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      community I’m just Going to let Nature take its Course

      in Chat  213 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a 23-year-old deciding to stop using finasteride for hair loss due to potential erectile dysfunction risks, sparking a debate about the benefits and side effects of hair loss treatments.

      community 6 months aggressive treatment for hair loss

      in Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hair loss classification.

      community Rob English (self massage guru) now sells his own drug?

      in Update  8 upvotes 1 week ago
      Rob English, known for promoting scalp massages for hair regrowth, now sells his own brand of finasteride and minoxidil. Opinions are mixed, with some calling him a charlatan and others acknowledging his shift towards scientifically-backed treatments.

      community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.

      community On fin 1mg and minoxidil foam for 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and Bosley minoxidil foam once a week, along with a derma roller and Hims shampoo and conditioner. They noted a decrease in sex drive as a side effect of finasteride.

      community Estradiol mesotherapy / idea feedback

      in Female  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using estradiol mesotherapy to replicate hormone replacement therapy results while minimizing systemic exposure. It also covers the use of Spironolactone cream, which reportedly has no systemic side effects, and the potential risks of using bicalutamide and Spironolactone in men.

      community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues

      in Chat  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.

      community Topical fin, Topical min, RU58841, 0.5 Dermarolling 2x a week

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering using topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, and dermarolling twice a week to address hair loss after experiencing side effects with oral finasteride. They previously saw positive results with a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin but discontinued use due to laziness.

      community Success without fin/dut??? Anyone? Please help :(

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, including topical treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, and dutasteride. Users also mention other options like alfatradiol, topical caffeine, and mesotherapy, while expressing concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community 23M, been on 1.25mg generic Finasteride for 8 months now

      in Is this regrowth?  387 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using 1.25 mg generic finasteride daily for 8 months and is seeing significant hair regrowth, particularly in the crown area. He is considering adding minoxidil to his regimen but is unsure if the improvement is due to the medication or just longer hair.

      community ED from 1 month DUT

      in General  88 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced reduced libido and erectile difficulties after taking Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss. He stopped the treatment and plans to consult his doctor, seeking similar experiences from others.

      community How long should I wait to see if 5 mg oral min works for me? Titrated a couple weeks ago from 2.5 mg. Started at 1.25 mg about 300 days ago

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.

      community topical fluridil/eucapil + dut to block all DHT+T from scalp?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced slow gains with topical fin+min, switched to topical dut+min, and considered adding Eucapil. Another user suggested DUT may be less effective topically due to high molar mass and mentioned Fluridil as a weak anti-androgen that could help.

      community Very high testosterone and estradiol on finasterid 1 mg. Am I cooked?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.

      community Are these all the anti androgen products?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation lists hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, breezula, and fluridil, and suggests ketoconazole as another option. Some users warn against using certain treatments like cyproterone acetate, bicalutamide, and spironolactone due to their strong anti-androgen effects and potential impact on masculinity.

      community How aggressive can I push my stack?

      in Treatments  165 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing crown balding and is using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and plans to add dutasteride and oral minoxidil to his treatment. He seeks advice on increasing his treatment stack despite previous side effects like chest pain.

      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  108 upvotes 4 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.