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      community My experience with 1mg fin eod

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

      community DHT is higher on DUT than on FIN. Why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the fluctuation of testosterone levels in men under 40 and the difference between serum DHT and scalp DHT. It also mentions that DHT levels are higher on Dutasteride than on Finasteride, which is unusual.

      community Study: You can safely conceive on Dutasteride

      in Research/Science  95 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride is considered safe for conception, with semen concentrations being too low to cause harm. Users discuss switching between dutasteride and finasteride, with some experiencing side effects like acne and heart issues, and advice is given to maintain a consistent treatment regimen.

      community 1.25mg Finasteride (6times a week)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old is using 1.25mg finasteride six times a week and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair loss. They are experiencing reduced libido and erectile issues, possibly due to stress, and are questioning if the finasteride dosage is affecting DHT suppression.

      community Six months 1mg oral Fin - any improvement?

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair improvement after six months of using 1mg oral finasteride, with some side effects like reduced libido and initial mood changes. They are considering adding oral minoxidil for further regrowth.

      community What happens to the excess testosterone after using dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

      community Microneedling leaves scalp red for days

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Woman with AGA uses microneedling, minoxidil, spiro, and laser for hair loss. Experiences redness and tenderness for three days after microneedling with Dermapen M8, asks if it's normal and the correct speed setting.

      community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

      in Finasteride  41 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

      community 33, NW5: Deciding on Finasteride, Grafts, or Shaved Head

      in General  115 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss at NW 5 and is using finasteride, which is causing side effects like dry eyes and loss of libido. They are considering continuing with minoxidil and finasteride or opting for a hair transplant, feeling depressed about their situation.

      community Dutasteride power compared to finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, with some users experiencing better results, especially at higher doses. However, individual responses vary, and some users report side effects or no response to either treatment.

      community (26M)1 year with 1mg oral Fin/5% topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male used 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for a year, noticing progress despite initial skepticism and minor side effects. He applied minoxidil to both the hairline and entire scalp, and attempted microneedling but discontinued due to sneezing.

      community Chest pain on Oral minoxidil (18M)

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 2 months ago
      An 18-year-old experienced chest pain, headaches, and vomiting after taking oral minoxidil for hair loss. They reduced the dosage, felt better, but experienced sharp chest pain again after increasing it, and are advised to stop the medication and see a doctor.

      community Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  148 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community Being non responsive on dut and min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.

      community 500mg pill of dutesteride ? Will I become Jesus him self ?

      in Satire  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses the exaggerated effects of taking a 500mg pill of dutasteride, with users joking about extreme side effects like excessive hair growth and loss of sensation. It also mentions personal experiences with finasteride and the potential high bioavailability of dutasteride in liquid form.

      community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

      in Minoxidil  43 upvotes 7 months ago
      Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.

      community Have I progressed or is it just my imagination?

      in Is this regrowth?  278 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone noticing hair regrowth after using a scalp massager and considering a hair transplant. People suggest using finasteride or dutasteride, but there's debate on their effectiveness and side effects. Some see progress, while others are skeptical without consistent photo evidence.

      community Progress finasteride and minoxidil + problem

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair improvement in the central and back areas after using finasteride, minoxidil, and a galenic lotion, but the temple area is worsening. They suspect the lotion might be causing the issue and are considering stopping its use.