Wish me luck 5/28/2018
The post discusses starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, along with plans for a hair transplant. The user also mentions dealing with severe acne, depression, and other health issues.
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The user shaved their head and is using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, expressing confidence in the process despite challenges. They are considering additional treatments like microneedling and are open to trying different looks, including facial hair growth.
community 20M Losing/lost hope, have tried everything
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.
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Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.
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Many delay hair loss treatment due to lack of awareness, denial, or fear of side effects. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil (oral and topical), and hair transplants are discussed, with mixed results and concerns about side effects.
community On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.
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