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      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      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 Atherosclerosis as cause of balding and treatment

      in Treatment  61 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

      community 6 month update - 3200 FUE grafts, oral fin/min, keto shampoo, biotin

      in Progress Pictures  300 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, which included 3200 FUE grafts, oral finasteride and minoxidil, keto shampoo, and biotin. The user also mentioned micro needling their temples for further growth and plans to observe the effects of finasteride and minoxidil over the next 6-12 months.

      community Pyrilutamide almost for 9 months

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using pyrilutamide, topical finasteride, and 15% minoxidil for hair growth for almost 4 years. Despite mixed responses from others, the user reports seeing progress, especially with the addition of pyrilutamide, and plans to continue the regimen.

      community 60 days progress using min/fin spray

      in Progress Pictures  262 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's 60-day progress using minoxidil and finasteride spray, combined with derma stamping, shampooing twice weekly, vitamins, intense conditioning training, and a carnivore/ketovore diet. The most recent post includes pictures of the progress following a haircut and shower, with hair air dried.

      community My 6 month hair transplant update from Turkey

      in Transplants  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user shared a positive 6-month update on their hair transplant from Turkey, where they received 6100 grafts for their hairline and mid-scalp. They are using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, oils, and shampoos to maintain and promote hair growth, and plan to address their crown in a future session.

      community Pyrilutamide update number 2 - 2 week use

      in Update  174 upvotes 3 years ago
      An update on the use of Pyrilutamide, a new drug for hair loss, which has resulted in no shedding or testicle ache; other users have questioned the science behind this and shared their own experiences with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and microneedling.

      community Just got my first I-PRF Injection...

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including I-PRF injections, mesotherapy, and a topical solution containing Minoxidil and Finasteride. After experiencing side effects, they decided to stop the medicinal treatments and focus on natural alternatives like I-PRF, microneedling, and essential oils.

      community Topical T3 study - 1000% Growth. Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.

      community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects

      in Minoxidil  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.

      community Aminexil. Where to get it?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment and explores the potential use of Aminexil, despite concerns about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. It highlights the risks and side effects of oral minoxidil, such as potential heart and liver damage, and emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure.

      community Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 1 month ago
      DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

      community 2024 vs 2026. Ask me any questions you have.

      in Is this regrowth?  688 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride for 2 years, then switched to topical minoxidil with rosemary oil and biotin oil. They reported no side effects and found topical minoxidil more effective than oral minoxidil.

      community How is this even possible that there is no cure till now

      in Technology  155 upvotes 2 months ago
      There is no permanent cure for hair loss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.

      community My 38M experience shaving my head

      in Shaved/buzzed 2 months ago
      A 38-year-old man shared his experience of shaving his head, noting he looked better with a shaved head than with very short hair, and expressed concerns about using finasteride due to perceived dangers. Others in the conversation disagreed with his view on finasteride, suggesting it is safe and effective for hair loss treatment.

      community 2 years of 5% topical minoxidil + 1 year of 1mg finasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical minoxidil for two years and 1mg finasteride for one year, but many commenters believe the hair looks the same, attributing changes to different haircuts rather than actual regrowth. The user reported no side effects from finasteride, and opinions varied on whether any significant hairline improvement occurred.