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      community Are all male celebs and models on fin/dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  102 upvotes 2 months ago
      Many male celebrities and models use treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to combat hair loss, with some also undergoing hair transplants. These treatments are common and increasingly normalized, with some celebrities openly discussing their use.
      Advice for my hairloss situation

      community Advice for my hairloss situation

      in General  190 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering hair restoration options after experiencing side effects from Minoxidil and avoiding Finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are contemplating trying Finasteride or Dutasteride and possibly undergoing a hair transplant.

      community 4 years of baldness and hating my mirror reflection has ended

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their journey with hair loss, using minoxidil initially, then adding microneedling and finasteride, and finally undergoing a hair transplant. They expressed regret for not using finasteride earlier due to fear of side effects and found the combination of treatments effective in the end.

      community Growth Update on Crown - Fin & Min

      in Progress Pictures  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures of their hair growth after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and undergoing a hair transplant with 4,200 grafts in Istanbul. They reported thicker hair and noticeable crown regrowth, with no side effects from the treatments.

      community 1 year after fin/RU and 3000 grafts.

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing significant improvement in hair loss after using finasteride, RU58841, and undergoing a 3000 graft hair transplant. They plan to get another transplant due to remaining thin areas.

      community 5 years – Fin, Min, Microneedle and then HT

      in Transplants  223 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a Hair Transplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.

      community Can I take bicalutamide for hair loss as a man, but don’t want to transition?

      in Treatment 3 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old man with hair loss, despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, is considering bicalutamide for regrowth but is concerned about feminization. Alternatives like topical estrogen, JXL069, and spironolactone are discussed, with suggestions to explore thyroid levels and other potential underlying conditions.

      community Dec 2024 vs now (min + fin/dut)

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair thickening and reduced shedding using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a switch from finasteride to dutasteride due to ineffectiveness. They also use a saw palmetto shampoo and take vitamin D3 supplements, while considering potential underlying causes like vitamin deficiencies and hard water buildup.

      community Still receding at 8 months on finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and microneedling to address hair loss but continues to experience recession after 8 months. Suggestions include being patient as treatments can take 12-18 months to show effects, considering a switch to dutasteride, and consulting a dermatologist for potential underlying scalp conditions.

      community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

      in Female  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

      community What the hell does it mean by “do not apply to front of scalp”

      in Minoxidil  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can be applied to the entire scalp, including the hairline, despite labels suggesting otherwise due to lack of specific testing. For best results in treating hair loss, combining minoxidil with finasteride is recommended, as finasteride addresses the underlying cause of male pattern baldness.

      community I Think it is Over for me Bros. I'm Cooked.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old user tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss but saw no improvement and was advised by their dermatologist to accept baldness. Other users suggested alternative treatments like RU58841, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and checking for underlying conditions or lifestyle factors.

      community About a month of progress, weirdly better than expected?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported unexpected hair growth on their crown after using a derma stamp, ketoconazole, and other treatments like rosemary oil and biotin, but before starting finasteride or minoxidil. They questioned if the growth was due to these treatments or an underlying issue besides androgenetic alopecia.

      community Growing and losing hair at the same time (24M) . Extremely confused!

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride, later switching to dutasteride, higher-dose minoxidil, iron supplements, and derma stamping, which initially improved his condition. However, after moving to a stressful environment and undergoing minor surgery, his hair loss rapidly increased, particularly on one side of his temple.

      community 22M. Progress 2 months of dut+min treatment

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is using dutasteride 0.5mg daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, biotin 5mg, and microneedling for hair loss. They also use a shampoo with saw palmetto and green coffee but are unsure of its effectiveness due to its high cost.

      community What do you do about hairloss where scalp feels tight? Losing Hope

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, iron and zinc supplements, derma rolling weekly, and Nizoral weekly for hair loss. Despite these treatments, he experiences tight, painful scalp areas with no progress and some hair loss.

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

      in Female  10 upvotes 1 year 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 Got into argument with my dermatologist, AITA?

      in General  198 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is frustrated with his dermatologist for refusing to prescribe DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride, instead pushing for a hair transplant despite ongoing hair thinning. The user feels dismissed and unreasonably treated, and is advised by another user to find a better dermatologist and consider finasteride or dutasteride for effective treatment.

      community The 6 Best Hair Loss Treatments of 2024, Tested by People with Thinning Hair

      in Product 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

      community I'm regrowing my hair while being on the harshest steroids

       11 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.