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      community Can aromatase inhibitors make dutasteride/finasteride useless?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibitors with dutasteride or finasteride for hair loss, which can prevent testosterone from turning into estrogen but may lead to increased DHT and potentially make finasteride less effective. There's concern about proper dosing and side effects like gynecomastia and emotional changes.

      community My Hair System Journey, Part 4

       18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shares their experience with a hair system, noting no one noticed the change except their girlfriend. They discuss the learning curve, maintenance tips, and their satisfaction with the results, feeling more confident and optimistic.

      community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

      in Transplants  28 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.

      community Nizoral..very happy with what it has done!

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes 11 months ago
      Nizoral shampoo significantly reduced hair fall and improved hair thickness for a user, but initially caused dryness which was remedied by using conditioner. The user is satisfied with the results from Nizoral.

      community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.

      community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

      community Breezula CB-03-01

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a potential new hair loss treatment called Breezula CB-03-01. Users are discussing updates on its development and sharing personal experiences with making or using it.

      community Does dutasteride stop hair loss forever?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride can significantly slow or halt hair loss, with some users experiencing regrowth, but results vary. Lifestyle factors and individual genetic predispositions also play a role in hair loss outcomes.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Just had this wild thought come into my head.

      in Satire  403 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.

      community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.

      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  105 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community 2 months and a half on min + fin

      in Progress Pictures  155 upvotes 17 hours ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nizoral shampoo for almost three months, along with supplements like biotin and vitamin D3, and reports noticeable hair regrowth without side effects. They aim to have more hair for a wedding in June and are considering using hair fibers for temporary enhancement.

      community 2 months on Oral Fin / Topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil on the hairline, a dermaroller weekly, Alpecin Caffeine shampoo daily, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly. The hairline appears to be improving after two months.

      community 2.5 years (August 2022 to today).

      in Progress Pictures  1908 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A mid-50s Hispanic male uses a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, microneedling, a laser cap, and biotin to address hair loss, with noticeable progress over 2.5 years. He experiences some side effects but continues the routine, attributing improvements to these treatments.