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      community 7 months progress. fin 1.25 mg, oral min 2.5 mg, keto shampoo, micro-needling once per month. M/32

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared a 7-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride 1.25 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, ketoconazole shampoo, and monthly micro-needling, noting denser hair and improved quality but no significant regrowth. They experienced mild testicular discomfort and heart palpitations, considering switching to topical minoxidil to avoid side effects.

      community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset

      in Update  153 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.

      community 15-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm Roller.

      in Progress Pictures  316 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared a 15-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride (0.5mg/day), Minoxidil (5% foam twice daily), Nizoral (1% every 3 days), and a 1.5mm derma roller (twice a month), along with a multivitamin, exercise, low sugar diet, hydration, and consistent sleep. They started seeing results after 6-9 months, with significant improvement at the 1-year mark, and apply Minoxidil the day after derma rolling.

      community 6 months hair update on Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 10 months ago
      After six months of using topical minoxidil once daily and oral finasteride every three days, the user saw improvement in hair thickness, particularly at the crown, and some new hair growth at the hairline. They also used a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly, which they believe contributed to their progress.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  253 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community 3 month progress (23M) on Fin, Min, Redensyl and Derma roller

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, Redensyl, and a derma roller, along with vitamin and biotin supplements. They have seen significant improvement and regained confidence, despite initially losing hair due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness.

      community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 11 months ago
      Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.

      community M35 - Oral fin 0.4mg, Mix 1.0mg - 3 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  249 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man, 35, shows 3-month hair regrowth progress using 0.4mg oral finasteride, 1.0mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil once daily, weekly dermastamping at 1.5mm, and ketoconazole shampoo. He experienced initial worsening, has no side effects, and received positive feedback on his early results.

      community 3 months min 5 % hairline is progressing

      in Progress Pictures  93 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the user's hair loss treatment involving daily use of 5% minoxidil, rosemary oil 2-3 times a week, derma-rolling twice a week, and daily vitamin D. A reply suggests the user to start using finasteride before hair falls out.

      community Can dutasteride keep RU or Pyrilutamide gains?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether hair gained from using Pyrilutamide or RU58841 can be maintained with dutasteride if the former treatments are discontinued. The user prefers oral minoxidil for its effectiveness and convenience over topical applications.

      community Topical melatonin instead of fin

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old man has been using topical melatonin for a year to slow hair loss and it appears to be effective. He's seeking alternatives to finasteride due to potential side effects, and is interested in understanding how melatonin works to prevent hair shedding.

      community Opinions on current hair loss stack and recommendations for HT?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old man is seeking advice on his current hair loss treatment, which includes 0.5mg Dutasteride daily, 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil daily, and daily low-level light laser therapy, as he's not seen improvement recently. He's also considering a hair transplant in South Korea at age 25 and is asking for opinions on this plan.

      community opinions on my progress and thickening and regrowth pls

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hair loss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.

      community Is there a big difference between name brand and cheaper hair fibres?

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is comparing the effectiveness and ingredients of name-brand hair fibers (Nanogen) versus cheaper generic options found on eBay. They are concerned about the presence of sodium chloride in the generic product and seek opinions on whether there is a significant difference in quality.

      community 6 years post transplant.. NO meds

      in Transplants  779 upvotes 1 year ago
      User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant and starting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.

      community Follicum releases some data from previous phase 2a trial

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.

      community DUT Risk profile for having kids?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment including oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Finasteride, and is considering adding Dutasteride but is concerned about the potential side effects and risks regarding fertility. A reply suggests that having children while on these medications should be fine, advising to avoid letting the partner come into contact with the drugs.