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      community Diffuse thinning hair texture changes

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing diffuse thinning since age 18 describes their hair as unhealthy, dry, thin, and hard, with texture changes cycling between good and bad every few weeks. They are not on any medication, only taking vitamins and supplements.

      community Is there any improvement here? A year on meds.

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started using oral finasteride and minoxidil a year ago and is questioning if there's improvement in hair regrowth. Responses indicate noticeable improvement and suggest the user caught hair loss early, likely returning to their peak hair condition.

      community Nothing compensates enough for hair loss at young age.

      in Chat  66 upvotes 7 months ago
      Early hair loss causes emotional distress, and common coping strategies like fitness and fashion are inadequate. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair systems, and scalp micropigmentation were tried but were unsatisfactory.

      community Thinking of getting more aggressive with my w

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 31-year-old man using finasteride for a year is considering adding oral minoxidil or switching to topical minoxidil to address diffuse thinning, while also using a scalp massager and ketoconazole shampoo. Concerns include cardiovascular side effects, pet safety with topical minoxidil, and cost of telehealth services.

      community Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?

       6 upvotes 11 years ago
      A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Why isn’t scalp micropigmentation (SMP) more popular?

      in SMP  43 upvotes 11 months ago
      Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is a debated hair loss solution, with some praising its natural look and low maintenance, while others criticize it for looking unnatural and being a temporary fix. Many prefer traditional hair restoration methods like hair transplants or medications such as finasteride and minoxidil.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.

      community Nearly 4 months of topical minoxidil and finasteride - keep going?

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.

      community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

      in Chat  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Female male-pattern AGA- seeking help

      in Female  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female with male-pattern hair loss (AGA) is seeking help after unsuccessful treatments with spironolactone and supplements, and is considering oral minoxidil and finasteride despite concerns about medication side effects. She has ruled out hormonal birth control and PRP/PRFM, and is looking into further medical advice due to abnormal lab results.

      community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1790 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.

      community Starting Pyrilutamide BID. First dose was yesterday. Diffuse thinning. I will put my full regimen below.

      in Research/Science  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

      community Ru58841 for a female w male pattern baldness

      in General  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hair loss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.

      community Losing ground on dut for 1.5y daily

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.

      community buzzcut did wonders for my trim (21m on fin/min)

      in Update  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced reduced stress and improved hair appearance after getting a buzzcut while using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user feels the haircut and treatments may have improved hair quality and filled in patchy areas.

      community 1.25mg Finasteride (6times a week)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old is using 1.25mg finasteride six times a week and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair loss. They are experiencing reduced libido and erectile issues, possibly due to stress, and are questioning if the finasteride dosage is affecting DHT suppression.
      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 20M and male pattern baldness is ruining my life

      in Chat  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is dealing with male pattern baldness and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Users recommend treatments like minoxidil, dutasteride, and lifestyle changes, stressing early intervention.

      community My 1 week experience on Pyrilutamide only

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with side effects.