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      community Hair loss help- on minoxidil and finasteride

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, experiencing prolonged shedding despite 6 months of treatment. Others share similar experiences, suggesting persistence with the treatment may eventually lead to improvement.

      community Is this "Hair growth complex" pill from sons anything?

      in Product  27 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a "Hair growth complex" pill, with skepticism about its ingredients like saw palmetto and anagain. Users suggest saw palmetto may help slightly with DHT-related hair loss, but it's less effective than finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Half year update on crown balding reversal

      in Is this regrowth?  36 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who started using finasteride to address crown balding, noticing reduced hair shedding and halted progression of male pattern baldness. The user also used a dermal stamp and expressed optimism about potential regrowth, despite a slight decrease in libido.

      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 Oral minoxidil timeframe (any late responders)

      in Minoxidil  34 upvotes 6 months ago
      Oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are being used to treat hair loss, but results are limited, leading to consideration of a hair transplant. The user plans to continue medication for another year before deciding on further action.

      community Been on Dut for 2 1/2 years. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shares a positive experience with Dutasteride for hair loss, noting increased hair density and minimal side effects after switching from Finasteride. They prefer oral Dutasteride and avoid Minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential risks.

      community Is it normal for scalp texture and appearance to change where hair is lost?

      in Transplants  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses changes in scalp texture and appearance in areas of hair loss, with concerns about the suitability of these areas for hair transplants. Users mention issues like fibrosis, inflammation, and thinner skin, advising caution and consultation with clinics before proceeding with transplants.

      community Finally seeing some progress 24M

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss and side effects from oral finasteride and minoxidil, but saw progress with a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, alongside dermastamping and vitamin supplements. He uses 2% Nizoral and keratin shampoo for hair care.
      29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      community 29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      in General  68 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user noticed increased hair loss over the past three years and is seeking advice. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist or trichologist and consider blood tests, particularly for vitamin D levels, to address potential androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community Results after 11 months of 2.5 Mg Oral Minoxidil and 0.5 Mg Dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared progress after 11 months of using 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil and 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss, expressing satisfaction but considering a future hair transplant. Other users suggested additional treatments like Latanoprost and debated the effectiveness of hair systems versus medication, with some recommending a buzz cut or hair transplant for better results.

      community Any chemists want to manufacture PP405 / JXL069? (Steps inside)

      in Research/Science  89 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the synthesis and potential use of JXL069 and PP405 for hair loss treatment, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about safety. Users mention that JXL069 has shown no results in hair growth, and there is confusion about its identity and effectiveness compared to PP405.

      community Has anybody ever found out, what these hardened, tight spots on the scalp (where most balding takes place) are and how they appear and how to make the disappear?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest scalp massages, warm showers, and other methods to address scalp tension and tight spots, with some mentioning the potential effects of medications like escitalopram and probiotics.

      community 90 Days Results 1.25 mg Fin ED / Topical Min Once A day

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth in 90 days using 1.25 mg finasteride daily and topical 5% minoxidil once a day, with noticeable thickening of eyebrows and eyelashes. Despite the progress, the user plans a hair transplant due to traction alopecia affecting the hairline.

      community Do mens shampoo for hair loss help with balding?

      in Research/Science  44 upvotes 7 months ago
      Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hair loss or balding. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.

      community Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal

      in Update  55 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.

      community Track hairline of Pelage executives

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 7 months ago
      Pelage executives' hairlines were discussed, with speculation about them using PP405 for hair regrowth. Concerns were raised about using untested drugs, with some suggesting executives might not risk using them without safety data.

      community Is this regrowth * finasteride only *

      in Is this regrowth?  118 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1.25mg three times a week for hair regrowth and reports no significant side effects except watery semen initially. They also use a local caffeine shampoo and are considering haircuts to improve appearance.

      community Been on fin/min topical spray for 6 months and my hair is the worst it’s been

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hair shedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.

      community I messed up. Regrew my hair and then lost it all.

      in Update  495 upvotes 8 months ago
      Stopping hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can result in losing regrown hair, highlighting the importance of consistent use. Restarting these treatments may cause temporary shedding, but hair can regrow with continued use.

      community Massive shed coming back on minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 9 months ago
      Stopping and restarting minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding. The user is also using finasteride and microneedling to manage hair loss.

      community 29M alopecia or normal hair fall but something worked. Just wanted to share.

      in Update  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 29-year-old male experienced hair loss and found improvement using a combination of onion hair oil, castor oil, ketoconazole shampoo, and aloe vera gel with vitamin E, while discontinuing minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. He emphasizes the importance of scalp massage and oiling for hair growth and reduced hair fall.