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      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Second opinion on my dermatologist’s advice?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering switching from finasteride and oral minoxidil to dutasteride and a higher dose of oral minoxidil, taken intermittently, based on their dermatologist's advice. They are unsure about claims that finasteride loses effectiveness after a year and that minoxidil doesn't need daily dosing, and they are seeking community input on these points.

      community Progress pics - should I switch from fin to dut?

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil to address hair loss, having seen some progress with topical treatments and microneedling. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future and seeking advice on obtaining medications in Italy.

      community 25M | 10 years of gradual hair loss | Minoxidil user | Looking for input on treatment optimization before HT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.

      community losing ground after a year with dut 0.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.

      community September 2023 vs December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to side effects but is experiencing further hair recession. They plan to double the dosage, despite mixed feedback on the effectiveness and potential side effects of the treatments.

      community Ru58841 and later response (6+ months) ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried many hair loss treatments including dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, PRP, and microneedling without much success and is now using RU58841, seeing initial vellus hair growth but no further improvement after 5 months. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of RU58841 after 6-12 months of use.

      community 9 months of treatment as an aggressive diffuse thinner

      in Progress Pictures  63 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and other treatments for hair loss over nine months, seeing some improvement in hair thickness and crown volume but continued thinning at the hairline. They plan to continue treatment for another nine months despite being sensitive to DHT fluctuations and are considering increasing dosages or other options like a hair transplant.

      community 1 month on ALL the DRUGS, do I pass for hair yet?

      in Is this regrowth?  518 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one month using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Biotin, NMN, NMD, BPC-157, and topical Minoxidil, along with dermarolling. They expressed surprise at the effectiveness and regret not starting sooner, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community Hair transplant #1 7 month update

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started oral minoxidil and finasteride two months after a hair transplant and plans to switch to dutasteride, using Nizoral and Mossi shampoos. They are considering a second transplant in Tijuana and using hair fibers and mousse for styling while waiting for medication effects.

      community Progress over 3 years of thinning

      in Is this regrowth?  217 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over three years using a combination of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral shampoo. Initial side effects from finasteride subsided after switching to dutasteride, leading to improved hair density and thickness.

      community 42 years old / 6 months / dut, minox, keto, dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 42-year-old is using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, with noticeable progress after six months. They are questioning if further gains are possible and considering stopping the dermaroller, as advised that future improvements may only involve hair thickening.

      community Fin advice please - losing ground!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss issues after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back, with stress and seborrheic dermatitis affecting hair quality. They plan to continue finasteride, treat seborrheic dermatitis, and monitor nutrient levels, considering low-dose oral minoxidil if safe.

      community 1 year of dut 0.5mg and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year of using dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, and weekly dermastamping. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to stop using topical minoxidil soon.

      community Slow progress is better than no progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users note positive changes and suggest dutasteride for oily scalp issues.

      community Unable to regrow hair, even though I am on a strong stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  22 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using a combination of 7% minoxidil, 0.2% finasteride, 0.5mg finasteride, RU58841, and daily microneedling but is not seeing hair regrowth after 5 months. Suggestions include being patient, reducing microneedling frequency, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after a year.

      community Losing ground on Dut + Min + Ketoconazole

      in General  77 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old male using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo is experiencing increased hair shedding and vellus hair growth along the hairline. Concerns are raised about whether this is a seasonal shed or a potential setback.

      community 9 years of hair loss process and 27 months of treatment. What's going on?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss diagnosed as chronic Telogen Effluvium and male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride due to side effects but with limited success. The user plans to return to finasteride due to side effects from dutasteride, while others suggest maintaining consistent treatment and considering additional options like oral minoxidil and lifestyle changes.

      community 5 months in.. planning to do a transplant @ the 1 year mark

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a regimen of dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, Nutrafol, and keto shampoo for hair regrowth, with plans for a hair transplant at the one-year mark. Users suggest adjusting treatments due to scalp inflammation and discuss the potential addition of RU58841, while noting impressive results so far.

      community Is it okay to take minoxidil orally if I am already taking finasteride?

      in General  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      Taking oral minoxidil with finasteride is generally acceptable and can be more convenient than using topical minoxidil. Dermarolling may enhance minoxidil absorption, and dutasteride is a stronger alternative to finasteride for DHT suppression, but it may have more side effects.

      community Wednesday after micro needling through Friday today.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.