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      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community 5 years on Finasteride, 1.5 years on Minoxidil Foam

      in Progress Pictures  706 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for five years and minoxidil foam for 1.5 years to combat hair loss, experiencing significant regrowth after an initial shedding phase with minoxidil. They shared progress pictures and discussed treatment experiences, including the addition of minoxidil to their regimen after noticing reduced efficacy with finasteride alone.

      community Approximation of Scalp DHT Suppression Between 0.05 mg to 2.5 mg

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various doses of Dutasteride in reducing scalp DHT and its impact on hair count. Users shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil, with one reporting significant hair loss reduction using a combination of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community 1.5 years fin plus almost 3 years min, I think I’ve definitely made progress but I’m still not where I want to be, advice?

      in Progress Pictures  130 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for almost 3 years for hair loss, and has seen some maintenance of hair but not significant regrowth. Suggestions from others include switching to dutasteride, trying oral minoxidil, and considering microneedling or hair fibers for better appearance.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  567 upvotes 10 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 Not everyone should immediately go on Fin if they are starting to bald

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hair loss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hair loss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.

      community Improve my stack (without Minoxidil)

      in Product  36 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

      community M 20 | 5M Fin / 2.5M Min | Progress

      in Progress Pictures  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's successful hair loss treatment using ketoconazole shampoo, 0.5mg finasteride, and 5% liquid minoxidil. They noticed significant results after 4 months, with reduced hair fall observed earlier.

      community Update: 16 months deep - big 3

      in Progress Pictures  407 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.

      community 6 month update of 1 mg fin only

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 6-month hair loss progress update using 1 mg finasteride, plans to start minoxidil and RU58841 due to severe shedding, and seeks advice. Others suggest maintaining treatment, switching to different medications, and considering more aggressive treatments due to strong genetic predisposition to baldness.

      community Finasteride saved my life, 1.5y in (23M)

      in Progress Pictures  1176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hair loss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.

      community Can someone explain the Dutasteride hysteria in this community?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community Most hair transplants are obvious

      in Transplants  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair transplants and the perception that they often look unnatural, especially in the first few rows of hair. There is a debate about whether it's better to choose a cheaper clinic in Turkey or a more expensive one in the USA, with some arguing that experience and skill matter more than cost.

      community Does Rosemary oil cause shedding ?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed increased hair shedding and thinning after using rosemary oil diluted with coconut oil for two weeks. They are questioning if rosemary oil causes shedding similar to minoxidil.

      community Long term results are real: 11 years on fin. then dut. + min. then oral min. - first pic at 18 with massive miniaturization and the others last night at 29

      in Progress Pictures  758 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.

      community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?

      in Chat  211 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.

      community 4 years of dutasteride monotherapy

      in Progress Pictures  191 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user experienced noticeable regrowth of hair after using dutasteride as a single treatment for about 1.5 years. No before photos were available.

      community 3 months fin, min, dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post is about a user's progress with using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss. The conversation includes comments about different treatments and methods used.