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      community Should i cut all of my hair?

      in General  118 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing daily hair loss and is considering trimming their hair to manage scalp cleanliness due to excessive sweating. They are seeking advice on how much to cut, preferring a short style similar to a classic military haircut.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 month ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community Do i keep “trusting the process”?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user on finasteride for 7 months is experiencing increased hair loss and is considering adding dutasteride or minoxidil to their regimen. They are seeking advice on whether to switch treatments or continue their current plan.

      community 46 Days Results: Oral Fin + Oral Min + Ketoconazole Shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 46-day progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noting significant improvement and no major side effects. They advised ensuring dermatologists understand diffuse thinning and expressed disappointment with their initial dermatologist's recommendations.

      community 4 Weeks - Oral Minoxidil & Dutasteride. Minor changes.

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial side effects like minor sickness and reduced sexual desire. The user is surprised by the early results and plans to continue the treatment, also using Nizoral shampoo.

      community 18 months of oral Minoxidil, 5 months of Finasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  1151 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months and Finasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.

      community 1.7 years on topical minoxidil and finesteride

      in Update  27 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced positive results with hair growth using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling and biotin gummies. Noticeable results appeared after 3 months, with stabilization around 1 year.

      community What is the consensus on RU58841 powder vs topical?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering using RU58841 and pyrilutamide for hair loss, debating between powder and topical forms, and is currently using a combination of dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and supplements. They report no significant side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, and are seeing some hair growth, but not on the scalp.

      community Is washing hair every other day with keto bad?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis is generally fine, but opinions vary on frequency, with some suggesting every other day and others less often. Proper scalp cleaning is emphasized to prevent itching and burning.

      community 3 months on 1MG Finasteride Only

      in Is this regrowth?  462 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, without any side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to dizziness and shared that finasteride is easily obtainable through a doctor or online services.

      community One year progress - (Fin only)

      in Progress Pictures  199 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year of using finasteride, despite initial side effects, and considered adding oral minoxidil. They also noted the positive impact of vitamin D on hair thickness.

      community Needling project, I'm needling half of my head

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A person is experimenting with microneedling on one temple while using Minoxidil to address hair loss. They plan to needle weekly and apply Minoxidil twice daily, avoiding application around needling sessions.

      community Update on the ol' crown (oral min/fin)

      in Progress Pictures  1006 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride daily leads to significant hair regrowth without side effects, especially at the crown. Consistency is crucial, and some users consider additional methods like derma rolling.

      community Got my bloodwork results, need guidance!

      in Update  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      An 18-year-old male with hair loss is considering starting finasteride but is concerned about potential side effects like gynecomastia due to his prolactin levels. He seeks guidance on whether his bloodwork indicates it's safe to begin treatment.

      community Is 2.5 mg of dut even worth it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 months ago
      Higher doses of dutasteride, like 2.5 mg, may offer more hair growth than 0.5 mg, but the difference is not significant for most people. Many users find 0.5 mg effective, and increasing the dose is often unnecessary unless experiencing severe hair loss.

      community March 30 first photo yesterday other 2 pics 19 year old

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment six months ago, with some improvement in mental health and manageable side effects. They are considering switching minoxidil brands due to dissatisfaction and are focusing on stress management and lifestyle changes to improve scalp health.

      community 3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o

      in Is this regrowth?  451 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs

      in Is this regrowth?  74 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.