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      community Got my tretinoin .025% script. Will keep you boys updated.

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using tretinoin with topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, despite previous non-response to minoxidil and concerns about oral minoxidil's heart risks. The user is also on dutasteride and is considering a hair transplant if other options fail.

      community Update after 15 years on finasteride and 4 on dutasteride

       210 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 55-year-old male has been managing hair loss with finasteride for 15 years and switched to dutasteride in 2022 due to thinning. He also uses minoxidil, PRP treatments, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering a shorter hairstyle for more volume.

      community Effect of Accutane(acne medication) on hair?

       11 upvotes 1 week ago
      Accutane can cause hair thinning in some users, with effects varying from no change to permanent hair loss. Some users reported improvements in hair and skin with treatments like Finasteride, while others experienced severe side effects, including mental health issues.

      community I think I responded better to finasteride

       46 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride helped regrow hair, but switching to dutasteride led to shedding and no progress. Many users experienced better results with finasteride compared to dutasteride.

      community Switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride

       10 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with users sharing experiences of shedding and gradual transition methods. Some users report continued shedding, while others are hopeful for thicker hair after the switch.

      community My dermatologist told me to hop on 7.5mg minoxidil !?

       19 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user is considering increasing their oral minoxidil dose to 7.5mg and switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Opinions vary, with some advising against high minoxidil doses due to potential heart risks and others suggesting microneedling or topical RU58841 as alternatives.

      community Switched from finasteride to dut

       22 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride 0.5 mg daily due to worsening hair loss and is seeking opinions on any noticeable regrowth or improvement. Some users suggest there might be more thick hairs, while others find it hard to compare due to different photo angles.

      community How to transition from Fin to DUT?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user switched from oral finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride, seeing improvements in hair growth. Most users suggest continuing with dutasteride and possibly phasing out finasteride, as dutasteride is a stronger DHT blocker.

      community Thinking of switching back from finasteride to dutasteride

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after initially seeing improved hair density with finasteride, but experienced worsened hair loss and shedding with dutasteride. They are considering switching back to finasteride due to these issues.

      community Before and after female hair loss

       72 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP has been using spironolactone and minoxidil for 3 years with slow hair growth results, possibly affected by vaping. Users suggest adding microneedling, hair serum, dietary changes, and checking spironolactone dosage for better results.

      community Shedding on dut: inevitable or preventable?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Shedding during the transition from finasteride to dutasteride is common and often unavoidable, but it usually leads to stronger hair growth. Maintaining the treatment without changes and being patient is advised, as the shedding is part of the process.

      community Breaking news, new method to prevent hair loss

       1496 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses unconventional and satirical methods for preventing hair loss, such as using coffee and mayonnaise on the scalp. It mentions caffeine as a DHT blocker and jokes about various coffee-related treatments.

      community Questions for long term topical minoxidil users from a newbie

       38 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding after stopping and restarting topical minoxidil due to side effects like facial edema and hirsutism. They are considering alternatives like low-dose oral minoxidil, PRP, and red light therapy, while others suggest finasteride and caution against combining multiple treatments without medical advice.

      community 6 years of this and all my hair is gone lol

       50 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user tried various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, but experienced continued hair thinning. Stress, genetics, and past medication use are considered possible factors.

      community 1 Year Update (Oral Min./Dut.)

      in Progress Pictures  120 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 1-year hair loss treatment update, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects, and combining it with oral minoxidil. They reported significant hair regrowth, especially at the right temple, with no sexual side effects from dutasteride.

      community There are far too many negative DUT experiences for them to be baseless/fake. We need to address the cope surrounding Dutasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 4 months ago
      Many users report negative experiences with Dutasteride, claiming it doesn't work as effectively as Finasteride for hair loss, despite some defending its efficacy. The conversation highlights skepticism about Dutasteride's effectiveness, with some users experiencing continued hair loss or no regrowth, while others see positive results.

      community Anyone gone from fin -> dut -> fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride, with mixed results on hair loss and side effects like oily skin and acne. Some users experienced regrowth with oral minoxidil, while others noted differences in effectiveness and side effects between the two medications.

      community my daily breakfast til the day i die

       660 upvotes 5 months ago
      Using both finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss is debated, with some seeing it as beneficial during transition, while others find it redundant and risky. Oral minoxidil raises concerns about blood pressure, with a preference for topical use and microneedling for better results.