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      community Will be transition to dutasteride shortly.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hair loss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.

      community 3 months dutasteride 0.5 mg only

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress after three months of taking dutasteride 0.5 mg to treat their hair loss; other users suggested cutting the frizzy hair and adding minoxidil, while others cautioned against it.

      community Is it time for my 3-Year Old Nephew to get on Fin & Min? ๐Ÿ˜“

      in Satire  517 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss in a 3-year-old, with various treatments discussed such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841 and biotin supplementation. Some people suggested shaving the head and growing a beard or getting a partial hairpiece instead of attempting to treat it.

      community Terrible scalp itch and hair loss

      in Satire  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.

      community 1 year 3 months finasteride and back to the drawing board..

      in Update  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year, which improved their hairline but not the crown area. They are considering alternatives like hair fibers, derma stamping, or possibly minoxidil, while avoiding topicals due to their work environment.

      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community Dutasteride (.5mg) is some strong stuff!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  53 upvotes 4 years ago
      User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.

      community Dermarolling is a bit sad innit?

      in Microneedling  232 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include dermarolling, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Some users find dermarolling sad, while others mention the complexity of biological systems and limited research funding for hair loss.

      community How much dht does Nizoral shampoo block?

      in Ketoconazole  101 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

      community Success without fin/dut??? Anyone? Please help :(

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, including topical treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, and dutasteride. Users also mention other options like alfatradiol, topical caffeine, and mesotherapy, while expressing concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community I don't feel like I'm decaying anymore

      in Update  78 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, noting improvements in hair thickness and confidence. They also mentioned using a dermaroller and managing side effects, while others in the conversation shared similar experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

      community Fin alternative? (27M) Norwood 3

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing hair loss at Norwood 3 level has tried minoxidil and finasteride but stopped finasteride due to side effects. He is exploring alternatives like Dermapen, Regenepure DR Shampoo, saw palmetto, and considering aromatase inhibitors for managing side effects, while also seeking advice on DHT blockers.

      community Any success at regrowth without the big3?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Some users report minor hair regrowth using natural treatments like peppermint oil, dermarolling, and lifestyle changes, but results are limited. Others find more success with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral, while some remain skeptical of natural methods.

      community Have been dealing with hair loss and the emotional turmoil that comes with it for about a decade now. Figured with this pandemic and having to stay indoors it would be a great time to buzz it all of and embrace it. Glad I took the plunge after many years of wanting to but never having the guts!

      in Shaved/buzzed  1008 upvotes 6 years ago
      Embracing the decision to buzz one's hair due to dealing with hair loss, and discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and rogaine. People have shared supportive comments and advice on how to style a bald head.

      community My "natural" hair care regimen--will keep updates

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing mild hair loss and is using a regimen including scalp brushing, dermarolling, topical minoxidil, caffeine, melatonin, and a DHT-blocking shampoo. Another person shares their struggle with hair loss due to drug use and plans to start finasteride while trying to quit drugs.

      community My Minox Before/After & Restarting Treatment

       9 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user initially had success with Minoxidil for hair loss but stopped due to life changes, resulting in hair loss returning. They plan to restart treatment with Minoxidil, add Nizoral, dermarolling, and supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol, while avoiding pharmaceutical drugs.

      community It's crazy how it's 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren't even effective for many people.

       133 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.

      community About to hop on Fin

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 25-year-old is starting finasteride to address hair loss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, including initial shedding and side effects, while offering advice and support.

      community [21 M] - 2.5 Year Progress Report

       11 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 21-year-old man shared his 2.5-year experience with hair loss treatments, including 1mg Propecia (finasteride) nightly, 12.5% Minoxidil once daily, 2% Nizoral shampoo 2-4 times a week, and later 5% Minoxidil once daily. He experienced minor side effects like watery semen and itchy scalp, and while he's seen fluctuations in hair growth, he's generally happy with the results and is considering experimental treatments like CB-03-01 and RU58841.

      community 4 months progress - fin/min/keto/biotin

      in Minoxidil  899 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using a 4-in-1 topical treatment from Hims, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin, over four months. The user reported increased body and beard hair, skin changes, and no negative sexual side effects, while others noted the rapid and impressive results as atypical.

      community Is this retrograde alopecia ??

      in Chat  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst man

      in Chat  248 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.

      community 2 months of topical minoxidil (5%) use and there is a shadow now!

      in Transgender  192 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.

      community I think treatment is really working

      in Progress Pictures  672 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 28-year-old man shares his positive experience with a 3-in-1 oral pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins for hair loss, noting decreased bald spot width and overall hair thickening after four months. He encourages others to start treatment, mentioning the mental benefits and minimal side effects, while discussing additional treatments like ketoconazole and microneedling.

      community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

      in Research/Science  263 upvotes 11 months ago
      A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.