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      community 6 months on fin (worse) still shedding

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 6 days ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting and stopping minoxidil and finasteride, leading to thin hair and personal distress. They are currently on oral finasteride without side effects and are advised to maintain consistent treatment and consider additional options like microneedling and oils.

      community L. reuteri (probiotic for Androgenic Alopecia)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 1 week ago
      L. reuteri, a probiotic, is being explored for its potential benefits in treating androgenic alopecia, possibly enhancing finasteride's effects and reducing inflammation. The user combines this with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements, noting some improvement in hair loss.

      community Here are the steps I'm taking in my hair regrowth journey!

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shares their hair regrowth journey using finasteride and minoxidil, highlighting lifestyle changes to enhance results. Another user reports negative side effects from finasteride and plans to try ketoconazole shampoo and natural oils.

      community Minoxidil asking advice as an 23F

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old woman is considering starting minoxidil for hair thinning but is concerned about its long-term use and effectiveness. Recommendations include consulting a doctor, checking ferritin levels, and considering treatments like spironolactone or finasteride, while minoxidil is suggested for regrowth but not as a primary treatment.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 2 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community Results from 272 diode Red Light Therapy hat exclusively.

      in Is this regrowth?  247 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user reported noticeable hair regrowth using a 272 diode red light therapy hat over 11 months without Minoxidil or Finasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness compared to traditional treatments, with some suggesting combining therapies for better results.

      community Rosemary oil works. I definitely does

      in Treatment 3 months ago
      Rosemary oil is claimed to slow hair loss and improve hair thickness, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users preferring proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Lifestyle factors and consistent use are suggested to enhance results, though skepticism about natural remedies remains.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 3 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Crown Christmas Miracle: Back From the Dead 💀

      in Progress Pictures  2098 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 42-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in seven months using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He experienced minimal side effects and noted dramatic improvements in hair thickness and health.

      community Chat is this real? Compound called clascoterone

      in Research/Science  585 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone shows promising results for hair regrowth in men with androgenetic alopecia, with potential FDA approval by 2026. It acts as a topical androgen receptor blocker, offering a new treatment option with minimal side effects compared to existing treatments like finasteride.

      community Turkey? Fin? Min? Fin+Min? Biotin? Keto? Saw? Dut? Nut?

      in Satire  1355 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss treatments and celebrity hair maintenance, mentioning finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, biotin, ketoconazole, saw palmetto, dutasteride, and Nutrafol. The tone is satirical, speculating on celebrities' use of hairpieces and transplants.

      community Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min

      in Chat  124 upvotes 5 months ago
      Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.

      community Derma told me to quit finastirde

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  276 upvotes 5 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

      community 1 year of 1mg finasteride a day

      in Progress Pictures  305 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been taking 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, maintaining hair density without regrowth. They are considering oral minoxidil for regrowth, avoiding topical minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats, despite concerns about heart side effects.

      community 31M. Just diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Fears of min.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.

      community Experience with only Minoxidil and Nizoral

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil and Nizoral alone are unlikely to stop hair loss effectively, as they do not address the root cause, which is often DHT. Many users suggest incorporating a 5AR inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for better results, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community Result - 5 months of topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  7488 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 37-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in five months using topical minoxidil 5%, rosemary oil massages, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. His impressive results led to disbelief and admiration, with some attributing his success to being a "hyper responder."

      community Scalp massages: where's the community consensus on this ?

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      Scalp massages have mixed reviews for hair loss; some users report reduced shedding and healthier hair, while others see no benefit or worsening conditions. Many prefer proven treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride over massages.

      community Temporalis Hypertrophy and hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp exercises. Opinions vary on the effectiveness, with some attributing hair loss to muscle tension and inflammation, while others focus on genetics and DHT.

      community Just hit my 8 month mark on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  56 upvotes 10 months ago
      After 8 months on finasteride, the user experiences increased hair shedding and thinning, despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. They consider switching to dutasteride but decide to continue the current regimen for a year before reassessing.