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      community Excessive hair growth from Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil foam and oral finasteride resulted in significant hair regrowth, especially on the hairline, with no side effects from finasteride. The user applied Rogaine 5% for minoxidil.

      community Topical Fin & Min, 5 Month Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  1182 upvotes 7 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with weekly dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, without side effects. Others suggested additional treatments like red light therapy and PRP.

      community Topical FIN/MIN, Dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole and DHT blocking shampoo

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community pictures before I started pyrilutamide (repost)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 3 years ago
      Automatic-Law-3612's progress with hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide. They have been using these products for two weeks and noticed baby hairs in their temples getting longer.

      community Bimatoprost (Lumigan) for MPB?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Bimatoprost for eyebrow regrowth and its potential use on the hairline, with concerns about cost and side effects. Alternatives like topical Minoxidil are mentioned, but the user is worried about aging and acne.

      community Finasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide

      in Progress Pictures  79 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user tried minoxidil 5% for 3 years with little improvement, then switched to a 15% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride solution once daily and started using pyrilutamide, resulting in significant hair regrowth over time. They are considering a hair transplant but are continuing with topical treatments to maximize hair growth first.

      community Topical Finasteride Gel 1% after 4 months — problems

      in Finasteride  156 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning due to a testosterone spike and used a minoxidil solution and topical finasteride gel. After four months, the gel caused side effects without improving hair thinning, leading to questions about continuing or adjusting the treatment.

      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 3 years ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

      community My experience with Bosley in California

       37 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user felt pressured during a hair transplant consultation at Bosley, where they were advised to undergo FUT surgery and use a laser cap for maintenance, but did not meet with a doctor. Other users recommended seeking a second opinion from reputable doctors like Dr. Rassman and suggested trying finasteride first.

      community Almost 3.5 months on topical fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  254 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress after 3.5 months using topical finasteride (0.2%) and minoxidil (5%), noting thicker hair despite a receding hairline. They plan to consider a hair transplant in the future and found applying treatments easier on a shaved head.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Swapping from Fluridil to Pyrilutimide?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the main focus on using Fluridil and considering switching to Pyrilutamide. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, topical finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and saw palmetto supplements, with advice to stick with Fluridil for at least six months before considering alternatives.

      community Scalp barrier support while using min foam? +Seb derm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started using minoxidil foam daily after two years on finasteride and is managing seborrheic dermatitis with antifungal shampoo. They seek advice on moisturizing products that won't worsen their condition, with suggestions including gentle shampoos and light ceramide serums.

      community After 7 years on minoxidil 5% foam how bad is it? (28 year old male)

      in Is this regrowth? 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.

      community Clascoterone study going on right now

      in Research/Science  355 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

      community 1 years progress. Thoughts please?

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, with plans for a future hair transplant. They are considering additional treatments like dermastamping and exploring options for dutasteride, which is unavailable in their country.

      community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)

      in Research/Science  236 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.

      community Hairline stable but diffuse thinning with topical fin+min

      in Finasteride  237 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced stable hairline but diffuse thinning after switching from oral finasteride to a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the topical treatment and are considering other options due to a recent decline in hair density.

      community Over 95% of his face is covered in hair.

      in Satire  349 upvotes 1 year ago
      A young man with hypertrichosis has over 95% of his face covered in hair, sparking humorous comments about hair loss treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride. Users joke about transplanting his facial hair and discuss the challenges of his condition compared to typical balding.