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      community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.

      in Female  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.

      community 22M loosing ground - 1MG fin + 2% Keto Shampoo

      in Is this regrowth?  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss sees mixed results after three months, with some improvement at the crown but worsening at the temples. Suggestions include waiting 6-12 months, considering dutasteride, adding minoxidil, microneedling, caffeine tonic, and retinol.

      community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.

      in Progress Pictures  815 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

      community Love me some Dutasteride. 40 years old. March to now

      in Progress Pictures  753 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, "mynameisbogus," has been using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massaging, and keto shampoo to treat their hair loss. They have not experienced any side effects and have seen positive results.

      community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

      in Chat  204 upvotes 3 years ago
      User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

      community Before and after 1 year of oral fin + topic min still 0 improvements

      in Is this regrowth?  35 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically the lack of improvement after one year of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to stronger medications like dutasteride and oral minoxidil, considering a hair transplant, and possibly using microneedling or tretinoin.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Pics from years ago I never posted - starting again now

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling, and is currently trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a finasteride/minoxidil topical. Another user commented on the significant improvement, and the original poster emphasized the importance of consistency despite shedding phases.

      community 6 months on oral minox with no result

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who had taken oral minoxidil for 6 months without seeing any results and the advice given in response, which included trying microneedling in combination with topical minoxidil, as well as seeking a dermatologist's opinion.

      community 2 Years on Fin — Early Gains, Acne Flare, and Ongoing Scalp Sensitivity

      in Finasteride  149 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride for over two years, experiencing early hair regrowth, acne, and scalp sensitivity, but now faces thinning hair and questions about dosage and long-term effectiveness. They also used retinal to help with acne and are seeking advice on whether to adjust their finasteride dose.

      community 4 months on Finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  409 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who had been experiencing hair loss, started using 1mg of finasteride and 6% minoxidil twice a day. After 4 months, they are pleased with the progress and have noticed thicker hair on top. They also mentioned using a retinoid cream and SPF for anti-aging purposes. No side effects were reported, and the user's sex drive increased after the first month.

      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 Best way to apply tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, discussing whether to mix tretinoin with minoxidil or apply it separately, and considering the concentration of tretinoin to use.

      community 4 weeks in oral Minoxidil & Dut

      in Is this regrowth?  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing small hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride, and considering a future FUE transplant. Some users express skepticism about the regrowth, while others share similar experiences or doubts about the effectiveness of the treatment.

      community Growth Stimulants that aren't Minoxidil...?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is exploring hair growth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.

      community Journey and recommendation for Bay Area doctor

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and others, experiencing side effects and is seeking recommendations for a knowledgeable doctor in the California Bay Area. They had a negative experience with one doctor and are considering a hair transplant but want to avoid further side effects.

      community 3 months progression not sure if I should pursue tretinoin

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for hair loss for nearly three months and is considering adding tretinoin. They are advised to be patient, as results typically take 6-12 months, and are exploring other options like oral minoxidil and dutasteride.