Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    750-780 / 1000+ results

      community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

      in Research/Science  643 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

      community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

      in Progress Pictures  1031 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.

      community How I thought fin would be vs how it is

      in Chat  315 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride effectively regrew hair and improved quality after increasing the dose from 0.5mg to 1mg, with no side effects. The user is cautious about adding minoxidil, fearing it might disrupt progress.

      community Don't stop taking minoxidil no matter what

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The main advice is to start with finasteride and never stop minoxidil once started, as stopping can lead to significant hair loss.

      community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

      in Chat  122 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

      community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.

      community Has rosemary water worked for anyone?

      in Female  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary water's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users suggesting medications like minoxidil combined with tretinoin for better results. Others argue rosemary oil may work with continuous use, but evidence is questioned.

      community Six months of only Dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 3 years ago
      User tried dermarolling for hair loss and shared progress pictures. Some suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil, while others debate effectiveness and frequency of dermarolling.

      community 8 months apart on the mother of all stacks

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 3 years ago
      User Tricky9555 tried various hair loss treatments for 8 months with no visible results. Others suggested considering a hair transplant, checking thyroid levels, and being patient for up to 24 months for potential results.

      community Dutasteride 3 and a half month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  51 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and how they are affecting their density. Replies to the post suggest different hairstyles and hair transplant options, and provide encouragement for the original poster's situation.

      community Why we need to be more open as men

      in Chat 3 years ago
      The emotional difficulty of hair loss for men and how society can be more understanding; various methods to address hair loss, such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; and why it is important to normalize caring about one's looks.

      community I will have it cured by morning

      in Research/Science  372 upvotes 3 years ago
      Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.

      community Are there alternatives to finasteride?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about seeking alternatives to finasteride for hair loss treatment due to concerns about sexual side effects, with pyrilutamide mentioned as a potential alternative.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1211 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community Am I missing something with pp405?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential hair growth stimulant, possibly more effective than minoxidil, but not a cure for hair loss. There is skepticism about its ability to regrow "deadzones," and concerns about its impact on those with hair transplants.

      community hairloss in my 20s has ruined my life.

      in Research/Science  373 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person in their 20s is struggling with hair loss, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include self-improvement, therapy, hair transplants, and focusing on acceptance and confidence.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community 2 years of fin, 1.5 years of minoxidil, calling it quits. Thank you.

      in Shaved/buzzed  567 upvotes 3 years ago
      This user has been struggling with hair loss for the past two years and attempted to treat it using finasteride and minoxidil. Despite their efforts, they have not seen any improvement in their condition, so they have decided to shave or buzz their head instead. Others gave advice on other treatments that could be tried if desired.

      community Moving From Minoxidil To Rosemary Oil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Switching from minoxidil to rosemary oil led to rapid hair shedding, but there are signs of new hair growth with the use of rosemary oil and a derma-roller. Users suggest that rosemary oil is less effective than minoxidil, and recommend trying a cheaper 2% minoxidil option.