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      community I've had a FUE hair transplant in Turkey today. AMA.

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 36-year-old male had a 3000-graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey, with 2000 grafts to the front and 1000 to the crown. Post-operation, he experienced nausea, dizziness, itching, and pain, but saw hair growth and plans to take pictures once redness subsides.

      community Getting bloods done whilst on finasteride

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can affect hormone levels within two weeks, and a break of several weeks is recommended for baseline results. Monitoring E2 and testosterone is suggested to assess the risk of gynecomastia.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy in America

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding providers for Dutasteride Mesotherapy in the US, which is more common in Europe. The user is asking if any mesotherapy/PRP clinic could offer it if they provide the Dutasteride.

      community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

      community My 4200 Grafts Hair transplant surgery update

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 4200-graft hair transplant performed by Dr. Heena Kudyar, noting significant improvement in hairline and density by month 9. The user did not mention using medications like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841.

      community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

      community Dutasteride 8 months see through hair

      in Is this regrowth?  28 upvotes 11 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.

      community 7 months dutasteride(1 mg) progress

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride, at 1 mg daily, was used for hair regrowth, with initial shedding and side effects like watery semen and increased libido. The user previously tried finasteride and minoxidil but switched to dutasteride for stronger, sustained results.

      community Oral minoxidil causes me stronger heart beat

      in Minoxidil  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause a stronger heartbeat, which may lessen over time, but if it persists or worsens, consulting a professional is advised. Reducing the dose or switching to a topical form might help.

      community One year after FUE HT 3200 grafts

      in Progress Pictures  181 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year progress after a 3,200 graft FUE hair transplant and their use of oral finasteride and minoxidil. People are impressed with the results and are discussing the effectiveness and cost of the treatment.

      community Little hairs on temples, is it a good sign?

      in Is this regrowth?  425 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.

      community Pregnancy Ru58841. Girlfriend unintentionally impregnated

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user stopped using RU58841 after discovering their girlfriend's unplanned pregnancy, expressing concern about potential harm to the baby. Others advised consulting a doctor, waiting for health scans, and considering switching to oral finasteride or natural supplements like saw palmetto.

      community Before and after of Dut and Oral min at 10 weeks

      in Update  35 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 5 mg oral Minoxidil over 10 weeks, with initial shedding but no side effects. The treatment was surprisingly affordable at $7 for a 3-month supply.

      community Bloodflow? Does it affect hair growth?

      in Question  23 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss is primarily caused by genetic sensitivity to DHT, not lifestyle factors like diet or exercise. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help, but it's important to consult a dermatologist to determine the best approach for individual cases.

      community Insane MTF recovery 18 months blocking androgens

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss recovery using estrogen and anti-androgen treatment for 18 months showed significant improvement. However, results vary and alternative treatments like RU58841 and Dutasteride may work without systemic feminization.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 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 2 years of dut, 1 year of loss 24m

      in Progress Pictures  526 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth with dutasteride but later lost progress despite using minoxidil foam and dermastamping. Suggestions included reducing dermastamping frequency, conducting blood tests, and considering oral minoxidil or different brands of dutasteride.

      community Dr. Bloxham's Verteporfin Trial

      in Research/Science  30 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dr. Bloxham's trial is testing verteporfin on hair transplant patients to see if it can improve hair regrowth in treated areas. People are discussing the potential for follicle regeneration, expected results timeline, and concerns about side effects like cancer.