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      community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

      community Fin, Testorone and Gyno Theory

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses managing gynecomastia symptoms potentially caused by finasteride use, with treatments including reducing finasteride dosage, using DIM, ashwagandha, tamoxifen, epistane, and arimistane. Users share experiences and advice on balancing testosterone and estrogen levels to address symptoms.

      community Has anyone else seen this encouraging verteporfin case study?

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hair loss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hair loss community regarding new treatments.

      community 22 years since the last major development

      in Technology  51 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.

      community Absolute nightmare from a week of finasteride.

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including erectile dysfunction and testicular pain, after taking finasteride for hair loss. They recommend sticking to minoxidil and biotin and avoiding finasteride due to potential risks.

      community Progress or lack of (on Fin since 3 years)

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      BigLu2012 tried various hair loss treatments for 3 years, including Fin, Min, and RU, but experienced side effects and worsening hair condition. Ready-Character1581 suggested focusing on mental health and not stressing about hair, as it looks better than most.

      community Why would anyone use Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with a focus on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, laser treatment helmets, and Redensyl. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, with some users advocating for its use despite potential risks, while others express concerns about its impact on sexual function.

      community Finasteride for top elite athletes?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride does not negatively impact athletic performance and may slightly increase testosterone levels. It is banned in some sports like the NBA due to its potential to mask steroid use.

      community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.

      in Chat  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

      community Not sure if haircut is deceiving me.

      in Is this regrowth?  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is unsure if their hair appears fuller due to a haircut or actual regrowth, but believes there is increased density and small new hairs. They are using 1 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and Nizoral frequently for hair loss treatment.

      community ashwagandha while taking finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering taking ashwagandha while on finasteride to manage side effects, noting it reduces stress but may cause hair thinning. They are unsure if the thinning is due to ashwagandha or normal shedding from finasteride.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  195 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community Reminder that dermastamps exist and are cheap

      in Microneedling  90 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling, comparing dermarollers and dermastamps as treatments for hair loss, and the effectiveness of each. Dermastamps are considered cheaper than dermapens, but users have varying opinions on which method is more effective with less pain.

      community Taking ashwagandha with finasteride

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ashwagandha is used to reduce stress and improve sleep, while finasteride is taken for hair loss. Users report positive effects from ashwagandha and mixed results from finasteride, with some experiencing a slight dip in libido.

      community Counterfeit minoxidil checklist

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Counterfeit minoxidil can be identified by inconsistencies in bottle fill levels, label details, and smell compared to genuine products. Genuine minoxidil has a specific alcohol-based smell and consistency, while counterfeit versions may smell musky and feel greasy.

      community Have been dealing with hair loss and the emotional turmoil that comes with it for about a decade now. Figured with this pandemic and having to stay indoors it would be a great time to buzz it all of and embrace it. Glad I took the plunge after many years of wanting to but never having the guts!

      in Shaved/buzzed  1008 upvotes 6 years ago
      Embracing the decision to buzz one's hair due to dealing with hair loss, and discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and rogaine. People have shared supportive comments and advice on how to style a bald head.

      community Question for RU users and regular usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding while using finasteride and RU58841, possibly due to changes in application methods. They are considering adding minoxidil and stemoxydine to their regimen to improve results and manage hair greasiness.

      community The homeless crackhead protocol

      in Satire  4490 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

      community Suffer so bad I want it to end

      in Chat  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old is distressed about hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.

      community Suffering from intense sides from dutasteride

       18 upvotes 8 years ago
      A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.

      community I shaved it all off

      in Shaved/buzzed  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user decided to shave their head instead of pursuing a hair transplant or using drugs like minoxidil and finasteride. They are motivated to accept themselves as they are and feel more confident after taking this action.

      community Having to quit due to gyno symptoms

      in General  68 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after taking finasteride for three weeks and plans to stop due to gynecomastia symptoms. Stopping finasteride may lead to some hair regrowth, but benefits from the treatment might be lost; topical alternatives are suggested.