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      community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.

      community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.

      in Chat  58 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.

      community No shedding but temples & frontal receeding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old male started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing reduced hair fall but continued temple and frontal recession. He uses both oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D, and coal tar shampoo, and experiences rare heart palpitations.

      community Progress from September 2 - November 1

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has switched from topical minoxidil to a Hims finasteride/minoxidil combo with vitamins, feeling more confident and seeing progress. They seek opinions on their progress, noting minimal side effects and aiming for significant improvement by months 6-8.

      community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  60 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.

      community second shed on dutasteride, but a woman

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

      community What can be the real reason of Finasteride SE ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride can cause side effects like erectile dysfunction and decreased libido, possibly due to increased estradiol from testosterone aromatization, especially in those with higher body fat. Side effects vary widely and may also be influenced by genetic factors or neurosteroid inhibition.

      community 8 months on oral minoxidil. No sign of regrowth.

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking 2mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride but has seen no hair regrowth after 8 months, leading to concerns about being a non-responder. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dosage or switching to dutasteride, while also using keto shampoo and microneedling, but remain skeptical about the effectiveness of minoxidil.

      community Oral minoxidil — is it actually worth it?

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 5 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like increased heart rate and edema. Finasteride is recommended, with dutasteride as an alternative if needed.

      community 3 months results of oral Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  193 upvotes 7 months ago
      After 3 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, the user experienced thicker hair and filled-in thinning areas, with no major side effects except an initial shedding phase. The treatments were prescribed online, and the user noticed results after 2.5 months.

      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.

      community Brush suggestions for diffuse thinning hair.

      in Styling  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding a suitable hairbrush for diffuse thinning hair without causing separation or flattening. The user is using oral dutasteride, minoxidil foam, Nizoral, microneedling, and Pura D’or shampoo and conditioner.

      community buzzcut did wonders for my trim (21m on fin/min)

      in Update  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced reduced stress and improved hair appearance after getting a buzzcut while using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user feels the haircut and treatments may have improved hair quality and filled in patchy areas.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year 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 Minoxidil alone?

      in General  40 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing painful side effects from finasteride and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and biotin to maintain their hair. They are seeking advice on whether this change would help preserve their current hair.

      community stopping RU58841 while using Oral min+dut

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering stopping RU58841 due to inconvenience and potential side effects, while continuing with oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Another user shared their experience of stopping RU58841 without significant hair shedding while on dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community B12 deficiency hairloss (hair thinning)

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss due to vitamin B12 deficiency is discussed, with some users suggesting supplements and dietary changes, while others recommend medications like finasteride or dutasteride. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the cause of hair loss, with some attributing it to genetics or male pattern baldness.
      Im really cooked right ? please give suggestions 23M

      community Im really cooked right ? please give suggestions 23M

      in General  96 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male using minoxidil once daily is concerned about hair loss and hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects. Suggestions include adding finasteride, exercise, cold showers, spicy food, infrared exposure, sunbathing, and tretinoin.