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      community On Fin 1 mg for past 4 months, plus micro needling weekly

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 49-year-old man has been using 1 mg of finasteride daily and microneedling weekly for four months to address hair loss, with no side effects and noticeable progress. He shares his experience and encourages others to consider treatment options without fear.

      community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)

      in Update  364 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.

      community The Real Reason For Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science 4 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to scalp fibrosis and tension, which result from chronic mechanical stress and androgenic signaling. Treatments include blocking androgens with finasteride, promoting hair growth with topical minoxidil, and improving scalp mobility through exercises.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community Stopping finasteride for chemo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.

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

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 month 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 FUE 2990 Grafts (2 Day surgery) HDC Clinic Dr. Maras

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old man shared his experience with a 2990 graft FUE hair transplant at HDC Clinic in Cyprus, praising the professionalism and care received. He has been using topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Dermarolling, and recently started Finasteride and oral Minoxidil.

      community 6 months on Pyrilutamide- no results

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user applied pyrilutamide for 6 months without hair regrowth and is considering stopping due to cost and lack of results. Another user suggests switching to finasteride, which is cheaper and has shown regrowth for them.

      community 2250 graft transplant 1.5 month ago.

      in Is this regrowth?  148 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user had a 2250 graft hair transplant using both FUT and FUE methods, and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, multivitamins, and biotin. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and appearance of the procedure, with some suggesting additional treatments or considering alternative options like shaving or using a hair system.

      community Baby hairs growing with 0.33g of fin every other day!

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair regrowth at the temples after starting 0.33g of finasteride every other day in January, combined with weekly microneedling sessions. They experienced sexual side effects at higher doses, which improved with a lower dose and supplements like broccoli extract and l-citrulline.

      community FYI you can't donate blood when on fin/dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  268 upvotes 8 months ago
      People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.

      community Is mesotherapy supposed to be only on the top of the head? in women?

      in Female  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old woman with hair loss due to anemia and possibly thyroid issues is undergoing mesotherapy, which was only applied to the top of her head. She is considering minoxidil and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment, as her hair loss is not related to hormonal factors.

      community Spiro for AGA in Europe

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Treatment options for female alopecia androgenetica, discussing the availability of spironolactone online in The Netherlands and other potential treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841.

      community A scary individual report of RU58841.

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 caused severe side effects like heart palpitations and shortness of breath, leading the user to stop using it. Minoxidil and finasteride were effective without side effects, while RU58841's safety and effectiveness remain uncertain.

      community Transfeminine and wondering if minoxidil is right for me

      in Transgender  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, rosemary oil, and microneedling for hair regrowth, particularly around the temples. The user is seeking a permanent solution to improve hair density without ongoing intensive treatments.

      community Finasteride affects both 5a reductase and 5b reductase

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride not only inactivates the 5a reductase enzyme but also affects the 5b reductase enzyme in a dose-dependent manner, which can impact sexual behavior and brain activity. The user experienced significant hair regrowth and side effects on 1mg of finasteride, which diminished after reducing the dose to 0.5mg, leading to no side effects and further hair improvement.

      community M18: I think microneedling is making my hair look thinner

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair thinning potentially due to excessive microneedling while using finasteride and minoxidil. Many suggest reducing microneedling frequency and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

      community Is this finally regrowth at my temples?!

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil, noticing thicker and longer baby hairs, suggesting potential regrowth at the temples. Other users agree it looks like a sign of success.