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      community Guys. GUYS. Calm the hell down and listen.

      in Chat  440 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Balding's emotional impact is discussed, highlighting self-acceptance and well-being. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are mentioned, but the focus is on self-care and maintaining perspective.

      community An Update After 7 Years of Finasterise

      in Progress Pictures  126 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their positive experience with finasteride for hair loss over seven years, noting it stopped hair recession and maintained their hairline. They also mentioned using minoxidil irregularly and experiencing a lower sperm count but no erectile dysfunction.

      community One and a half year on meds (fin/dut, minox)

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride to prevent hair loss, despite not showing significant balding. Many commenters believe the treatment is excessive, while some support early prevention.

      community Exploring all options - Scalp tension theory

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

      community Fin year 1 vs year 4. Am I losing ground?

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.

      community Finasteyd topical 0.025% minoxidil and caffeine action

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user "OP" uses a combination of topical minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.025%, and caffeine to combat hair loss, with noticeable results over 5-6 months. Side effects include unwanted body hair growth and an itchy scalp, but no significant sexual side effects.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  172 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community Before, and my last 3 hair styles over 2 years. (Hair system)

      in Hair Systems  533 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using finasteride and minoxidil without satisfactory results, and later switching to hair systems, which they plan to use indefinitely. The user and others discussed the positive reactions, maintenance, and normalization of hair systems for men.

      community [26M] 3.5 year update. Fin+Min

      in Progress Pictures  3399 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using finasteride and minoxidil, showing significant hair density improvement and no noticeable side effects. The user also mentioned the confidence boost from shaving their head and the positive impact of the treatments.

      community NootBro Recommendations… How Do We Feel

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically a stack including topical Ashwagandha, Copper Peptide, Gotu Kola, Ketoconazole, and PDA. One user found Topical and Sub-Q GHK-CU effective.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community Correct way to microneedling, with existent hair

      in Microneedling  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses the correct method of microneedling for hair loss, questioning whether it should be done on areas with long hair without risking hair damage, and if it's necessary for improving blood flow to existing hair. No specific treatments were mentioned.

      community Do I get a hair transplant at 22?

      in Transplants  11 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 7 months ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  971 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community 7 years minoxidil user. Is this the Time for HT ?

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old has used minoxidil for 7 years, finasteride for 2 years, oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 3 months, and also tried microneedling and nizoral. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about being a good candidate due to potential retrograde alopecia.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.