop due to gynecomastia symptoms. Stopping finasteride may lead to some hair regrowth, but benefits from the treatment might be lost; topical alternatives are suggested.

      community Blood Test Recommendations & Brewers Yeast

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering blood tests to understand their receding hairline and is exploring brewer's yeast for its biotin content. They have been using topical Minoxidil, biotin, collagen, and microneedling, but are avoiding oral Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      community 3 year update - Dut, Min, Niz. 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  638 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared a 3-year hair restoration update using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, a 1.5mm derma roller twice a month, and Nizoral shampoo. They reported significant improvement and maintenance of hair, with minimal side effects, and are satisfied with the results at age 40.