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      community [43M] 6 months topical .01%->.025% / 5% min

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old man shares his slow progress using low-dose topical finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair growth, along with scalp massages, microneedling, biotin supplements, and pumpkin seed oil. Another user suggests shaving and warns about potential infertility from finasteride, but the original poster remains optimistic, citing others' successful results.

      community Dutasteride vs Finasteride and Steroid

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride is preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to fewer side effects. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and RU58841 is effective for hair regrowth, even during steroid use.

      community 23M | Dut 0.5mg daily + Minoxidil/Tret | 136-day progress (pics)

      in Progress Pictures  232 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shares his 136-day progress using a hair loss treatment regimen of daily Dutasteride 0.5mg, topical Minoxidil 5% with Tretinoin, and Nizoral every other day, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth. He notes high energy and libido, with no shedding, and attributes most progress to Dutasteride.

      community Pyrilutamide and RU alternatives?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.

      community 33M Medication w/scalp psoriasis

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 days ago
      A 33-year-old male restarted finasteride after stopping it to conceive, noticing hair loss, especially in the crown area. His current routine includes finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling, and he plans to continue this treatment for 18 months before making any major changes.

      community The solution for Topical Fin non responders?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is considering using tretinoin with topical finasteride due to poor absorption and side effects from oral finasteride. They are also contemplating switching to topical dutasteride, while others suggest trying oral minoxidil or lower oral doses.

      community What else can I do? Already on dut and minox

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil and is considering adding RU58841 or other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include stopping smoking, trying dutasteride mesotherapy, using tretinoin, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and possibly using a red light cap.

      community Dutasteride 8 months in, 2x per week

      in Is this regrowth?  52 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride twice a week for 8 months and oral minoxidil for 3 months but is experiencing increased hair thinning. Many recommend taking dutasteride daily for improved results.

      community FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.

      in Transgender  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.

      community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.

      community Natural DHT Blockers instead of fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum africanum bark, and nettle root as alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness. Some users report minimal improvement with natural options and better results with finasteride or dutasteride, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

      community 28M Considering Dutasteride After Finasteride Side Effects; Seeking Advice

      in General  112 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 28-year-old male with severe hair loss is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects from oral finasteride, despite using topical minoxidil and finasteride with minimal improvement. He seeks advice on whether dutasteride might be effective without affecting libido.

      community Dutasteride/RU/MIN will NOT work for everyone.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil may not work for everyone, as some individuals experience no improvement despite extensive use and research. Genetic factors can play a significant role, and standard treatments may not be effective for all.

      community Males 42 years old / 5 months / dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  131 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 42-year-old male shared his 5-month progress using oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair regrowth. He reported significant improvement and discussed the potential for further progress and maintenance, while addressing concerns about the safety of his minoxidil dosage.

      community 3 months dutasteride 0.5 mg only

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress after three months of taking dutasteride 0.5 mg to treat their hair loss; other users suggested cutting the frizzy hair and adding minoxidil, while others cautioned against it.

      community Minoxidil alternate approaches

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including the use of 2.5mg Dutasteride, 1mg Finasteride, and Minoxidil 5%, with concerns about side effects like water retention and facial changes. The user is considering alternative Minoxidil applications, such as microneedling and sublingual Minoxidil, to minimize side effects.

      community Any other treatments to still be hopeful for?

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of new hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, gt20029, and topical alfatradiol, and the possibility of improving their effectiveness through methods like increased concentration and microneedling. Dutasteride is also mentioned as a stronger option.

      community Dutasteride 8 months see through hair

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride for 8 months, oral minoxidil for 3 years, and topical minoxidil on temples, with recent microneedling. They experienced thinning after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and are hoping for improvement by the 12-month mark.