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Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

A 21-year-old shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using finasteride (1mg daily) for 4 months and minoxidil (topical, 1ml daily) for 6 months, with no significant side effects. The user experienced initial shedding but now reports no hair loss when running fingers through hair.

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hair loss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.

Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

A user reported significant hair improvement after one month of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Others expressed skepticism, attributing perceived changes to lighting and styling, and debated the effectiveness and risks of these treatments.

Concerns about a potential ban on finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects, with users advocating for continued access and informed choice. Alternative treatments like pyrilutamide are also mentioned.

Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

A user traveled to Turkey to buy 72 packages of Dutasteride for a year-long supply and successfully brought them back home. They plan to use 2.5mg of Dutasteride daily along with RU58841 for hair loss.

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. Non-effective approaches include oils, shampoos, serums, laser therapies, massages, vitamins, and microneedling.

Finasteride and dutasteride are essential for stopping hair loss, while natural remedies are ineffective. Minoxidil can be added if needed, but blocking DHT is crucial.

The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.

Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.

Finasteride and Dutasteride can be obtained cheaply through Amazon One Medical with an Rx Pass subscription for $20/year. Users discuss various options and costs for hair loss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

The conversation discusses the possibility of transplanting leg and arm hair to the scalp for hair loss treatment. Minoxidil is mentioned as a potential aid for hair growth, but concerns about the effectiveness and appearance of body hair on the head are raised.

Users discuss aggressive promotion of Koshine 826, suspecting Kintor employees are behind it. Concerns are raised about its effectiveness, with some preferring alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil.

A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.

A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.

Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

User shared a 2-year progress update on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil for ease of use and showed significant improvement.

A sugar gel containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose has shown promising hair regrowth results in mice, comparable to Minoxidil. Users are discussing the potential to buy and try this compound themselves.

User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

A user shared their positive experience with the Omnilux Red Light mask for skin and potential hair benefits, while also using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend the mask for those interested in skincare and red light therapy, despite being unsure of its effectiveness for hair growth.

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.

A user convinced their 45-year-old dad to use minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in significant hair regrowth. The dad now uses 1mg of finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day, and has also started using 1% ketoconazole shampoo.