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    GlossaryOral Contraceptives (combined birth control pills)

    medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy

    Oral contraceptives, commonly known as "the pill," are medications taken by mouth to prevent pregnancy. They typically contain synthetic forms of the hormones estrogen and progestin, which work by inhibiting ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and altering the uterine lining to prevent implantation.

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      community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset

      in Update  153 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.

      community Are the japanese Finasteride 10 year studies even relevant to caucasian men - especially young ones?

      in Technology  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride, in different populations. Some users believe that the results of Japanese studies may not be relevant to Caucasian men, especially young ones, and that East Asians may respond better to these treatments. Others argue that clinical studies should be the basis for decision-making, while acknowledging that individual responses to medications can vary.

      community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  87 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

      community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community What’s your experience with RU58841?

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hair loss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  447 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community It’s crazy how it’s 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren’t even effective for many people.

       136 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.

      community PYRILUTAMIDE PHASE 3 RESULTS : No statistical significance

      in Research/Science  125 upvotes 10 months ago
      The phase 3 trial results for Pyrilutamide showed no significant difference from the control treatment in increasing hair count, leading to the company halting its development. Users discussed their disappointment and skepticism about hair loss treatments, with some mentioning other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community If you’re sitting there wondering, “I’m losing my hair, what do I do?” then read my advice here. I’ve been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)

      in Question  106 upvotes 11 years ago
      Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community I’m already DOING EVERYTHING!!!

      in Female  27 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.

      community How to know if shedding is from tren or minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user started using trenbolone and minoxidil simultaneously and experienced increased hair shedding, unsure which is causing it. Replies suggest both drugs could cause hair loss, with one advising to stop trenbolone to protect hair and another indicating minoxidil is unlikely the cause due to the timing.

      community Why is human evolution like this 😂

      in Chat 2 years ago
      Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

      community Overwhelming amount of anti-androgens

      in Female 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of anti-androgens for hair loss, with a preference for topical treatments like RU58841 over oral options due to better scalp concentration and fewer side effects. Topical finasteride at 0.1% may provide some results, especially when combined with a topical androgen receptor antagonist like RU58841.

      community 25 Years old. 3 Months on Fin/Min, plus Hair & Nail Vitamins.

      in Progress Pictures  379 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.

      community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

      in Female  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

      community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

      in Update  99 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  570 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.

      community Goodbye y'all, it's been a journey but have accepted where I'm at

      in Update  219 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hair loss treatments.

      community Don't leave a boy hanging, try to help.

      in Chat  113 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, recommending these treatments to others. They emphasized the importance of informing others about effective treatments rather than relying on supplements.

      community bye fellas, it’s time to quit this sub

      in Progress Pictures  810 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user successfully improved their hairline after 15 months using topical minoxidil and dutasteride. Some commenters question the necessity of treatment given the user's original hair condition, while others support early intervention.