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community I am fed up, tired and really need your opinion/help.

in Minoxidil 13 upvotes 4 years ago

A person experiencing hair loss is using finasteride and considering minoxidil but is worried about side effects like heart palpitations. They seek advice on continuing minoxidil, trying alternatives like microneedling, or considering a hair transplant.

community Should I just keep trusting my medicine?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

A user noticed hair thinning and was prescribed spironolactone, which led to increased hair loss. They were advised to switch to finasteride.

community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects

in Minoxidil 30 upvotes 4 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.

community Dr. Rassman’s topical liposomal finasteride - gyno question

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 4 years ago

User discusses topical liposomal finasteride for hair loss, hoping to avoid breast growth side effect. Conversation includes using minoxidil, fluridil, and dermarolling, and mentions minimal systemic absorption of liposomal finasteride.

community 2 weeks on Oral Minoxidil (loniten). 1.25mg/day

in Minoxidil 11 upvotes 4 years ago

The user has been taking oral Minoxidil (1.25mg/day) for two weeks to treat hair loss, has experienced no side effects, and plans to increase the dose to 2.5mg/day after another two weeks. They are also monitoring their blood pressure and have not noticed any negative interactions with their pre-workout supplements.

community Study: minoxidil alone is just as effective as minox+tretinoin+azelaic acid

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 5 years ago

Minoxidil alone is just as effective as when combined with tretinoin and azelaic acid for hair loss. People adding tretinoin and azelaic acid to minoxidil may not see the expected benefits.

community 21 y/o M, 3 month amazing progress on min and topical fin, I want to share my success story.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 5 years ago

A 21-year-old male who has been suffering from hair loss since he was 17, and has made great progress with a combination of minoxidil and finasteride topical solutions. They discussed the efficacy of microneedling for sensitive scalps as well.

community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

in Progress Pictures 4 upvotes 5 years ago

The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.

community I don't feel like I'm decaying anymore

in Update 78 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, noting improvements in hair thickness and confidence. They also mentioned using a dermaroller and managing side effects, while others in the conversation shared similar experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

community I think I gave myself congestive heart failure

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 5 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects, including symptoms of congestive heart failure, after using excessive doses of minoxidil for beard growth. They stopped using it due to financial reasons, but still suffer from lingering symptoms and are advised to seek medical attention.

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