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      community ‏My recovery journey is a total of 12 months. Fin,min

      in Progress Pictures  743 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old user shared their 12-month hair recovery journey using oral Propecia, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and omega-3. They reported seeing results by the second month, with some setbacks but overall progress.

      community Should I tell my boyfriend he is losing hair?

      in Chat  204 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user wonders if she should tell her boyfriend about his hair loss. Responses suggest telling him gently and discussing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.

      in Chat  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.

      community 16, female, losing a ton of hair

      in Female  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

      community Finasteride 5 month, minox 6 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 5-month progress on finasteride and 6-month progress on minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth. They use finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral once weekly, and derma stamping once weekly.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

      in Chat  317 upvotes 2 years ago
      People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

      community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

      in Research/Science  119 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.

      community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

      in Update  430 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

      community One year progress pics, fin only

      in Progress Pictures  421 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hair growth around six or seven months into treatment.

      community 6 months of Mexican Finasteride (1.25mg every other day). It’s working slow but steady.

      in Progress Pictures  280 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 6-month hair loss treatment routine including Mexican finasteride (1.25mg every other day), daily minoxidil, bi-weekly dermarolling, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, noting significant crown growth and some frontal hairline improvement with initial side effects that have since subsided. They are seeking advice to improve results, particularly at the frontal hairline, without resorting to a hair transplant.

      community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

      in Female  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

      community Creatine effects on DHT Experiment

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might increase hair loss due to increased DHT sensitivity, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. The user is using oral minoxidil for hair loss and is cautious about starting creatine.

      community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

      in Transplants  106 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

      community 5 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts

      in Transplants  1667 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, showing significant improvement in appearance after 5 months. They underwent the procedure at Heva Clinic in Istanbul for $2,300 USD, which included aftercare, and attributed their hair loss to both genetics and traction alopecia from tight hairstyles.

      community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

      community This and ketoconazole 2% life changing

      in Ketoconazole  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazole shampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.

      community Help with female pattern baldness

      in Female  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  62 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community 3 months on 1mg oral fin daily, 5% min twice/day, keto 2-3/week, weekly 1.5 mm needle started this month and vitamins (I have deficiency in D ferritin and B12)

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice a day, keto shampoo 2-3 times a week, weekly 1.5 mm needle, and vitamins for deficiencies in vitamin D, ferritin, and B12. The conclusion is that the user has experienced great results with finasteride in stopping shedding and now has minimal shedding when showering and combing hair.