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      community [2 months progress] 1mg oral fin + 2.5mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported tiny hair growth in thinning areas and improved thickness after 56 days of using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, and a serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Capixyl, and Procapil. They also take supplements and maintain a healthy lifestyle with no noticeable side effects.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community Logging myself monthly for dut 0.5 mg and min5mg oral

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is documenting their experience with oral dutasteride (dut) 0.5 mg and minoxidil (min) 5 mg for hair loss, planning to add RU58841 after three months. They previously used finasteride with success and are now experiencing increased shedding but also new hair growth.

      community Anti androgen shed all over scalp

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.

      community Pointless to use ketoconazol 1%

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the ineffectiveness of 1% ketoconazole for hair loss, with the user stating that studies support the 2% version and even that has minimal results. The user also mentions using minoxidil, which dries out their scalp, and ketoconazole worsens it.

      community No longer seeing any progress, really worried and panicking.

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.

      community Low testosterone and dht. What should I do?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has low testosterone and DHT levels and is considering taking finasteride for Norwood 2 hair loss with diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on whether low DHT indicates high sensitivity to DHT in the scalp and opinions on their lab values.

      community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 3 months on Fin/Min oral chewable

      in Progress Pictures  621 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.

      community I’m considering stopping finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  157 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community 6 Month Progress on Oral Fin/ Min

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is using oral finasteride and minoxidil chewables, along with microneedling and anti-dandruff shampoo, to manage it. Despite experiencing significant shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth in the coming months.

      community Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg 100 days

      in Is this regrowth?  104 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and some regrowth after 100 days of using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg), with plans to add microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. Despite some initial side effects, they report no current issues and intend to continue the treatment.

      community Surprise! Hair loss at 25

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user noticed worsening hair loss and is considering treatments. They plan to use finasteride, Rogaine, and a ketoconazole shampoo, and seek advice on their effectiveness and usage.

      community 5 months topical spiro + minox + micro

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

      community Topical fin/min/tret hairline worse after 15 months

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day, while another user suggests trying oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, and other FGF-5 inhibitors?

      in Question  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract as a treatment for hair loss by inhibiting FGF-5. The user also mentions the product évolis, which is based on this extract but is only available in the US and Australia.

      community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

      in Research/Science  493 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

      community Is this regrowth 7 months in fin

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing some regrowth but struggles with an oily scalp despite trying ketoconazole and salicylic acid. They are seeking advice on managing the oily scalp and are reassured by others that regrowth is visible.

      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.