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      community What brand of Dutasteride should I buy?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user asked about the difference between two brands of Dutasteride on Oxford Online Pharmacy. Replies indicated no difference besides the brand name, and one user found Dutasteride more effective than Finasteride.

      community Dutasteride 1mg or RU58841 8% or topical Dutasteride

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion focuses on hair loss treatments, with suggestions to increase oral Dutasteride to 1 mg or more, as topical Dutasteride is less effective. Other treatments mentioned include RU58841, Minoxidil, and dermastamping, with some users recommending injectable mesotherapy and topical Finasteride.

      community ~3.5 Months on daily oral dut 0.5mg, oral min 2.5mg, topical RU 80mg, weekly microneedling at 1.5mm

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about a 23-year-old who started treating their hair loss with daily oral dutasteride (0.5mg), oral minoxidil (2.5mg), topical RU58841 (80mg), and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm after seeing others' success stories. Significant improvements have been noted, and there is optimism for even better results in the next 6 months.

      community GT20029 & KX826 Major Updates from Kintor.

      in Research/Science  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX826 shows promise as a hair loss treatment with a 10% increase in hair count, but concerns about Kintor's marketing practices and the systemic effects of treatments like GT20029 and RU58841 remain. Users express skepticism and hope, with some preferring traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.

      community Progress or worsening from Dutasteride addition?

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss and has been using finasteride since May 2022, recently adding dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to continue both medications, switch to only dutasteride, or add RU58841, and are unsure if their hair quality issues are due to medication, stress, or other factors.

      community Scalp MicroPigmentation Results

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to cover hair thinning and a scar, choosing it over hair transplants due to its non-invasive nature and realistic results. They recommend SMP for those struggling with hair loss, emphasizing the importance of finding a trusted artist.

      community Which dermastamp/roller do you suggest?

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.

      community Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.

      community 8 month difference dut & oral min. Face says it all 🤣

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone's hair growth progress after using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for eight months, with users commenting on the increased hair density and volume. Some users are skeptical, but the original poster insists there is a significant improvement in hair density.

      community A lot of blood tests that I have done until now (Mainly Hormones).

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral and topical Finasteride and Minoxidil, and detailed various blood test results to track hormonal changes. They noted that while DHT levels initially decreased with topical Finasteride, they later increased, but they observed positive results in hair growth.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

      community How long should you take fin/dut for, before getting a transplant?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started taking dutasteride a month ago and is seeking advice on whether to wait for a year before getting a hair transplant, as it could potentially strengthen the donor-zone and require fewer grafts, or to get a transplant immediately, extracting only the "strong hairs" not affected by dutasteride. The user is unsure which approach is correct.

      community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.

      community 3.5 months on 7%Minoxdil - 0.1%Finasteride - .025%Tret (Topical)

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user noticed a significant improvement in hair loss after 3.5 months using a topical treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 0.025% Tretinoin, which was prescribed and shipped from a pharmacy in Indiana. Other users discussed alternative products with varying concentrations of Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Dutasteride mesotherapy alongside oral fin and dut?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy, combined with peptides and exosomes, is being considered for hair loss treatment. One user suggests that oral finasteride or dutasteride mesotherapy may not be necessary if already taking oral dutasteride.

      community Exit strategy advice: 2nd transplant vs. electrolysis to soften hairline

      in General  99 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 32-year-old male is considering options to soften a dense transplanted hairline after experiencing accelerated hair loss and intolerance to finasteride and dutasteride, while using minoxidil. He is exploring partial electrolysis or laser treatments to achieve a natural look with a short buzz cut, avoiding a second transplant or scalp micropigmentation.

      community 9 Month Hair Transplant Review (Asli Tarcan) (Part 3 Of 5)

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is dissatisfied with their hair transplant results from Asli Tarcan, citing poor donor area management and insufficient graft density. They advise against opting for cheaper procedures and express hope for future hair cloning solutions.
      Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      community Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      in General  126 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 19-year-old male with no family history of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is experiencing hair loss and considering using a topical minoxidil and finasteride mixture. Despite low vitamin D levels and normal DHT serum levels, he seeks confirmation of AGA before starting treatment.

      community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.

      community 6 Month Update as a Bad Diffuse Thinner

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month update on hair loss treatment, using daily Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, topical Finasteride, dermastamping, and PRP treatments. They reported improved hair quality but no significant regrowth or density increase, and plan to continue the regimen for another year before considering a hair transplant.