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      community Any balding females? I need advice with coping :(

       18 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hair loss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.

      community Regression report from 2017 to 2025

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user stopped finasteride for family planning but plans to restart it and is considering dutasteride. Users discuss the safety of finasteride during family planning, with some sharing experiences of having healthy children while on the medication.

      community Stopped Hair Fall in a Week with One Product

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      A user stopped hair loss by eating organic pumpkin seeds daily, despite previously using minoxidil and finasteride. They suggest others try pumpkin seeds, noting potential benefits for hair growth, especially for women.

      community Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min

      in Chat  124 upvotes 5 months ago
      Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.

      community My Hair Journey – Medical Treatments to Hair Transplant (Pakistan-Based)

      in Progress Pictures  133 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old male shared his hair restoration journey, starting with minoxidil and finasteride, which improved his hairline and crown, followed by a hair transplant in November 2024. He stopped finasteride to conceive, experienced some shedding, and is now considering switching to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil.

      community Cbum's hair transplant looks absolutely terrible

      in Transplants  976 upvotes 1 year ago
      A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.

      community Topical fin and min and swallowing semen

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.

      community how about progesterone cream?

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Progesterone cream might help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT production and suppressing prolactin, which can increase DHT. Some dermatologists have used progesterone for hair loss treatment, and it has been effective, sometimes combined with minoxidil, finasteride, and hydrocortisone.

      community What is up with the DUT hate on tressless?

      in Chat  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Some users have had positive results with DUT, while others have experienced negative effects. Different opinions and experiences are shared, including the mention of Ashton Kutcher using DUT for 20 years without problems.

      community Goodbye y'all, it's been a journey but have accepted where I'm at

      in Update  219 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hair loss treatments.

      community Oral Castor Oil and your experience

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning after using oral castor oil for hair loss. Other users suggested seeing a dermatologist and noted that castor oil is typically used for constipation.

      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

      in Research/Science  132 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

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

      in Research/Science  62 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 Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

      community Bicalutamide vs Finasteride for female AGA plus TE

      in Female  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP is considering Bicalutamide for female AGA and TE but is concerned about its side effects and effectiveness compared to Finasteride. OP is also using Minoxidil and Spironolactone but is experiencing significant shedding and is unsure if it's androgen-driven or due to Minoxidil changes.

      community Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.

      community Having AGA as a girl makes me depressed

      in Female  66 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia feels depressed about her hair loss, despite using topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and saw palmetto. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, higher doses of finasteride or dutasteride, and checking for vitamin deficiencies and heavy metal exposure.