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      community 7 years finasteride + 2 year dutasteride - Experience

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 35-year-old started finasteride in 2014 for hair loss and maintained hair density for 7 years, occasionally using ketoconazole shampoo. Switched to dutasteride in 2022 due to increased hair fall, experimented with dosages, and found a combination with tamsulosin effective despite initial adverse reactions.

      community How does finasteride leave your body?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.

      community I'm regrowing my hair while being on the harshest steroids

       10 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.

      community I'm looking for treatment non-responders

      in Chat  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 but continues to experience hair loss. They seek advice on why the treatments aren't working and if others have had similar experiences.

      community Somebody has gotta try this- HMI-115 reference anti-body

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The potential of using a specific antibody, HMI-115, as a treatment for hair loss alongside traditional treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride. The user suggests trying either a 240 mg or 30 mg dose to see if it works.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  81 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community Should I start Fin with these blood tests?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting blood tests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community Depressed that topical dut+min is causing unwanted hair everywhere on my face. Is there anything can I do?

      in Minoxidil  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing excessive hair growth on their body due to using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. The suggested solutions are shaving off the excess hair or considering laser epilation. It is mentioned that dutasteride does not cause extra hair growth, while minoxidil can stimulate hair growth in unintended areas. The user is advised to lower the dosage, concentration, or frequency of use and only apply the treatment to the desired areas.

      community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

      in Treatment  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

      community My experience with Pyrilutamide

      in Update  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced a slight decrease in hair shedding and scalp itch, and reduced sebum production using Pyrilutamide, but stopped due to chest pain, breathing difficulties, and heart issues. They felt normal a week after discontinuing and doubted FDA approval for the drug.

      community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 7 months ago
      User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

      community Going to try the theory posted here for the next 3-6 months

      in Treatment  191 upvotes 3 years ago
      User xEternex tries hair regrowth with daily broccoli sprouts, apple extract containing procyanidin b2, and microneedling. Others discuss potential issues with the experiment and share their experiences with vegetable consumption and hair growth.

      community Oral Castor Oil Experiment Day #1

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experimenting with taking 1-1.5ml of pure castor oil orally daily as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth. They aim to find a safer option that promotes overall body and head hair growth without the side effects of minoxidil.

      community 5mg oral minoxidil + 100mg Spironolactone

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures using 5mg oral minoxidil and 100mg spironolactone, noting increased body hair and faster nail growth. Another user humorously suggested a new sub for people with similar experiences.

      community 1 week with Finasteride; experiences so far

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 30-year-old man has been using Minoxidil for years with limited success and recently started Finasteride, experiencing minor side effects but hoping for regrowth. Other users suggest not overthinking, considering a buzz cut, and being patient for results.

      community Combining all your topicals into one

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes applying various topical solutions and taking oral medication. They are mixing their topical treatments to save time but are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatments when combined and stored.

      community Fin/dut increase in estrogen and autoimmune diseases

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the link between increased estrogen and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on avoiding soy and milk. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community My 12-step program for hair-regrowth

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male shares his 12-step hair regrowth routine, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT, dermarolling, various shampoos, supplements, and a healthy diet. He seeks advice on microneedling frequency and mentions experiencing lowered libido and occasional scalp inflammation.

      community No such thing as too much minoxidil

      in Satire 2 years ago
      This conversation is discussing the use of minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with humorous comments thrown in. People are also suggesting drinking minoxidil as a remedy for baldness.

      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

      community is it possible of this change in like.. a month???

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed significant hair improvement in a month after stopping caffeine and regularly using minoxidil and a 0.05% finasteride with 6% minoxidil topical solution. They question if the changes are due to the end of shedding and the start of new growth.