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      community What I've learned from being on treatment after 18 months

      in Chat  33 upvotes 4 months ago
      Patience and consistent use of treatments like Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil are key for hair regrowth, with noticeable improvements often taking around 10 months. Maintaining scalp health with products like ketoconazole shampoo and conditioners is also important for effective treatment.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community Males 42 years old / 5 months / dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 42-year-old male shared his 5-month progress using oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair regrowth. He reported significant improvement and discussed the potential for further progress and maintenance, while addressing concerns about the safety of his minoxidil dosage.

      community Min/Dut/Fin Update (Plateaued)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.

      community My finasteride progress in a 6 month

      in Progress Pictures  1263 upvotes 5 months ago
      Successful hair regrowth after six months using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with minimal side effects like anxiety. Finasteride was the main treatment, and minoxidil supported regrowth.

      community Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil.

      in Chat  768 upvotes 5 months ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused prolonged hair shedding without regrowth, leading to the use of both topical and oral minoxidil with oral finasteride. Responses to these treatments vary, emphasizing the need for personalized approaches.

      community Anyone having little results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are not yielding noticeable results for some users, with some considering alternatives like microneedling or hair transplants. Others report slowed hair loss but no regrowth, and some experience side effects or minimal improvement, leading to frustration and consideration of different treatments.

      community Rosemary oil works. I definitely does

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      Rosemary oil is claimed to slow hair loss and improve hair thickness, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users preferring proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Lifestyle factors and consistent use are suggested to enhance results, though skepticism about natural remedies remains.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 5 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community How accurate is this picture ??

      in Chat  3073 upvotes 5 months ago
      People discussed using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, with mixed results and side effects. Some had positive outcomes, while others experienced issues like libido changes and chose alternatives like hair systems.

      community When the finasteride works but minoxidil doesn't

      in Satire  2199 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride maintains existing hair, but Minoxidil is less effective on hairlines. Walton Goggins is admired for his receding hairline, possibly using Finasteride and Minoxidil without a hair transplant.

      community Is pp405 actually the cure ? Just how exciting is it ?

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a promising hair growth stimulant but not a cure for advanced hair loss, as it may only help dormant follicles. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride are discussed, with emphasis on early intervention for effectiveness.

      community Those who have taken dutasteride what was your experience?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  32 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride is often preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to its stronger DHT blocking, leading to better hair regrowth for some users. However, it can cause side effects like brain fog, libido changes, and mood issues, prompting some to switch back to finasteride or adjust their dosage.

      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community Almost 7 months on topical fin/min- not seeing much benefit

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.

      community Breezula 6 Month Topline Phase III Results Released

      in Research/Science  173 upvotes 6 months ago
      Breezula shows promising hair growth results, with up to 539% increase in hair count compared to placebo, and regulatory submissions are planned in the US and EU. Users are cautiously optimistic, noting the potential for Breezula to replace finasteride by targeting DHT without systemic effects.

      community 1 year progress 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg fin daily

      in Is this regrowth?  462 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg finasteride daily but had to stop finasteride due to side effects like depression, anxiety, and gynecomastia. They are considering alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride and are currently using only topical minoxidil.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

      in Chat  223 upvotes 6 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.