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GlossaryAcanthosis

thickening of skin's outer layer, often with dark patches

Acanthosis refers to the thickening of the skin's outer layer, often characterized by dark, velvety patches, typically found in body folds like the neck, armpits, and groin. This condition is commonly associated with insulin resistance, obesity, and certain hormonal disorders, and can be a marker for underlying health issues such as type 2 diabetes.

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community Progress: 0.5mg finasteride + 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 431 upvotes 1 year ago

This user uses a combination of finasteride and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss, and reports that the treatment has had an impact on his growth without any major side effects. He also shares advice on how to obtain the necessary medications in certain countries.

community 6 months on dutasteride, hair growth. this stuff really works! Last pic is start of my journey. Hair is all the way up

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 67 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who has had success with using Dutasteride to regrow their hair after previously having results with Finasteride, with others questioning the switch and asking about potential side effects.

community see how easy it is to fake hair growth? i could say this is from 12 weeks of using fin and this community would believe it but in reality they are taken just minutes from each other with proper combing. Don’t be too quick in believing.

in Progress Pictures 460 upvotes 1 year ago

How easy it is to fake hair growth, and the skepticism of progress pictures on the subreddit. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Toppik/Hair Fibers, Dermmatch and a hair transplant.

community Cigarette smokers had increased serum levels of DHT 14% higher than non smokers.

in Chat 82 upvotes 1 year ago

The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hair loss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hair loss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hair loss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.

community 14 Month Update on Finasteride and Minoxidil. 5 months of weekly micro-needling. Keep the faith!

in Progress Pictures 1707 upvotes 2 years ago

This user "ateaninja" has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 14 months along with weekly micro-needling for the last 5 months to treat hair loss. They also have a trusted barber to make their existing hair look fuller.

community 19 Years Old, Progress pics of 7.5 months on topical fin/min and 3 months of Microneedling

in Progress Pictures 420 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old's progress after 7.5 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, as well as 3 months of microneedling, to treat hair loss. The user has experienced positive results from the treatment and expressed gratitude for the support they have received throughout their journey.

community Another update. Almost a year on Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil, after several years on finasteride and topical minoxidil. I’m fairly certain my hair is objectively worse than it was 5 months ago.

in Update 59 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride; potential side effects; and the potential of using anti-androgens or microneedling.

community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.

community March 22 – jan 23 fin 1mg minoxidil 5% every few days . 22 male .

in Update 614 upvotes 1 year ago

Jamesdunn8811 has been using a combination of finasteride and minoxidil to treat his hair loss over the past four months, with successful results. He has experienced no side effects and noticed increased thickness and baby hairs growing in both temples.

community Anyone else’s beard took a huge hit on finasteride or dutasteride? Would minoxidl hepl?

in Progress Pictures 105 upvotes 1 year ago

The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.

community A Year of 1mg Fin + 2% Keto shampoo 2x a week

in Progress Pictures 296 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who has had success with 1 mg of finasteride and 2% keto shampoo used twice weekly, as well as other treatments such as oral minoxidil, spiro, and RU58841 potentially being considered in the future for further hair growth.

community First year progress: oral fin/topical min

in Progress Pictures 408 upvotes 1 year ago

Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.

community Is topical Minoxidil not meant for frontal baldness?

in Minoxidil 93 upvotes 1 year ago

The effectiveness of topical Minoxidil for frontal baldness and the differences between brands. Suggestions are made to use Finasteride and RU58841 in combination with Minoxidil to help treat hair loss.

community Could you tell this is a hair system?

in Technology 307 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who was losing their hair and found an effective solution; they asked for opinions on it and discussed treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, as well as SMP.

community It’s over. NOTHING has worked.

in Chat 95 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.

community 2 year progress on fin, min, ru, dermarolling, nizoral. Experienced low libido. AMA

in Progress Pictures 74 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with treating their hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and nizoral; specifically discussing dosage levels of the medications and effects on libido.

community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

community What kind of hair transplant did Machine Gun Kelly undergo?

in Transplants 402 upvotes 2 years ago

Machine Gun Kelly's hair transplant, which was a combination of FUT and FUE techniques, with Minoxidil and Finasteride also used for treatment.

community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

in Update 102 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.