Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.
A 21-year-old male is anxious about hair loss and its impact on marriage prospects. He has been using Minoxidil for 3 years, plans to start Finasteride in January 2023, and is also using Procapil and supplements.
A user experienced a "watery belly" and cellulite after starting finasteride, despite maintaining a disciplined fitness routine. Others suggest checking hormone levels, as changes in DHT and estrogen could affect fat metabolism, but age might also be a factor.
A 26-year-old man who had a hair transplant and used minoxidil with good results is now experiencing shedding and considering finasteride. He's concerned about high progesterone and mild erectile dysfunction before starting the treatment.
A 24-year-old shared a 4-month update on their hair transplant of 3900 grafts done by Dr. Serkan Aygin in Turkey, costing 3100 euros. They have been using topical minoxidil at night and 1mg of finasteride daily for about a year and a half before the transplant.
A 26-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has received conflicting diagnoses of androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. They are considering treatments like dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and are unsure whether to start treatment or pursue further diagnosis like a scalp biopsy.
The conversation is about using bicalutamide, taken less frequently than daily, for hair loss treatment. The user is considering 50mg every 3 days or once a week and is asking for others' experiences.
Researching whether pyri and enza, which are stereoisomers of each other, share the same features related to CNS penetration/GABA Inhibition; safety and efficacy when used topically at 0.5-1%; and cost comparison between the two treatments.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW6 diffuse to NW1 after 5 months of finasteride and 2 months of dutasteride. Another user asked if these treatments affected beard or body hair thickness.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. Users suggest adding oral dutasteride or finasteride for more effective results.
The user is using topical finasteride (1MG in 30ML stemoxydine) and experiencing a lack of morning erections after three months. They are questioning whether to discontinue the treatment or if the side effect will resolve if they continue.
A 34-year-old from Patna shared a 5-month update on his hair transplant, which involved 4,200 grafts using the FUE technique to cover the front and mid-scalp. He experienced initial shock loss but now sees natural-looking growth and improved density.
Pyrilutamide, a new drug being tested to combat hair loss that has been found to perform comparably or better than finasteride and dutasteride in the initial 6 months of treatment with minimal reported side effects.
The user shared a 4-month update on their hair loss treatment, using 2.5 mg OM daily, 0.5 mg Dutasteride three times a week, and a multivitamin with biotin. They provided progress pictures to show their results.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss. Commenters noted no visible change or worsening hair condition.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using estradiol, bicalutamide, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They stopped minoxidil temporarily, which worsened their condition, and are considering oral minoxidil but are concerned about side effects and cost.
The user is experiencing severe hair thinning and is using multiple treatments including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, latanoprost, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, saw palmetto, and derma wounding. They are considering adding RU58841 and are contemplating a hair transplant and exosomes due to frustration with current results.
A user with diffuse hair loss for a decade tried various treatments, including LLLT Helmet, supplements, topicals, and hair transplants. They found relief from scalp inflammation and itching using a topical solution made from crushed Xeljanz pills mixed with ethyl alcohol.
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.
A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.
The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.
The conversation humorously discusses George Clooney's hair and aging, suggesting he switch to dutasteride for his temples. It also mentions minoxidil and finasteride, debating the effects of hair dye and styling on his appearance.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and microneedling for treating hair loss. The linked article is seen as an advertisement for these treatments.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and testosterone to combat hair loss and block DHT, with some users expressing concerns about side effects and vegan options for medication. The discussion also touches on personal experiences with hormone treatments and the desire to maintain a youthful appearance.