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      community What is something that is treated as common knowledge or consensus in this community but lacks evidence, is missing nuance, or is simply untrue?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Common misconceptions about hair loss treatments include the belief that lower doses of finasteride are as effective as higher doses, and that ketoconazole is effective for androgenetic alopecia without scalp issues. Additionally, minoxidil's effects can be seen sooner than commonly thought, and topical dutasteride is effective.

      community Feedback on My Multi-Step Hair Loss Strategy at Age 27

      in Basic Questions  177 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.

      community I gotta have "the talk" with my girlfriend

      in Chat  139 upvotes 2 months ago
      A man is worried about telling his girlfriend he uses finasteride for hair loss. Most responses suggest it's not a big deal and advise being open if it comes up naturally.

      community For any young men whom are balding

      in Chat  87 upvotes 2 months ago
      Young men experiencing hair loss should consult a dermatologist and consider treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Shaving is an option, but medications can help maintain and regrow hair, though results vary.

      community 1 year on Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  169 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil and finasteride for a year, experiencing stronger and healthier hair with hope for further improvement. Many suggest a haircut to enhance appearance, while others encourage continuing the current regimen and possibly adding micro-needling.

      community 19 years old - 3 months of min+fin

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 19-year-old has been using a regimen of 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride for three months to combat early-onset balding. The user reports some progress and plans to continue the current treatment, while others suggest considering additional treatments like dutasteride for more aggressive cases.

      community Which to pill to try. Advice please!

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The advice suggests continuing minoxidil and considering dutasteride or finasteride as DHT blockers, with a focus on managing potential shedding and side effects.

      community I have a theory about hair loss

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      Hair loss is often linked to inflammation and DHT, with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil being effective for many. Natural remedies like turmeric and oils are discussed, but medications are generally seen as more reliable for managing genetic hair loss.
      Got back from the derm, idk what is the best option

      community Got back from the derm, idk what is the best option

      in Treatments  185 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for 4 months and switched to oral minoxidil, considering adding finasteride for better results. They are advised to aggressively treat hair loss with minoxidil for regrowth and finasteride for prevention, while monitoring for side effects.

      community Anyone immediately lose hope for gt20029 when they realised it’s developed by kintor

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral, with a focus on the potential of new treatments like gt20029 and breezula. There is optimism about novel treatments that don't have systemic effects, although skepticism remains about the effectiveness of some new drugs.
      21M Concerned About Temple Recession: Minoxidil/Finasteride Worth It?

      community 21M Concerned About Temple Recession: Minoxidil/Finasteride Worth It?

      in General  203 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering using Minoxidil and Finasteride, but is concerned about lifelong dependency and seeks advice on permanent solutions. They are advised to act quickly, consider additional treatments like Dutasteride, and get blood tests to rule out other causes.

      community Scalp Massages /scalp hair oiling effective??

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of natural remedies like scalp massages and oils for hair loss, with some users advocating for proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The original poster prefers natural methods, while others argue that pharmaceuticals are more effective in combating hair loss.

      community My 2-Year Journey – Meds Finally Kicking In

      in Progress Pictures  344 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.

      community Treatment with dutasteride, without minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  48 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride for hair regrowth, with the user planning to add topical minoxidil. The user reports improved hair strand quality and beard growth with dutasteride, while noting some side effects compared to finasteride.

      community About to be two years of progress

      in Update  170 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, noting improvements in eyebrows and eyelashes as well. Despite challenges, including a divorce and mental health struggles, the user is grateful for the progress and support from the community.

      community Topical Min 5% - Keto 2% shampoo 2x week - Tretnoin 0.025% - 6 Months update

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical Minoxidil 5%, Keto 2% shampoo, and Tretinoin 0.025% for six months, with plans to start topical Finasteride 0.1% soon. They are advised to focus on DHT blockers like Finasteride and consider additional tests and supplements to address potential deficiencies and scalp health.

      community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

      community 6 months on dutast and minoxodil, hair growing like weeds now!

      in Progress Pictures  618 upvotes 11 months ago
      A woman experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, despite initial hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. She reported minimal side effects and highlighted the effectiveness of these treatments for women, despite doctors' hesitancy to prescribe them.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.