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      community Don't give up on finasteride folks

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community This shedding phase is brutal man…

      in Is this regrowth?  586 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.

      community Hair greed made me switch to Dut too early

      in Chat  42 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss but faced increased shedding and anxiety, regretting not staying with finasteride longer. Other users shared mixed experiences, advising patience with dutasteride, as it may take up to a year to show results.

      community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.

      community 5 month progress Fin 1mg and topical min 5%

      in Progress Pictures  1010 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported impressive hair regrowth after 5 months using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling. They initially experienced shedding but now have minimal hair loss and no sexual side effects.

      community How I thought fin would be vs how it is

      in Chat  315 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride effectively regrew hair and improved quality after increasing the dose from 0.5mg to 1mg, with no side effects. The user is cautious about adding minoxidil, fearing it might disrupt progress.

      community 3 Months of Inconsistent Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical Minoxidil inconsistently for three months, along with starting Dutasteride two weeks ago and alternating with Finasteride. They reported no shedding and are considering switching to only Dutasteride once Finasteride runs out, while also experiencing some minor side effects that resolved quickly.

      community 38M, Topical Min 5% + Infrared Therapy (4 Months In)

      in Progress Pictures  485 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man reports positive results using topical Minoxidil 5% and infrared therapy for hair regrowth over four months, along with Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements. Others suggest adding Finasteride for better maintenance and discuss the role of DHT blockers.

      community I promise it works. Topical minox + finasteride

      in Update  1721 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride can effectively improve hair growth and slow hair loss, though results may vary. Consistency is important for achieving significant improvement.

      community 4 months!! We making progress!!

      in Progress Pictures  504 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil, and Biotin gummies, after switching from Finasteride due to insomnia. They highlighted the importance of brushing the scalp for blood flow and reported significant progress in four months without side effects.

      community Listen to your dermat and not reddit posts

      in Minoxidil  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and vitamins reduced shedding for one user. Others distrust dermatologists and prefer personal research on treatments like finasteride and microneedling.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.

      community Update on the ol' crown (oral min/fin)

      in Progress Pictures  1013 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride daily leads to significant hair regrowth without side effects, especially at the crown. Consistency is crucial, and some users consider additional methods like derma rolling.

      community 3 Years of Xmas comparison (11 Months, Oral Min/Fin)

      in Progress Pictures  1226 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a single pill containing 2.5mg minoxidil and 1mg finasteride over 11 months, with noticeable improvements starting around month 8. They reported minor side effects initially but none ongoing, and they have not undergone a hair transplant.

      community PP405 Hair Loss Drug: Phase 1 Human Results & Biopsy Insights

      in Research/Science  215 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.