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      community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

      in Research/Science  643 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

      community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

      community 3 months update on 3mg Dutasteride

      in Chat  98 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user saw no significant changes in hair loss after three months on 3mg Dutasteride, having previously used Finasteride and 0.5mg Dutasteride. They plan to continue the high dose for a year despite concerns about side effects and diminishing returns.

      community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.

      in Chat  296 upvotes 7 months ago
      Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.

      community What’s better dutasteride or finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride is seen as more effective than finasteride for hair loss but may have more side effects and a longer half-life. Some start with finasteride for fewer side effects, while others switch to dutasteride for better results.

      community Is this progress? M24 almost 3 years since starting

      in Is this regrowth?  177 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth after three years of using Minoxidil inconsistently and Hims topical Minoxidil/Finasteride for a year. They are considering switching to oral Finasteride and increasing topical Minoxidil use, with suggestions from others to try Dutasteride and microneedling for further improvement.

      community Will Breezula simply be an overhyped flop?

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      Breezula is seen as potentially overhyped, with concerns about its cost, effectiveness, and long-term benefits compared to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users believe it could complement existing treatments, while others are skeptical about its impact and prefer waiting for newer options like GT20029 and PP405.

      community 7 month on Finesteride 1mg. Regrowth or not?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for seven months to address hair loss but hasn't seen noticeable regrowth and is experiencing brittle, thinning hair with scalp issues. They are also using Salisia and Re’equil Salicylic Acid shampoo for potential psoriasis and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

      community [M26]1 Month Progress. Oral ED, 1.1 Fin 3 min + Biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 26-year-old man has seen hair regrowth after one month of using oral finasteride (1.1mg), minoxidil (3mg), and biotin daily, along with weekly ketoconazole shampoo and plans to add derma stamping. He reports minimal side effects and attributes an increase in libido to starting exercise, not the hair loss treatments.

      community 5 months Dutasteride Mesotherapy

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss. Commenters noted no visible change or worsening hair condition.

      community 6+ months on topical Fin/Min/RU

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has seen positive results after over six months using 0.05% topical finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 50mg/ml RU58841, weekly needling, and twice-weekly ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They express gratitude for the support from an online community and are open to questions about their treatment.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1695 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community Oral Min is much better than topical

      in Minoxidil  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is seen as more effective and convenient than topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, but it may cause heart-related risks. Users often combine it with finasteride or dutasteride, though some prefer topical treatments due to safety concerns.

      community No gains after 4 years of min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

      community Update: 16 months deep - big 3

      in Progress Pictures  407 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.

      community Question for RU users and regular usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding while using finasteride and RU58841, possibly due to changes in application methods. They are considering adding minoxidil and stemoxydine to their regimen to improve results and manage hair greasiness.

      community 33 M, no improvement on topical min+fin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man has seen no improvement in hair loss after using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride for 5-6 months, despite also derma rolling and using keto shampoo. He experienced severe side effects from oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on alternative treatments.

      community 4.5 months progress at age 26.

      in Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old has seen hair regrowth in 4.5 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and recently RU58841 on the temples. Suggestions include adding weekly microneedling to improve results.

      community Late responders on finasteride alone

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who has not seen hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride alone, asking if others have experienced delayed results. Some responses indicate that results can sometimes be seen after 12 months, with full effects up to 24 months.

      community August 2023 to December 2023 (4.5 months oral dut/oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  189 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 32-year-old has seen positive hair growth after 4.5 months using 0.5mg daily of oral dutasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, despite previously losing hair due to stopping medications and wearing a hair system. They plan to continue treatment and are considering adding dermarolling to their regimen, with a hair transplant scheduled for the following year.

      community Give me courage, friends! / Is finasteride response correlated with aggressiveness of hair loss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride for seven months and minoxidil for three years, with added tretinoin gel for ten months, and is experiencing continuous shedding without signs of regrowth. They are questioning if the amount of shedding is normal at this stage of treatment and if there's a correlation between finasteride response and the rate of hair loss.

      community Had my 6 month checkup today and saw better results than I thought. More full up top and my facial hair has also gotten fuller as well

      in Progress Pictures  285 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has seen results of hair regrowth after 6 months of using finasteride 1.25mg daily, and topical foam minoxidil twice a day for 3 months before switching to once a day; other users have advised against increasing the dose of finasteride due to lack of additional scalp DHT reduction and increased risk of side effects.