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      community Switched to DUT from Fin after 30 months of no progress

       161 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 30 months with no progress, experiencing a significant shed initially. The current treatment includes daily dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical finasteride and minoxidil, derma stamping, PRP, and calecim exosomes.

      community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.

      community Logging myself monthly for dut 0.5 mg and min5mg oral

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is documenting their experience with oral dutasteride (dut) 0.5 mg and minoxidil (min) 5 mg for hair loss, planning to add RU58841 after three months. They previously used finasteride with success and are now experiencing increased shedding but also new hair growth.

      community literally dht beef bruhhsmhmmhh😡😡😡😡😡😤

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and testosterone to combat hair loss and block DHT, with some users expressing concerns about side effects and vegan options for medication. The discussion also touches on personal experiences with hormone treatments and the desire to maintain a youthful appearance.

      community Min/Dut/Fin Update (Plateaued)

       6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community 2.5mg Oral Minox per day, Derma roll 1x/week, Ketoconazole Shampoo 3x/week. 2 month progress. Currently have Oral Dut and Min on the way in the mail. We just might make it.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily, derma rolling weekly, and Ketoconazole shampoo thrice weekly, with plans to add oral Dutasteride. Users discuss the potential benefits and timing of using Dutasteride for hair recovery.

      community Zix pre-made - zinc topical on scalp

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experimenting with a zinc sulfate and B6 topical solution called "Zix" for hair loss, alongside using a zinc oxide scalp mask and low-level laser therapy (LLLT). They report minimal hair loss after three months of use and are seeking feedback from others who have tried similar treatments.

      community 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled

       3 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.

      community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

      community Blood work after one year of fin/dut

       7 upvotes 3 years ago
      After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.

      community Heavy diffuse shedding 4+ months into dutasteride

       6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user in their 20s with androgenetic alopecia is experiencing heavy hair shedding after starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, with concerns about scalp sensitivity and low vitamin D. They plan to consult a dermatologist for further evaluation, while others in the conversation share similar experiences with shedding after starting dutasteride.

      community Hormone test results - anybody else have similar with fin/dut

       7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user on Finasteride for 7-8 years reported unexpectedly high testosterone levels despite expecting lower levels due to age, with discussions on the impact of SHBG and suggestions to use boron to lower SHBG. Another user noted that Dutasteride significantly increased their testosterone and free testosterone levels.

      community Shedding whilst on Dut and topical min

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 26-year-old from the UK is experiencing increased hair thinning despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and possibly RU58841, while seeking advice on managing side effects and exploring other options.

      community What’s next after DUT? Looking for solutions

       4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of dutasteride (DUT), minoxidil (Min), spironolactone, RU58841, and pyrilutamide. The user is considering increasing DUT dosage and exploring microneedling with topical treatments.

      community What blood test to do before starting fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is considering starting finasteride for hair thinning but is concerned about side effects like low libido and gynecomastia. They plan to consult a dermatologist and are advised to test DHT, testosterone, and estradiol levels.

      community DUT + Min + Keto + Microneedle + Tret

       3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning despite using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, topical tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about potential baldness due to genetics and are considering simplifying their treatment approach.

      community Very exited about Veradermics,

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 4 months ago
      Veradermics is a promising new treatment for hair loss, essentially a repackaged version of Minoxidil. The user is optimistic about its potential effectiveness.

      community Dutasteride and gym, any advice?

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved appearance using dutasteride, with no side effects, and is concerned about whether gym workouts and creatine might affect these gains. They previously used minoxidil but disliked its effects and stopped due to its inconvenience.

      community Trial for TDM-105795 update from research office

       16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The trial for TDM-105795 has been completed, and it was in phase 2A. The discussion seeks input on the next phases, 2B or 3, based on safety and efficacy.

      community Duality of (diffuse thinning) man

      in Chat  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.

      community 6 months Minodixil 5mg/Dutasteride 0.5mg

       111 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old uses oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a shampoo with minoxidil and ketoconazole for hair loss, experiencing progress and increased body hair. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments, with some suggesting that dutasteride is primarily responsible for hair thickening.