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      community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 6 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 biotin leads to acne and sebum on scalp ??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

      community Dutasteride 16 weeks in (losing small hairs only)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.

      community 15 years of finasteride/minoxidil

      in Update  194 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.

      community I bought a microscope, how does my scalp/hairs look? I've been suffering diffuse thinning and hair loss after covid and never recovered (2 yrs ago) I eat healthy, in shape and workout.

      in Progress Pictures  86 upvotes 8 months ago
      A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.

      community M46 - 3 week progress on HIMS serum

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 46-year-old male shared his 3-week progress using HIMS serum with Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6%, showing improvement without noticeable shedding. His routine includes vitamins, a healthy diet, and specific hair care practices like microneedling and using caffeine solution.

      community [M21] (Month 0) Starting my FIN/MIN journey

      in Progress Pictures  26 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is starting treatment for hair loss with 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam twice a day, along with other hair care products and supplements. He plans to document his progress monthly and is concerned about potential side effects from Finasteride.

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

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 9 months 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.

      community Wild claims from a snake oil manufacturer

      in Product  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      The post criticizes a company falsely claiming finasteride and minoxidil are ineffective after 6-8 months to sell their expensive, ineffective shampoo. The recommended treatments for hair loss are finasteride, minoxidil, low dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Derek from More Plates More Dates endorsed this duo

      in Ketoconazole  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user trying a shampoo and conditioner recommended by Derek from More Plates More Dates to slow down hair loss. The products contain Ketoconazole, pumpkin seed oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and biotin, and the user is satisfied with the results so far.

      community Anyone ever try this product? If yes, how it goes?

      in Product 1 year ago
      A hair loss product containing ingredients like saw palmetto, biotin, vitamin D, and others, which claims to promote healthy hair growth and support men's health. However, user reviews are mixed, with some experiencing side effects like mood swings and nausea, and others questioning its effectiveness compared to a simple multivitamin.

      community First time using hair fibers until the Rogaine kicks in.

      in Product  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user trying hair fibers to cover hair loss while waiting for Rogaine (Minoxidil) to work. Some suggest using Finasteride or other treatments for better results, while others criticize the appearance of the fibers.

      community DIY do it yourself prp, meso and other crazy procedures.

      in Technology  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses DIY cosmetic procedures like PRP, mesotherapy, and micro-needling, with some users experimenting with Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss. It highlights a community of mostly older women performing these treatments themselves.

      community 1 year later, min 2ml daily, fin 1mg to 0.5 daily + microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Salt_Ad6339, shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year, along with microneedling. However, they also mention experiencing chest/nipple pain and suspect it may be a side effect of finasteride. They decide to stop using it for now and see if minoxidil alone can maintain their hair. Other users in the conversation discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and suggest using an aromatase inhibitor to counteract them.

      community 40 years old. 5 months progress. New hair coming in daily.

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "mynameisbogus" shared their hair loss progress using various treatments including Dutasteride, RU, oral minoxidil, topical treatments, microneedling, dermastamping, rosemary oil, and scalp massaging. Other users commented on the extensive regimen and expressed their opinions.

      community What do we actually know about HMI-115?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.

      community Regimen update - Added oral Minox and RU

      in Is this regrowth?  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user updated their hair loss treatment to include daily dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride with minoxidil and tretinoin, and RU58841. Commenters feel the extensive treatment is unnecessary for the user's level of hair loss.

      community Finally Seeing Real Progress on Crown

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user began using topical minoxidil in 2020 without regrowth, then added 0.5mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride most days, and weekly micro needling since December 2022. They also use peppermint-infused jojoba oil for hair health and have noticed less gray hair.

      community Betnovate Scalp for hair loss?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A dermatologist prescribed Betnovate scalp, a corticosteroid, for a 21-year-old male's hair loss due to DHT. The individual is considering using Nizoral shampoo, topical finasteride, a derma roller, and minoxidil, but is unsure about the effectiveness of two other products suggested by the dermatologist.