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      community Is 0.1%w/v topical fin overkill if taking oral 0.5mg fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses whether using 0.1% topical finasteride alongside 0.5 mg oral finasteride is excessive, with suggestions to choose either oral or topical treatment. The user also uses 5% minoxidil and mentions concerns about alcohol-based solutions due to seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Just a rule of thumb regarding "the cure™"

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Be skeptical of claims about new baldness cures; current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil remain the best options. New products like Breezula and PP405 lack compelling evidence and may not be available soon.

      community Month 5 on topical gave me another shed and plateau.

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced another hair shed and plateau at month 5 using 6% minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, with an itchy scalp indicating potential regrowth. They find the topical spray easy to use and saw results within two months, but caution that stopping use may lead to hair loss.

      community A better treatment would be a localized 5ar inhibitor that breaks down when it enters blood or leaves hair follicle

      in Chat  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the need for a localized 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that only affects the scalp without systemic side effects, similar to pyrilutamide's approach. Current treatments like topical liposomal finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, but concerns about their systemic effects and lack of research are highlighted.

      community Personal experiment: tretinoin and diffuse thinning

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced hair growth with finasteride and minoxidil, but after using tretinoin, faced aggressive thinning and hair loss. They plan to stop tretinoin for two months to see if the problem improves.

      community anything to add to my regime?

      in Advice 6 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen that includes finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, Dermapen, quercetin, N-acetyl L-cysteine, biotin, millet seed extract, MSM, OPC, green tea extract, high-dose vitamins B1-B12, boron, and silica. The user is seeking advice on additional treatments.

      community oral minoxidil collagen contradiction

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about oral minoxidil potentially aging the face by affecting collagen, questioning its systemic effects. The user has successfully used topical minoxidil for years and is hesitant to switch to oral minoxidil.

      community 18 and possibly in the midst of MPB

       7 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community 6 month Transformation Oral Fin only 20m

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.

      community 25 and balding. Fixable and I need your help

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      A user is experiencing severe hair loss and dandruff, trying various treatments including Minoxidil, Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole, Neutrogena T/Gel, coconut oil, baby shampoo, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera gel, and tea tree oil. They believe the issue is not genetic and are seeking advice and solutions.

      community How is this looking on around day 80 and question

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing negative side effects from a hair loss treatment containing finasteride and minoxidil due to high vitamin B6 content and plans to switch to separate pills without unnecessary vitamins. Another user suggests using a version without B6, noting similar symptoms from finasteride.

      community 7 month progress Min/Fin/Microneedle/Ketoconazole

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for 7 months using a combination of pyrilutamide, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling, a topical mix of GHK-Cu and minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. Another user suggests that continuous small improvements could lead to significant hair regrowth over time.

      community the post about vitamin c and pH levels is legit.

      in Update  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using vitamin C in shampoo to adjust pH levels can improve hair health and reduce oiliness and dandruff. The user mixed vitamin C powder with conditioner, achieving positive results.

      community Is there any way to know for sure if hair thinning is just from fungal infection/ inflammation and would be reversed with just Ketoconazole 2%/ triamcinolone acetonide etc?

       2 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user is unsure if their hair thinning is due to fungal infection/inflammation or genetic factors and is hesitant to start Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are currently using Ketoconazole 2% and triamcinolone acetonide and are concerned about potential side effects from other medications.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community This is the condition I so feared?

       11 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses coping with hair loss and the emotional impact of balding, with some users finding peace in shaving their heads. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.

      community 5.5 months on oral min questions. Please help😭

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for over a year and switched from topical to oral minoxidil five months ago, but is unsure if the current shedding and small hairs are signs of improvement or worsening. They are seeking advice on whether to wait longer or switch treatments.

      community Depressed that DUPA rules me out of a transplant

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is upset about hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and DUPA, which prevents a hair transplant. They mention using jojoba oil and discuss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.