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      community Low Estradiol while on 1mg Fin, what should I do?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user on 1mg finasteride for a year has low estradiol levels but no significant symptoms, and others suggest monitoring without immediate concern. Some users discuss potential effects of low estrogen, like low libido, but the user reports no erectile dysfunction.

      community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.

      community (Europe) looking for advice on topical anti androgen use

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ciclopirox shampoo for hair loss and is considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841, Clacosterone, or KX286. They have scheduled a hair transplant and are concerned about the cost and effectiveness of future treatments.

      community DNA test result is incredible !

      in Technology  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personalized hair loss treatment plan based on DNA test results, recommending Minoxidil, Dutasteride, 17-alpha Estradiol, Cetirizine, and PRP sessions. The test identifies a high risk of hair loss due to DHT but a good response to Minoxidil, suggesting a tailored approach to treatment.

      community Curious about 'nuclear' stacks

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using higher doses of minoxidil and finasteride, considering dutasteride, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 for hair preservation. The user reports no side effects after six months and is interested in advanced treatment combinations.

      community Reversing 8 years of hair loss. Dut is freaking magic!

      in Progress Pictures  4094 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user successfully reversed hair loss over 17 months using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement without a transplant. Minor side effects like headaches and testicular discomfort were reported but resolved quickly.

      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 Blood Test Results

      in Update  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared blood test results and experienced side effects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce side effects.

      community On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.

      community Is Finasteride the only way to reduce scalp DHT?

      in Chat  28 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.

      community [progress] Finasteride 42 MONTHS update

      in Update  66 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's 42 month experience using finasteride for hair loss, their opinion on minoxidil use and the potential of pyrilutamide and another Chinese drug as treatments.

      community Research behind RU-58642? Has anyone heard of this?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      RU-58642 is a powerful anti-androgen that was not developed further, possibly due to safety concerns or financial reasons. RU58841 is a topical alternative, but it is less effective than finasteride and dutasteride, and its long-term effects are not well-studied.

      community It is what it is with some people

      in Satire  162 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are discussed, with concerns about side effects such as depression and brain fog. Some users argue about the necessity and impact of DHT on libido and other bodily functions.

      community Is 2.5 mg dut really more effective than .5?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hair loss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.

      community 21m dut+min+ket (roughly) 1 year of progress

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He noted improvements despite irregular application and mentioned that his hair is now thicker, with a previously bald spot completely gone.

      community My somewhat nuclear Hair loss prevention procotocol

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male shared his extensive hair loss treatment protocol, which includes Dutasteride, RU58841, Ketoconazole shampoo, oral Minoxidil, pyrilutamide, MK677, dermastamping, and castor oil, and reported improved hair regrowth and overall well-being. He has experienced no side effects and has also improved his diet and lifestyle.

      community M30, month 1 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 30-year-old male is using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, tretinoin cream, and microneedling for hair regrowth. He reports no side effects and has noticed visual improvement after one month.