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      community 8 months on 5mg fin daily, 5% min twice daily, and hrt(mtf). Thought my hair was unrecoverable before but now I’m so happy.

      in Transgender  1898 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named "LordGeek101" shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using 5mg of finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for 8 months. The user is transgender (MTF) and mentioned that the larger dose of finasteride was recommended by their doctor for better chances of hair revival.

      community 8months fin 4.5 months min progress

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5mg oral Minoxidil daily and started with 1mg Finasteride daily, but reduced the dose due to side effects and is considering trying RU58841. They are concerned about thinning hair despite some temple recovery and are seeking advice on maximizing progress.

      community 3 months update on 3mg Dutasteride

      in Chat  98 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user saw no significant changes in hair loss after three months on 3mg Dutasteride, having previously used Finasteride and 0.5mg Dutasteride. They plan to continue the high dose for a year despite concerns about side effects and diminishing returns.

      community RU/Pyrilutamide access and purchase

      in Product  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about accessing and purchasing RU58841 or Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment, with mentions of alternatives like Breezula. Users discuss price differences in various countries and suggest websites like rudirect.com for purchasing.

      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 25 years on finasteride - my experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  947 upvotes 1 year ago
      A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

      community Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused water retention and gastrointestinal issues for the user, which improved after stopping the medication. The user is now using finasteride and topical minoxidil, experiencing excessive urination and concerns about systemic absorption.

      community 1.5 yrs on min+ fin. Dut switch?

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years with some crown improvement but still experiences thin hair and a receding hairline. They are considering switching to dutasteride for potentially better results, while others suggest adding topical minoxidil back into the routine.

      community Starting topical DUT soon!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old male stopped using finasteride due to side effects and plans to start topical dutasteride, considering it a potential solution with fewer side effects. He continues using minoxidil despite no noticeable results and is exploring other treatments like RU58841.

      community Made the switch to Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      User switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil after dermatologist's recommendation. Others in conversation express interest and support for the new treatment.

      community Woke up with the urge to cut all of it off

      in Shaved/buzzed  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user decided to buzz their thinning hair after starting Dutasteride, feeling liberated by the change. Other users shared similar experiences, with some using treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil to manage hair loss.

      community Switching from finasteride to dutasteride.

      in Finasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking finasteride for nearly 5 years and is now adding dutasteride to their regimen to maintain hair loss prevention. They seek advice on transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride.

      community Losing ground on dut for 1.5y daily

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.

      community Bare minimum gains after using 1mg fin and 5% minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily for 10 months and minoxidil once a day for 7 months to treat hair loss, but has seen minimal improvement. They recently started applying 0.05% tretinoin before minoxidil and incorporated dutasteride twice a week into their regimen.

      community I am Transitioning to Oral Minoxidil after 3 years

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about transitioning from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with additional use of Finasteride and Dutasteride. The user reports no side effects from oral Minoxidil and hopes for better results despite experiencing shedding during treatment changes.

      community Allergic to minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

      community Big Shed on 1.5mg , worth upping to 2.5mg?

      in General  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after starting oral minoxidil at 1.5mg for hair loss. Shedding is considered normal and may indicate the treatment is working, but it may take months to see full results; increasing the dose to 2.5mg should be carefully considered.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  94 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community 9 months on fin and oral minoxidil (26M)

      in Progress Pictures  2325 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 9 months of using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil every other day, with no side effects. Other users expressed various reactions, from skepticism to hope, and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.

      community 28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT TEMPLES BEFORE & AFTER

      in Progress Pictures  78 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 28-year-old male shared progress pictures showing temple hair growth after using 5mg Minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride since January 1st. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some noting increased facial hair growth and others inquiring about the method of application.

      community Started tretinoin, lost a bunch of new hairs - normal?

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after adding tretinoin to their regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, but noticed new vellus hairs appearing. They plan to restart tretinoin more gently, as some users suggest shedding indicates treatment effectiveness, while others warn it may cause severe thinning for a minority.

      community I don’t want to give up but running out of options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 16 months but continues to experience hair miniaturization. They previously used oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil with success for 7 years and are now seeking advice on whether to switch back to topicals, adjust dosages, or consider other treatments like topical anti-androgens or Estradiol.

      community Beating gyno symptoms on fin: my recent success

      in Update  18 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.