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      community Listen to anyone besides your Mom while fighting hair-loss

      in Satire  464 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.

      community Feeling really down and hair loss is slowly destroying me

      in Chat  83 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a person struggling with aggressive hair loss and feeling depressed, who has tried finasteride but is experiencing sexual side effects. Others suggest various treatments like reducing finasteride dosage, trying minoxidil, dermarolling, addressing health and hormonal issues, and accepting baldness.

      community 5 month Progress (18m)

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old shares a 5-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral, biotin, and fish oil. The user discusses the effectiveness of finasteride over time and considers continuing the regimen despite suggestions to simplify it.

      community Finasteride: Week 1 Update

      in Update  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started taking finasteride alongside minoxidil, zinc, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to combat hair loss, reporting minor side effects and decreased shedding after one week. They plan to increase the finasteride dosage if side effects remain minimal.

      community 4.5 months of microneedling – progress

      in Microneedling  300 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hair growth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.

      community DUT/FIN FOR 20YR OLD + PERSONAL STORY

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing severe hair loss and is considering using dutasteride and finasteride, worried about potential side effects. They feel depressed and isolated due to hair loss, and are exploring options like hair transplants and hair systems but are hesitant about faking it.

      community losing hair as a female 17-18 years old feels terrible

      in Female  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hair loss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.

      community Dutasteride Mega Guide – Better Than Finasteride?

      in Finasteride  88 upvotes 6 years ago
      The potential risks and benefits of using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment, compared to using Finasteride or other treatments like RU58841 or Accutane. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments and shared advice on how to proceed.

      community An updated, simple guide to the most effective hair loss treatments

       193 upvotes 6 years ago
      Effective treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.

      community Natural methods of reversing MPB

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses natural methods for addressing male pattern baldness, with the original poster using a plant-based diet, herbs, scalp massages, pumpkin seed oil, and dermapen treatments, while avoiding pharmaceuticals like minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about side effects. Other users suggest that pharmaceuticals like finasteride may be necessary for significant hair loss, but the original poster remains committed to natural approaches.

      community Ashton Kutcher talking about Avodart/Dutasteride on national television

       109 upvotes 6 years ago
      How actor Ashton Kutcher used Dutasteride (Avodart) to treat his hair loss at age 25, but stopped taking it due to potential side effects when he wanted to have kids; and the discussion of various treatments for hair loss such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community There are two philosophies here...choose what makes you feel best.

       51 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss approaches: 1) using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, vitamins, and transplants, or 2) accepting hair loss, trying minimal treatments, and shaving head. Users share experiences and preferences between options.

      community Concealers are you friend

      in Advice  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      User discusses hair loss and treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Concealers like dermamatch help improve appearance of hair thickness.

      community It's just ironic..

       31 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 16-year-old is experiencing severe hair thinning and wants to start finasteride but is advised to wait until at least 20. In the meantime, minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.

      community Thoughts on Finasteride and Sexual Side Effects

      in Finasteride  51 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user discusses starting finasteride for hair loss despite concerns about potential sexual side effects, emphasizing the psychological factors involved. Other users share mixed experiences, with some reporting no side effects and others experiencing issues.

      community Worried about creatine hair loss, is this a solid approach??

      in Advice  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Creatine may contribute to hair loss, and users suggest avoiding it or using DHT blockers like Saw Palmetto and green tea. Some users report personal experiences of hair loss after starting creatine, while others advise focusing on consistent exercise instead.

      community Norwood 1 to 3 is normal, and NOT balding

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      Norwood 1-3 hair loss is considered normal in Russia and not balding. Using finasteride for Norwood 1-3 is seen as unnecessary and risky.

      community I'm regrowing my hair while being on the harshest steroids

       11 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.

      community Losing my hair has become the best thing that ever happened to me!

       99 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their journey of improving their overall appearance and health after starting to lose hair at 21, which led them to adopt a healthier lifestyle, including better dental hygiene, dieting, and exercise. They used biotin, Rogaine, and finasteride to combat hair loss and emphasized self-improvement despite the possibility of still losing hair.

      community 21 M Planning trip to Turkey for FUE

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old is considering a hair transplant in Turkey due to aggressive hair loss and scalp psoriasis, but is advised to try finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year to stabilize hair loss before proceeding. The user is concerned about side effects but plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly start finasteride.

      community Marijuana and hair loss?

       6 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential impact of marijuana on hair loss, with some users suggesting it may worsen hair loss due to hormonal changes, while others believe it might alter perception rather than cause actual thinning. The original poster uses Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) for treatment and is considering quitting marijuana to see if it affects hair health.

      community Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole 1 year update

       16 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user used finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss prevention. After one year, there was no noticeable hair regrowth, but no further hair loss occurred.