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      community 2 months on oral Finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  220 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over two months. The user reports noticing small hair regrowth after the first month and discusses the convenience and cost of chewable tablets from Hims, while also addressing side effects like ED and heart palpitations.

      community Hair thinning and gut health

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).

      community Hairloss Treatment - General health and efficacy-conscious stack overview

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and saw palmetto, emphasizing the importance of scalp health and DHT reduction. The user shares personal experiences and suggests a balanced approach, combining topical treatments and lifestyle changes for effective hair regrowth.

      community 33, NW5: Deciding on Finasteride, Grafts, or Shaved Head

      in General  115 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss at NW 5 and is using finasteride, which is causing side effects like dry eyes and loss of libido. They are considering continuing with minoxidil and finasteride or opting for a hair transplant, feeling depressed about their situation.

      community Seeking advice from dut non-responders who used RU

      in Update  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of RU58841 by individuals who did not respond to dutasteride. Users share experiences with maintaining hair using RU58841 and mention trying pyrilutamide and the upcoming availability of pp405.

      community Age 18 vs Age 25, the importance of starting early

      in Progress Pictures  883 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.

      community Minoxidil and the GUT conexion

      in Minoxidil  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride may affect digestion, potentially causing issues like GERD, constipation, and inflammation. The user plans to stop minoxidil for a month and consult a nutritionist about diet changes.

      community M30, month 5 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after five months of using topical minoxidil (5% foam) and oral dutasteride (0.5 mg daily). The user reported no side effects and was grateful for the progress, despite the rapid gains slowing down.

      community Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 1 month ago
      DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

      community Highest DHT level you’ve seen?

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses starting finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss and mentions a high baseline DHT level. Users comment on the unusually high DHT level and its potential causes.

      community For real though, no side effects 2 months in dut (0.5mg) PO qAM

      in Satire  221 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride (0.5mg daily) with no side effects reported after two months. It also mentions the health benefits of one meal per day and the low incidence of side effects.

      community A 2005 Hairloss Forum Describing How Close We Are To A Cure

      in Satire  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are discussed, with mixed results and ongoing hope for better solutions. Users express skepticism about a cure, sharing experiences with various treatments and lifestyle changes.

      community Best addition to oral fin and topical min after stopping RU?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old male experienced hair thinning and used topical minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, but stopped RU58841 due to health concerns. He is considering adding topical dutasteride and switching to oral minoxidil to enhance regrowth, while others suggest using ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.

      community progress pics (HRT, fin, min, microneedling) (35, trans non-binary)

      in Transgender  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.

      community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

      community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.

      community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

      in Treatment  44 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community Q1/Q2 Exciting times ahead - hope!

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including Breezula, KX826, and PP405, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness compared to finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about the new treatments, while others remain hopeful about future developments.