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community 31-Year-Old Debating DUT Risks vs. Buzz Cut After Doctor’s Advice
A 31-year-old Indian male has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss without visible improvement. He is considering taking DUT tablets against his doctor's advice due to potential side effects and is contemplating buzzing his hair instead.
community 3 months and one week on Oral Fin and Oral Min Scalp update.. no matter how far gone you guys are it‘s not too late.
community I think I was coping. Telling myself I'm Norwood 5, but it's 6-7. No hope, even with upcoming HRT progress.
The conversation is about dealing with hair loss and exploring treatments like HRT, Minoxidil, and micro-needling. The user is considering wigs and possibly a hair transplant while expressing feelings of self-doubt and seeking support.
community swaping from 1mg fin to dut. how much mg would you guys recommend? taking 1mg fin now for a year but it still feels it's progressing a little bit.
Switching from 1mg finasteride to dutasteride, with users recommending starting at 0.5mg daily. Some users prefer capsules, while others use tablets, citing effectiveness and regulatory approval in Asia.
community How do you guys mentally handle the oral minoxidil shed? Everyone is commenting on my crown and it's killing my confidence.
The conversation discusses dealing with hair shedding from oral minoxidil, with suggestions like using hair fibers, cutting hair shorter, or wearing a hat to manage appearance. It also touches on mental coping strategies and the potential benefits of combining treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.
community After a long time on Min/Fin, I just shaved it off...and honestly, it's not that bad imo
The conversation is about someone who shaved their head after using Minoxidil and finasteride for a long time and feels confident with the new look. Many users compliment the person's appearance, noting that they have a good head shape for being bald, while others discuss the pros and cons of hair loss treatments and embracing baldness.
community Looks scammy but I honestly don’t want to dismiss any and everything that isn’t Min/Fin in 2026 and going forward. What’s the general consensus on this? Seeing if all over my TL.
The conversation is about skepticism towards a product marketed as a "DHT BLOCKER" for hair loss, with users suggesting it is a scam and recommending proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Other suggestions include lifestyle changes like a healthy diet, exercise, and stress reduction.
community How many grafts do you think? Will they be able to HT on to the scalp since it’s not gone fully? Been on min/fin/stamp for a year, little effect for me
The user has been using Minoxidil, finasteride, and a dermaroller for a year with little effect on hair loss. They are considering a hair transplant and are questioning the number of grafts needed and the feasibility of transplanting onto a partially bald scalp.
community Beyond Minoxidil & Finasteride: What if the Answer to Male Pattern Baldness is... on Our Faces? (A Naval Officer's Wild Idea & Why It's Not So Crazy)
Exploring the idea of using facial hair properties for scalp regeneration in male pattern baldness, considering the potential of transferring androgen-resistant characteristics from facial hair to the scalp. Challenges include complexity, scalability, aesthetics, and safety, but the concept encourages innovative thinking beyond current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair transplants.
community 20M, Thinning for 2 Years, Can’t Use Finasteride - What’s Next?
A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning for over two years cannot use finasteride due to side effects. Alternatives suggested include minoxidil, dermarolling, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo for scalp issues.
community Forced to be 10 days without minox. My hair is preparing its final goodbye. Tell me it's not the end.
Stopping minoxidil for 10 days due to eye surgery, with concerns about hair loss. Most responses suggest a short break won't significantly impact hair, and emphasize prioritizing eye health.
community Stopped ignoring my hair loss, and it honestly feels like I’m finally fighting back but it’s not easy
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users sharing experiences and opinions on finasteride, minoxidil, and other methods. Many recommend finasteride for its effectiveness, while others express concerns about side effects and emphasize the importance of acting quickly to address hair loss.
community I think microneedling before topical application of finasteride (or dut) is a path we should investigate (for those of us who don't care about systemic absorption). Here's why...
Microneedling before applying topical finasteride or dutasteride may enhance their effectiveness by increasing local absorption in the scalp, despite concerns about systemic absorption. Users discuss combining this method with oral treatments and minoxidil, noting potential benefits and side effects.
community Is this progress?, on the first 2 pics I had been 2 months on fin .5 min and tretinoin, and 1 month on 1mg fin, second pics is now it's 2 months and 15 days on 1mg fin with minox and tretinoin
The user is discussing their hair regrowth progress after using 1mg finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for over two months. They are comparing photos from different stages of their treatment to assess improvement.
community 42 here. Been at it for 2 1/2 years. Still can’t really let it grow out but it’s a huge improvement
The user has been using dutasteride and minoxidil since March 2023, showing significant hair regrowth but still prefers a buzz cut due to uneven growth. Some users discuss side effects like reduced libido, while others suggest additional treatments like microneedling or hair transplants.
community Tazarotene shows strong standalone hair regrowth potential, not just a Minoxidil enhancer. Backed by VEGF, HF regeneration, and angiogenesis pathways. Here’s why.
Tazarotene shows potential as a standalone treatment for hair regrowth by stimulating new hair follicle formation and promoting angiogenesis, similar to microneedling effects. It can be used topically without minoxidil, but users should start with a low concentration to avoid irritation.
community Oral min/fin/dut, i saw a little progress in the initial 3 months, but after that nothing, it’s been 15 months now
The user has been using 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily and initially 0.5 mg finasteride daily, later switching to 0.25 mg dutasteride daily, but has not seen significant progress in hair regrowth after 15 months. The user is concerned about crown balding and thinning despite treatment.
community Hair re-growth update!! Still going well! As promised, here’s another update!!!
The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth using a regimen of 1mg oral finasteride, 1.25mg oral minoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, biotin, vitamin D3, fish oil, and weekly microneedling with a 1mm needle roller. They are pleased with the progress and hope their protocol can help others achieve similar results.
community Hi guys, after 7 month on finasteride I am still shedding a lot of hair and feel it’s getting a lot worse from before I started taking. Is this normal? 22M
A 22-year-old male is experiencing increased hair shedding after 7 months on finasteride, which is considered normal as it may indicate the treatment is working. Other users shared similar experiences, with some adding topical minoxidil or oral minoxidil to their regimen.
community 22M - Doctor Said Hair Loss From Stress, Minoxidil Helped But Now It’s Back Worse. What Now?
A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss, initially attributed to stress, found temporary relief with minoxidil but faced increased shedding after stopping and restarting the treatment. The advice given suggests the hair loss may be due to androgenic alopecia rather than stress, recommending consistent use of minoxidil and considering finasteride, with a suggestion to seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.
community 23-M Using minox and fin everyday also consulted dermat he just said androgenetic alopecia and gives 2 serum for dandruff which is quite visible in scalp more like it's settled on scalp and when I scratch I found this
A 23-year-old male uses minoxidil and finasteride daily for androgenetic alopecia and is concerned about dandruff, which a dermatologist addressed with two serums. He uses ketoconazole shampoo twice a week to manage scalp issues.
community Male Age 28. On minoxidil 5%+ tretinoin+ azelaic acid topical solution. That's my current situation. Am i cooked?
A 28-year-old male is using Minoxidil 5% with tretinoin and azelaic acid for hair loss and is considering finasteride but is concerned about side effects. He seeks advice on recovering his temple area.
community Koshine KX-826 my experience after 2 months, YES, IT'S WORKING!
The user experienced hair regrowth using Koshine KX-826 after two months, noticing new baby hairs and reduced shedding, while continuing to use Hims spray. They reported no side effects from Koshine and plan to keep monitoring progress.
community (37 M) Fin for 5 o years, Dut for 9 months. I’d like to talk to Dut’s manager
A 37-year-old male has been using finasteride for 5 years and dutasteride for 9 months to address hair loss, noticing improvements but also some recent thinning. He experienced no significant side effects from either treatment, except a slight decrease in semen volume with dutasteride, and is considering trying oral minoxidil again despite previous side effects.
community 1 yr update of 2300 FUE hair transplant in Seoul, Korea. Dr.Ko's work.
A user shared their successful 1-year update after a 2300 FUE hair transplant in Seoul, Korea, praising Dr. Ko's work for achieving a natural-looking hairline. The conversation includes admiration for the results and inquiries about the procedure's cost and requirements.
community Switching over to oral Dut and adding RU and Keto enriched Min and after 4 months of use the DHT itch is still there. It’s killing me. What else to do?
The user switched to oral Dutasteride, added RU58841, and used Ketoconazole-enriched Minoxidil but still experiences scalp itch and hair loss after 4 months. They are advised to give Dutasteride more time, consider seeing a dermatologist, and explore other topical solutions.
community 5 months (.015% fin topical, 5% min, Microneedle .75mm) - How's the Progress?
User is using a homemade topical treatment with .015% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling at .75mm depth. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo, various oils, and are considering increasing finasteride concentration due to mixed results.
community Recently went bald and will stop taking finasteride. Will stop taking it impact density in my beard and eyebrows? Also here’s after and before picture
The user recently went bald and plans to stop taking finasteride, questioning its impact on beard and eyebrow density. Responses suggest he looks good both bald and with thinning hair, with some recommending minoxidil for the crown and noting finasteride's effect on beard thickness.
community 4 years; fin 1mg/day @ 4 years; minox twice daily @ 3 years; estradiol 5mg/day @ 3 months; spiro 100 mg /day @ 3 months (Wet hair because it's easy to hide issues with dry hair)
The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.