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      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo - Snake Oil?

      in Advice  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user has been using Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo, which claims to have DHT blockers and promote hair growth. They've noticed potentially faster hair growth and some new hairs but are unsure if the product is effective or not.

      community Scams by hair transplant, prp, GFC clinics i faced 24/m. Is there a dna test that shows which meds are more suitable to individual saw a post link below

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and a topical lotion for dandruff, expressing dissatisfaction with past treatments like PRP and hair transplants. They seek advice on a DNA test to determine suitable medications and express frustration with dermatologists' advice.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community 43, Experiencing Shedding 6 Months After Switching to Dutasteride

      in Basic Questions  139 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 43-year-old experienced hair loss and used Finasteride successfully for 18 years before switching to Dutasteride due to renewed thinning. After 6 months on Dutasteride, they experienced itching and increased hair loss, leading to concerns about prolonged shedding and considering switching back to Finasteride.

      community Anyone had success with topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 week ago
      Topical finasteride can be effective for some, especially if oral finasteride causes side effects, but results may vary and can be slower. Combining topical finasteride with minoxidil is common, though some users switch to oral treatments for better results.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 1 month ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Balding without a family history

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.

      community How to cope with starting fin/dut too late

      in Chat  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.

      community Started fin + advice needed (19m)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old using finasteride for hair loss seeks advice on additional treatments. Suggestions include microneedling, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, with concerns about side effects discussed.

      community The Fear of Oral Minoxidil is Overblown

      in Research/Science  272 upvotes 10 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe and effective hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than previously feared. Users often prefer it over topical minoxidil for better results, though some experience side effects like increased body hair and cardiovascular issues.

      community Please! Need help for ru58841…

      in General  95 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after using RU58841 for a week and is seeking advice on recovery. They previously had side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community 4 months update with minoxidil!

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 5% topical minoxidil and 2 months of oral dutasteride for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding but also new hair growth. They reported side effects like increased body hair and temporary low libido, and are considering adding topical finasteride to their regimen.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community What do you guys use before applying keto?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Keto 2% can dry out hair, especially wavy or curly types. Users suggest using oils like olive, coconut, or argan, and following up with a good conditioner or hair mask to maintain hair health.

      community Hair journey since august, help!

      in Is this regrowth?  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community Is anyone else allergic to Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced a painful rash from both liquid and foam minoxidil, suggesting an allergy to minoxidil itself. They are seeking others with similar experiences.