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      community 14 months into fin + min and my hair is way worse than before

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.

      community Stemoxydin and hair cycle question

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for hair loss and is considering adding alphatradiol, stemoxydine, or 2% minoxidil to their regimen. They are concerned that stemoxydine, which shortens the resting phase of hair, might accelerate hair loss in those not using Finasteride by depleting hair cycles without strengthening miniaturized hairs.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community I'm becoming non-responder to minoxidil. What's going on?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced reduced effectiveness of minoxidil after consistent use, despite using dutasteride to maintain hair. They are considering alternatives like microneedling and exploring options like hair transplants due to dissatisfaction with current hair density.

      community Fin alternative? (27M) Norwood 3

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing hair loss at Norwood 3 level has tried minoxidil and finasteride but stopped finasteride due to side effects. He is exploring alternatives like Dermapen, Regenepure DR Shampoo, saw palmetto, and considering aromatase inhibitors for managing side effects, while also seeking advice on DHT blockers.

      community Still shedding after 6 months (2nd shed).

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and considering adding topical finasteride. They are also deficient in Vitamin D and B, and are exploring if supplements or dosage adjustments could help.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.
      Smp density or 2nd hair transplant?

      community Smp density or 2nd hair transplant?

      in Hair Transplants  103 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering a second hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation to address thinning in the crown area and hide scars from a previous transplant. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for three years but are concerned about the appearance of their donor area and the effectiveness of scalp micropigmentation.

      community Pyrilutamide - Worth it if can’t use Fin?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      Pyrilutamide is being discussed as an alternative for those who can't use finasteride, but users report it may be ineffective at low concentrations. Some users are combining it with minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments, but results vary.

      community Compounded topicals

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      BionicBell discussed using Bimatoprost, a medication typically for eyelash growth, for hair loss and mentioned a compounding pharmacy that can mix it with other ingredients like minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on using topical finasteride for female pattern baldness and are considering a custom foam combination to maximize hair growth results.

      community Hypertrichosis goals (yes, yes R2M)

      in General  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user aims to achieve a hypertrichosis look and has used topical Minoxidil for 20 years, now trying oral Minoxidil in a low dose. They seek alternatives to Minoxidil to avoid side effects.

      community 3 Months on 0.5mg Fin EOD & Minoxidil, No Progress Yet?

      in General  67 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg finasteride every other day and applying minoxidil twice daily for three months but hasn't noticed any hair growth or increased thickness yet. They are questioning if they should expect progress at this stage.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.

      community Peak bald 2017. To a 2,000 FTE hair transplant without regiment last December. To now, 4 months later using fin, twice daily min 5%, and weekly .25 roll.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts in 2017, and after four and a half months of using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and Boton shampoo, they are seeing hair regrowth including the return of their widow's peak. They are considering switching to RU58841 and a deeper derma rolling treatment.

      community Min/Fin is Working - Some Advices

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 26-year-old shares their experience with hair loss treatment using minoxidil and finasteride, noting improvements in hair thickness and health. Despite positive results, they experience mood swings and decreased libido, leading them to consider stopping the treatment.

      community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??

      in Chat  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.

      community A little optimism post to detract from all the doom posting.

      in Technology  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shares optimism about combating male pattern baldness using oral and topical minoxidil, highlighting the advancements in treatments available today. Another user agrees, noting that early treatment can yield good results, and mentions the availability of affordable hair transplants.