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      community 24M – aggressive shedding, past success with mesotherapy + minoxidil, now worse than before. Unsure if I should try a combo or consider a transplant.

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 24-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair shedding despite past success with mesotherapy and minoxidil, and is considering adding treatments like Expecia, dermapen, or a hair transplant. Many suggest using finasteride to maintain hair, as it is necessary even after a transplant, and side effects are rare and reversible.
      M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      community M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

      in Finasteride  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride but had to stop due to high liver enzyme levels. They plan to pause treatment for a month to see if their liver values return to normal.

      community Federal Grant Cuts have impacted PP405 related research

      in Technology  460 upvotes 11 months ago
      Federal funding cuts have delayed PP405 research, affecting hair loss treatment progress, though clinical trials will continue. The discussion highlights PP405's potential compared to minoxidil and finasteride and stresses the importance of government-funded research.

      community Reverse Tressless...LOL O_O O_O

      in Satire  130 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person with a full head of hair chose to laser it off, sparking disbelief and discussions about hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Many users questioned the decision, suggesting it might be a troll post or an extreme reaction to balding concerns.

      community I might have found hair transplant bug guys

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      Using finasteride before a hair transplant can prevent further hair loss and make the transplant look more natural. Patients should continue using finasteride until hair cloning becomes available.

      community I waited long enough. Shedding since September. Starting RU58841

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride and is now considering trying RU58841 as a last resort. They have checked health factors and suspect stress and poor sleep may contribute to the shedding, but they are determined to try RU58841 to see if it helps with androgenetic alopecia.

      community 10 months treating MPB - I am happy with these results

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his positive results after 10 months of treating male pattern baldness using a regimen that includes Estradiol Enanthate, DHPA, Bicalutamide, Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and a dermaroller. He experienced mild gynecomastia and reduced body hair as side effects but was satisfied with the outcome.

      community Balding young sucks, and here is why.

      in Chat  24 upvotes 4 months ago
      A young person regrets not starting hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride earlier, leading to significant balding by age 19. They discuss the importance of early intervention and the impact of societal perceptions on those experiencing hair loss.

      community Reaching the End

      in Update  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.

      community 2 Months oral Min/Fin/dermarolling

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for two months to address hair loss and is considering continuing the treatment until December before possibly switching to Dutasteride. They are hesitant about getting a hair transplant and are exploring other options like SMP, while receiving encouragement and advice from others to continue the current regimen for a longer period to see more results.

      community 5 Months Fin/Min Transformation

      in Progress Pictures  98 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatment with Finasteride and Minoxidil showed significant improvement in 5 months. No side effects experienced, only minor shedding at the beginning.

      community Comparing the effect of T suppression and DHT suppression

      in Transgender  89 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss in transgender women, particularly in relation to testosterone suppression. The original poster has been using dutasteride and is considering stopping it due to undetectable testosterone levels.

      community Transplant Candidate? (26, Male)

      in Transplants  38 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 26-year-old male considering a hair transplant is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, planning to start feminizing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and spironolactone. Many suggest waiting to see the effects of HRT, which may significantly regrow hair, before deciding on a transplant, and recommend adding microneedling and possibly switching to oral treatments for better results.

      community Fin 6 months and still thin hair at some places, shed?

      in General  93 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months, experiencing hair regrowth at the hairline but thinning at the top and back. They are considering adding minoxidil to their routine to address the thinning and are concerned about potential shedding.

      community Just a friendly reminder for all! PSA

      in Chat  146 upvotes 1 year ago
      Avoid burning or scarring the scalp for hair growth; instead, use treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or consider a hair transplant. Microneedling should be done carefully, and extreme methods can cause harm.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Dutasteride 16 weeks in (losing small hairs only)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.

      community Fin & Min re-bound effects (over 20+ years)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning and used Minoxidil and Finasteride over 20+ years, with periods of stopping and restarting treatment, and eventually had a hair transplant. They are considering restarting Minoxidil and Finasteride and are curious about the effectiveness and potential shedding after resuming the treatment.

      community Losing ground after 1.5 years on DUT. Any suggestions?

      in Treatment 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral dutasteride (DUT) for 1.5 years but is experiencing hair thinning again and is considering increasing the dose or adding topical treatments like RU58841, despite concerns about side effects. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil or waiting to see if the thinning is just a temporary shed.

      community TH07 by Triple Hair entering phase III trial

      in Research/Science 4 months ago
      A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.

      community 2 years of treatment with fin, dut and oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced chronic telogen effluvium and mild male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and later switched to dutasteride, which stopped excessive hair shedding. Other treatments like low-level laser therapy, hair loss shampoos (except ketoconazole), and supplements were ineffective.