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      community The curious case of John Cazale’s hair

      in Satire  322 upvotes 1 month ago
      John Cazale's hairline showed strong recession at the temples but maintained solid volume and density, sparking discussion on different hair loss patterns and the importance of overall hair density. Treatments like Minoxidil and Spironolactone were mentioned as potential factors in maintaining hair, though genetics and styling were also considered significant.

      community Recent discovered thinning hair, taking steps to diagnose.

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 43-year-old noticed significant hair thinning and is using topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Alpecin, biotin, zinc, copper, vitamin D, and rosemary oil. They plan to see an endocrinologist and have blood tests scheduled to investigate further.

      community How to tell if it’s miniaturizing vs regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth and miniaturization, with the user transitioning to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and occasionally using topical minoxidil. The user observes baby hairs near the hairline but less on the scalp, indicating possible regrowth and shedding.

      community Nuclear stack not working still

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using topical minoxidil since 2021, oral finasteride since 2023, oral minoxidil for 6 months, and dutasteride for 2 months to combat hair loss but is still experiencing temple thinning. Suggestions include continuing medication, considering a future hair transplant, and taking monthly progress pictures.

      community 6 month transformation from fin to dut+min+ru

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 30-year-old male switched from finasteride to a combination of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, achieving significant hair growth without side effects. He plans to add GHK-Cu peptide to his regimen for further improvement.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.

      community 3 years on finasteride update. 23 (left) vs 26 (right)

      in Progress Pictures  1312 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 3 years on finasteride, showing improved hair thickness and density, and mentioned losing 15kg. The user plans to fix their hairline next month and received mixed feedback on their hairstyle and the effectiveness of finasteride.

      community Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 3 years ago
      The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.

      community Experience with hair transplant or additional mechanisms for hairline

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.

      community blood flow and scalp tension - put up or shut up

      in Chat  31 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of scalp tension theory and scalp massagers for hair regrowth, contrasting it with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, which have more user-reported results. Participants question the belief in scalp tension theory, suggesting it may be a marketing tactic, while others argue for a multifactorial approach to hair loss.

      community Fellas i think it might be happening

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced continuous shedding but is now seeing some regrowth. Others shared similar experiences, noting that shedding can continue but hair often improves over time with dutasteride.

      community How obvious is it that I am using hair fibers to thicken my hairline?

      in Product  175 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user uses Toppik hair fibers to thicken their hairline and has switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, noticing more hair thickening. Most responses indicate the hair fibers are not noticeable, and many suggest the user doesn't need them as their hair looks natural and good for their age.

      community Topical dutasteride is superior to oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hair loss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.

      community Not all generic medications are made equal. Some work great, some weaker, and some are dangerous. What Pharmaceutical makes your current/past generic Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the variability in effectiveness and safety of generic finasteride from different manufacturers, with some generics potentially containing impurities. Users shared their experiences with various brands, questioning if different brands affect hair loss treatment outcomes.

      community Is PP405 actually different, or does it fall into the same pattern as previous treatments?

      in Research/Science 1 month ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hair loss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.

      community Question: Thickness Improvement from Finasteride to Dutasteride Switch?

      in General  51 upvotes 7 months ago
      Switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride and minoxidil can potentially lead to over 40% improvement in hair thickness in some cases, especially in young individuals who have plateaued after initial success. Generally, a 20% improvement is expected after six months.

      community Is this finasteride legitimate

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is concerned about the legitimacy of their finasteride from Simple Online Pharmacy. Another user notes similarities and differences with their own order from Dr. Fox but is unsure about the authenticity.

      community from fin to dut; from oral to topical minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from oral to topical minoxidil, noticing better hair regrowth with the new regimen. They experienced no side effects from dutasteride and found topical minoxidil more effective than oral.

      community Is this subtle improvement or are my eyes playing tricks on me?

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing noticeable hair improvement after 4.5 months of using a treatment regimen including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, Nioxin shampoo, microneedling, topical NANoxidil, and copper peptides. Feedback from others is positive, encouraging the user to continue the treatment for at least a year or more.