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      community Losing the gains and frontline of battle

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hair loss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.

      community Is it dumb to use both oral and topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using both oral and topical minoxidil is not considered dumb, and some users report better results with both, though it may cause shedding and scalp irritation. Combining minoxidil with finasteride is recommended for better effectiveness.

      community 24M seeking help for aggressive androgenetic alopecia - "nuke" stack?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male with aggressive androgenetic alopecia is using 1mg finasteride daily and considering a treatment stack including 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and RU58841. He seeks advice on the safety and effectiveness of these treatments and whether any adjustments are needed.

      community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?

      in Research/Science  110 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.

      community 13 days on Ru58841 hair trichoscopy

      in Update  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed potential hair growth after 13 days of using RU58841, alongside a regimen of oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil. Others think it's too soon to see results, and some are surprised by the high dosage of oral minoxidil.

      community 4 months update with minoxidil!

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil and 2 months of oral dutasteride for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding but also new hair growth. They reported side effects like increased body hair and temporary low libido, and are considering adding topical finasteride to their regimen.

      community Nutrafol backed by Science to reverse male balding?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Nutrafol helps improve hair thickness and hairline but may have potential health risks like liver damage and increased prostate cancer risk. The user plans to continue Nutrafol at a lower dosage while managing seborrheic dermatitis and considers future use of topical finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and microneedling.

      community My hair loss makes no sense I can't stand it

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced severe hair loss after taking testosterone, despite using treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil. The user regrets taking testosterone, as it seems to have permanently increased sensitivity to DHT, accelerating hair loss.

      community 3 Months of Inconsistent Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical Minoxidil inconsistently for three months, along with starting Dutasteride two weeks ago and alternating with Finasteride. They reported no shedding and are considering switching to only Dutasteride once Finasteride runs out, while also experiencing some minor side effects that resolved quickly.

      community All my gains from minoxidil fell out years later

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after initially gaining hair with minoxidil and is now using dutasteride and oral minoxidil alongside topical minoxidil, hoping to regain lost hair. There is uncertainty about the effectiveness of these treatments, with some users suggesting that blocking DHT might help, while others express skepticism about regrowth.

      community Switching to minoxidil and tretinoin from just minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride mix to a combination of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, 0.01% tretinoin, and 1.5% azelaic acid due to low regrowth success. They are seeking advice on whether to use the new mix at night and continue the old mix in the morning or try oral minoxidil in the morning.

      community 5 Months Minoxidil (and ~1.5 Years Fin/Dut)

      in Progress Pictures  593 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, despite some patchiness along the hairline. The user reduced the oral minoxidil dose due to low blood pressure concerns.

      community Update 1.5 years on finasteride. My experience so far.

      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced initial hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and a dermaroller but faced setbacks after a treatment break and dry scalp issues. They are considering switching treatments and have added ketoconazole shampoo and reservatol plus to their regimen.

      community 30M 6 month min 2.5mg/ fin1mg results + hormone test

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male shares his 6-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, noting increased hair thickness and regrowth. He also mentions using supplements like biotin and cod liver oil and discusses the convenience of combined pills.

      community 3ish months in w topical min. Happy but should I expect more?

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user who has been using topical minoxidil for 3 months and oral finasteride for 2.5 years to combat hair loss, with positive results so far. The user is curious about future hair growth and considers additional treatments like dermarolling and low-level laser therapy.

      community A concern regarding the upcoming androgen degrader drug GT20029

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer side effects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community 20M Losing/lost hope, have tried everything

      in Chat  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.

      community Lowest Effective RU58841 Dose?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with users considering lower doses like 2.5% to reduce costs. Some users suggest that if already blocking DHT, lower doses might still be effective unless there's high sensitivity to DHT.

      community My estrogen levels are obscene

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.