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      community Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.

      community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride

      in General  122 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.

      community Dutasteride mesotherapy - who has tried it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy combined with topical minoxidil led to some hair regrowth, but taking dutasteride pills every 2-3 days showed more noticeable results. The user did not try finasteride, as their dermatologist recommended dutasteride for better outcomes with fewer side effects at a reduced dosage.

      community Hair loss stoped and hairline is coming back

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth and stopped hair loss after taking 0.5mg of dutasteride daily for a month, without using minoxidil. They reported no side effects and were pleased with the results.

      community Moving to 5mg Oral Minoxidil? Is it safe?

      in Minoxidil  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses increasing the dose of oral minoxidil from 2.5mg to 5mg for better hair density, with concerns about potential side effects like heart rate changes and fluid retention. Users suggest consulting a doctor, considering individual tolerance, and exploring other treatments like dutasteride.

      community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients

      in Minoxidil  71 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.

      community Dutasteride 16 weeks in (losing small hairs only)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.

      community month and a half update,

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after using RU58841, stemoxydine, and minoxidil, and has stopped using finasteride due to side effects. They hope the shedding is temporary and will lead to regrowth.

      community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

      in Basic Questions  165 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.

      community 3 month into 2.5mg dutasteride - no hairs fall out of my head anymore

      in Technology  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP reports that after 3 months on 2.5mg dutasteride, their hair has stopped falling out and is thick again, but they are considering stopping due to potential mood and energy side effects. Other users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and side effects, with some suggesting lower doses or alternative treatments like topical applications.

      community Switching to a more aggressive stack

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about a user switching to a more aggressive hair loss treatment, adding dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg to their current regimen of finasteride 0.02%, minoxidil 5%, biotin, massages, and microneedling. Users suggest increasing finasteride dosage and caution about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.

      community 4 months on 2.5mg Dut + 5mg oral minox daily

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 2.5mg daily of Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil, noting significant progress without major side effects. The user experienced an initial hair shed with Dutasteride, which stopped after starting Minoxidil, and recommends consulting a doctor before adjusting dosages.

      community 11 Months On Treatment (Before and After)

      in Update  122 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 11 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil daily, initially using a topical treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects, except for increased body hair and longer eyelashes, and switched from finasteride to dutasteride for more regrowth.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  81 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.

      community Been on Dut since 2022, new doctor has concerns.

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 31-year-old man has been using Dutasteride since 2022, alongside topical Minoxidil, with positive results and no issues. His new healthcare provider expressed concerns about long-term Dutasteride use and suggested alternatives like oral Minoxidil and Spironolactone, but the patient is hesitant to change a successful routine.

      community Hairline Restored on Fin & Min

      in Update  263 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user restored their hairline using a daily pill with 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 10mg Biotin, but switched to 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 10mg Biotin due to side effects. They hope the switch will alleviate issues with sex drive and ejaculation.

      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.