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      community having hair loss as a teen SUCKS. A LOT.

      in Female  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.

      community Assorted Thoughts on Psychology of Hairloss

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 years to treat hair loss and is experiencing obsessive thoughts about balding. They discuss the psychological impact of hair loss and the different ways people on hair loss forums cope, either by shaving their heads or seeking treatments.

      community New stack I started this year has ruined my hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride worsened hair condition, leading to frustration and heart issues, prompting a return to topical treatments and the addition of tretinoin. Patience and consistency are advised, as these treatments can take years to show results, and abrupt changes may cause shedding.

      community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      community balding in University is the worst

      in Chat  170 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about dealing with hair loss during university, with the original poster using dutasteride and minoxidil as treatments. Participants share their experiences and coping strategies, such as wearing hats, considering going completely bald, or getting a hair transplant after graduation.

      community This shedding fase is absolutely brutal

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding despite using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. They are considering changing treatments after stopping dermarolling and switching finasteride brands worsened the shedding.

      community the "its so over / we're so back" pendulum

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with hair loss experience emotional struggles and body dysmorphia. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are used, but results vary and can take time.

      community Slowly losing hope, not sure what to think

      in Advice  17 upvotes 7 years ago
      User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.

      community The new growth in hair loss research: With increasing evidence of its impact on mental health, scientists are pushing forward with breakthroughs on balding. Later this year, scientists will launch one of the first ever clinical trials with hair follicles grown entirely from stem cells.

       319 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss impacts mental health, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell transplants discussed. There is hope for future breakthroughs, but current treatments are limited, and awareness is lacking.

      community CB-03-01 / Breezula Personal Results

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their experience with CB-03-01 (Breezula/Clascoterone) for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and improved hair appearance but experiencing significant sleep disturbances and low energy due to HPA axis suppression. They decided to stop using it due to these side effects and are waiting for GT20029 as an alternative.

      community Adrogens and Covid-19

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The possible increased risk of severe Covid-19 cases in men due to higher androgen levels, and how taking medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, enzalutamide, or canabidiol might help mitigate the severity of the disease.

      community 20M Diffuse Thinning for 2 Years, No Improvement with Treatments

      in General  130 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is experiencing worsening diffuse thinning despite using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral finasteride, stemoxydine, and pyrilutimide. He is seeking support and advice as he struggles with the mental and physical challenges of hair loss treatments.

      community My hormones are going crazy - result

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      User reports worsening hair loss despite using Avodart 0.5mg daily and 2ml of Minoxidil daily for over three years. They maintain a healthy lifestyle and are athletic.

      community 3 Months Finasteride Log: Below Baseline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hair loss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and side effects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.

      community My hair progress from 2022 to 2025 (current)

      in Progress Pictures  1106 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male shared his hair regrowth progress from 2022 to 2025, using finasteride 1mg daily, managing stress, and avoiding minoxidil due to an allergy. He experienced noticeable hair improvement, despite some skepticism about a comb-over, and emphasized the importance of stress management alongside treatment.

      community Very high testosterone and estradiol on finasterid 1 mg. Am I cooked?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.

      community I can't take care of myself because of hair loss.

      in Chat  163 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user feeling hopeless due to hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and OM for over a year. Responses suggest therapy, self-improvement, and changing perspectives on appearance.