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      community Met a doctor at the zoo who told me the TRUTH about Fin

      in Satire  748 upvotes 2 years ago
      A satirical post jokes about a user meeting a doctor at the zoo who praises finasteride (Fin) for hair loss treatment, claiming it has a low side-effect profile and is effective. Replies include humorous disbelief, comparisons to other risks, and some personal accounts of side effects from Fin.

      community 4 years on finasteride update!

      in Progress Pictures  256 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old has been using finasteride for four years to treat hair loss, starting at age 21, and has experienced significant hair thickening without side effects. Others in the conversation share varied results and experiences with finasteride, with some considering adding minoxidil to their treatment.

      community Update: 18 months - June ‘22-Jan ‘24

      in Progress Pictures  528 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing an 18-month update on their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly microneedling. They noticed hair regrowth after 3 months and are using a combination spray of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 3 month progress (23M) on Fin, Min, Redensyl and Derma roller

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, Redensyl, and a derma roller, along with vitamin and biotin supplements. They have seen significant improvement and regained confidence, despite initially losing hair due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness.

      community 16month progress on crazy stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.

      community Topical minoxidil and Body hair

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Topical minoxidil can cause increased body hair due to systemic absorption, varying by individual skin sensitivity. The user seeks experiences and solutions to prevent this side effect.

      community Can’t tell if my hair is growing or not.

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been treating their hair loss with oral Minoxidil, Dutasteride twice a week, daily head massages, a mix of essential oils, and one round of Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP). They stopped micro-needling due to hair loss, and are seeking advice on their progress, with responses suggesting continued treatment, potential hair transplant, and resuming micro-needling.

      community Where to Begin with Microneedling?

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is considering microneedling to enhance hair regrowth after limited response to minoxidil and better results with finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Recommendations include using a 1.5mm derma roller once a week, avoiding minoxidil on microneedling days, and disinfecting the roller with isopropyl alcohol.

      community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men

      in Research/Science  251 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.

      community Drone shots: fin 1 week vs. 4 months 👀

      in Progress Pictures  798 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post is about a user sharing progress pictures of their hair loss, comparing the appearance of their crown before and after using finasteride for 1 week to 4 months. The user also mentions using minoxidil and starting microneedling.

      community The lowest cyproterone dose to stop mpb

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone acetate at 12.5 mg to manage hair loss, with concerns about its effects on testosterone and potential health issues. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with varying experiences and outcomes.

      community Hair Transplant result after one week

      in Progress Pictures  588 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post is about a user's hair transplant results after one week, with 4000 grafts implanted. The conversation includes discussions about the healing process, shedding phase, and the number of grafts used.

      community How to do cost-benefit when taking drugs long term?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Concerns about the long-term safety of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions to weigh risks and consider cost-effective options like cutting higher-dose pills. Some users prefer Minoxidil due to perceived safety.

      community PSA: If you're prone to MPB dont take creatine

      in Update  103 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.

      community Seems like good progress... Happy with it so far

      in Progress Pictures  216 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "Segggs" shared their progress with hair loss treatments including 6 months of foam minoxidil, 3 months of finasteride, keto shampoo, and inconsistent microneedling. The replies were positive, with some users commenting on the regrowth in the temple area.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community shampoo nizoral 1% information

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.