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      community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hair loss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.

      community Cold showers = healthier scalp?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      Cold showers may improve scalp health for some, reducing itchiness and dandruff, but may increase dandruff for others while improving hair texture. Individual experiences with cold showers and scalp health vary.

      community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

      in Research/Science  119 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.

      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      community MinoxiBoost - SULT1A1 Enzyme booster journey

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has tried topical Minoxidil and oral Minoxidil for beard and scalp hair growth with minimal results, and has been on Finasteride for 7 months with stabilized scalp hair but no facial hair improvement. They are considering using a SULT1A1 enzyme booster to enhance results and are questioning its effectiveness without concurrent topical Minoxidil application.

      community October 2023 - February 2024 progress

      in Progress Pictures  281 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared a four-month hair growth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and Hims thick fix shampoo every other day. Replies include comments on photo quality and lighting, a joke about the frequency of Hims product mentions, and the original poster humorously wishing for a Hims sponsorship.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.

      community Have Kirkland changed their packaging?

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user ordered minoxidil online and noticed different packaging, seeking confirmation if it's genuine. Another user confirmed the packaging update, noting it looks the same in both the EU and US.

      community Just started my third month of fin min

      in Treatment  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user, aged 32, is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Vitamin D3, and magnesium. They shave their head, condition daily, and wash their hair every three weeks.

      community What to take from the Actifolic?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering starting Minoxidil and is looking for a topical solution to combine with it. They are confused about which product to prioritize among options like RU58841, Pyrilutamide, FinaTopic, and DutaTopic.

      community Verteporfin Update with Dr Blake Bloxham

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses Dr. Blake Bloxham's experiment with Verteporfin for hair loss, with one person suggesting more doctors should try it as it seems beneficial. Another comment notes that results at 4-5 months were not very impressive.

      community Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)

      in Female  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.

      community 24 months on from Hair Transplant ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

      in Transplants  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared before and after photos 24 months after a hair transplant, but others accused the photos of being fake and airbrushed. One user mentioned that having a beard hair transplant with androgenetic alopecia is a bad idea.

      community My baby is NOT balding! Update

      in Satire  222 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user claimed to cure their baby's baldness by using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermarolling, scalp massages, and headstands to increase blood flow. Commenters responded with humor, suggesting various exercises and questioning the legitimacy of the transformation.

      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community Dutasteride 1 year regression. Depressing. (With pictures for proof)

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.

      community 7 month progress on topical fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 7 months of using topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo, the user believes they are seeing hair regrowth. They are seeking further advice to improve their results, excluding hair transplant options.

      community Verterporfin combined with hairline lowering?

      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin might be a potential cure for hair loss and could heal scars, which may lead to natural-looking results when combined with hairline lowering surgery. One person suggests waiting to see if verteporfin actually works as claimed.

      community 35 MtF | 16 Months | Minoxidil + Dutasteride + Microneedling + Exosomes. Note that since I'm early in my transition (and I was coming from a bald state), I still have short hair. Very few MtF progress pictures here, I figure this might help some of you.

      in Transgender  127 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old transitioning female (MtF) shared her hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Microneedling, and Exosomes, starting from a bald state. Commenters discussed the impressive results, skin care routine, and the effects of estrogen on hair and skin.

      community February 2023 to December 2023

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user used Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5 daily from February to December 2023, resulting in thicker hair without much change to the hairline. Brand and shedding were discussed, but no specific brand was mentioned, and no answer was given about shedding.

      community Chris Bumstead Hair Tansplant at Now Hair Time

      in Transplants  477 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chris Bumstead got a hair transplant at Now Hair Time, and the discussion focuses on why he chose a less reputable clinic despite having the means for a better one, with some suggesting it was for financial gain. The conversation also touches on concerns about the naturalness of the hairline and the potential impact of his steroid use on the transplant's success.