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      community 3.5 months on oral minoxidil - getting frustrated

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  23 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.

      community Us curly/ wavy hair guys have it worse

      in Chat  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      Curly and wavy hair can make hair loss appear worse due to clumping, but using less product, shorter cuts, and leave-in conditioner can help manage appearance. Minoxidil and finasteride are considered for treatment, and some find that styling can hide thinning areas.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community Anybody else lost a lot of gains on pyrilutamide?

      in Update  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and the ineffectiveness of a treatment called pyrilutamide, with one user experiencing negative results and questioning the product's authenticity.

      community My experience with Harmony Clinic in Cancun, MX

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user had a positive experience with affordable FUE hair transplants at Harmony Clinic in Cancun, Mexico, noting professionalism and good results despite minor issues. The clinic advised against using Minoxidil and Finasteride, and the user was satisfied with the initial results, planning to update progress at 12 months post-op.

      community Dutasteride appears to not be working despite 'perfect' blood results. Advice for next steps?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced intensified hair thinning after 10 years on finasteride and saw little improvement after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 8 months. Suggestions included continuing dutasteride for another 6-8 months, considering additional treatments like topical finasteride, and evaluating nutrition and other potential causes of hair loss.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

      community How’s my pre fin lab work. Age 40

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their pre-finasteride lab results, including DHT, estradiol, testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, FSH, and LH levels. Another user responded, cautioning against making unsupported claims about side effects and recovery.

      community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

      in Chat  245 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.

      community Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to hair loss?

      in Chat  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.

      community My Experience With Finasteride

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting a significant reduction in DHT levels and a complete loss of libido without other side effects. Another user agreed, discussing the negative impact on sexual drive and criticizing the community's attitude towards discussing side effects.

      community Topical melatonin/oral

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential positive effects of melatonin on hair growth. The original poster plans to try both oral and topical melatonin and is seeking recommendations for a good source.

      community 3 months in with 1mg fin and topical minox

      in Progress Pictures  106 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced improved hair health and density after three months using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil twice daily, with no side effects. They also use ketoconazole 2% twice weekly and purchase their medications from Amazon.

      community Scalp Inflammation Beyond Psoriasis: A Hidden Player in Hair Thinning

      in Technology  54 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Scalp inflammation may contribute to hair thinning, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo potentially helping by reducing inflammation. Some users report that DHT blockers and other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 can alleviate symptoms associated with inflammation.

      community Oral Minoxidil only users (no fin-dut)

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral Minoxidil users discuss their experiences with hair regrowth, noting that results may be temporary without a DHT blocker. Some users report significant regrowth after several months but express concerns about needing additional treatments.

      community Rob English (self massage guru) now sells his own drug?

      in Update  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      Rob English, known for promoting scalp massages for hair regrowth, now sells his own brand of finasteride and minoxidil. Opinions are mixed, with some calling him a charlatan and others acknowledging his shift towards scientifically-backed treatments.