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      Got back from the derm, idk what is the best option

      community Got back from the derm, idk what is the best option

      in Treatments  185 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for 4 months and switched to oral minoxidil, considering adding finasteride for better results. They are advised to aggressively treat hair loss with minoxidil for regrowth and finasteride for prevention, while monitoring for side effects.

      community Scalp Psoriasis and Fin/Min options?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user with scalp psoriasis and hair loss is hesitant to use topical minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about psoriasis and potential side effects. They are considering alternatives like pumpkin seed and saw palmetto.

      community My 5 months Hair Transplant Surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  848 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community Fin after a year before and after

      in Progress Pictures  136 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair growth results after a year of using finasteride, initially taking 1mg daily but switching to a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule due to side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen. The side effects improved after switching to the reduced schedule, with normal erections returning within a month.

      community Is oral minoxidil f***ing me up?

      in General  269 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing significant blood pressure fluctuations and increased heart rate, leading the user to consider switching to topical minoxidil and tretinoin. The user plans to consult a cardiologist and is likely to stop using oral minoxidil.

      community 10 months progress pictures oral min+fin. It worked!

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 10 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables from Hims, with no side effects. He noticed increased hair volume, especially at the front, and recommends trying the medication for hair loss.

      community Worried after using minoxidil once in a home with cats

      in Female  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user applied minoxidil for hair loss and worried about its toxicity to cats after their cat drank from a water fountain they touched. After consulting a vet and pet poison control, they were reassured that the exposure was not enough to harm the cat, and others advised using gloves and being cautious in the future.

      community Ulo low dose dut/fin hair serum

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced severe sexual side effects from topical finasteride with minoxidil but found no side effects with low-dose dutasteride and finasteride serums from Ulo after a hair transplant. They also used a hair growth serum with saw palmetto without side effects.

      community 28m - Last 26 days have been great

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male shares his hair regrowth progress using finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, hair peptide serum, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, multivitamins, and a high-protein diet. He reports noticeable hair growth and minor side effects, emphasizing patience as key to success.

      community How safe and/or difficult would it theoretically be to turn raw 99.9% clascoterone into topical formula?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user discusses their hair regrowth success with minoxidil, red light therapy, massage, and derma stamping but expresses concerns about using finasteride due to potential side effects. They are interested in using clascoterone as a topical treatment for hair loss and are exploring the possibility of creating a topical formula from raw clascoterone powder.

      community 21M in Egypt Seeking Oral Minox Alternatives Due to Safety Concerns with Cat

      in Treatments  371 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user in Egypt is seeking alternatives to oral minoxidil, which is banned there, after stopping topical minoxidil due to concerns for their cat's safety. Suggestions include drinking diluted topical minoxidil or making homemade minoxidil tablets, but these methods carry significant risks and are not recommended.

      community 2 months on topical minoxidil and derma rolling

      in Transgender  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 19-year-old trans female has been using topical minoxidil and dermarolling for nearly two months, alongside oral minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estrogen. She noticed significant hair improvement after starting topical minoxidil and dermarolling.

      community My turn to come out and show. I think it might be improving.

      in Progress Pictures  422 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair density after starting 1mg finasteride in February and 2.5mg oral minoxidil two months ago, along with 10mg biotin daily. They initially used topical minoxidil but switched to oral due to application difficulties and have seen improvements without significant side effects.

      community Oral Fin+Min+Biotin Progress 2 Mo

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after switching from topical to oral treatments, using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. They reported no major side effects, except for slightly thicker hair on their hands.
      Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      community Thinning in Hairline and Vertex - What do I do?

      in General  345 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning at the hairline and vertex, considering using a dermapen or dermastamp, and seeking advice on whether to continue with natural remedies like onion juice and rosemary oil or start using minoxidil or finasteride. He is also looking for recommendations on microneedling devices.

      community Transformation dut+min 8months

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil for 8 months, resulting in hair regrowth. Some users suggest dropping the topical minoxidil.

      community Right way to use Dermapen+Minoxidil

      in General  129 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 43-year-old male from Sydney is seeking advice on using a Dermapen with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. He inquires about the frequency of Dermapen use, needle depth, cartridge type, timing for applying Minoxidil, safety of numbing cream, and cartridge reuse.

      community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?

      in Is this regrowth? 4 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.

      community Why take Dut only once a week?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using dutasteride once a week to boost finasteride's effectiveness in treating hair loss, with some users reporting fewer side effects and cost savings. Others share experiences with different dosages and combinations, including minoxidil and topical treatments, to find a balance between effectiveness and side effects.