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      community Explanation for "dutasteride destroyed my hair"

       7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.

      community Hairloss - what hormones to check?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.

      community What solution to use for RU58841?

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post is about using different solutions for RU58841, a treatment for hair loss. The user is asking for opinions on the effectiveness of different vehicles and dosages.

      community Any remedy for eye bags from minoxidil 5%?

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Minoxidil 5% can cause eye bags, but using Cerave Eye Repair Cream helped reduce them. The user also decreased their minoxidil dosage to manage side effects.

      community When should I apply topical tretinoin solution?

       5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses applying a topical solution containing 0.01% tretinoin, 1.5% azelaic acid, and 5% minoxidil for hair loss. It is recommended to apply tretinoin at night and use sunscreen during the day to prevent skin damage.

      community FIN ONLY: 6 month progress update and some questions

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily for over 6 months, experiencing halted hair loss and some regrowth, with no significant side effects. They are considering adding minoxidil or a natural alternative to address thin areas and are advised to continue finasteride for another 18 months.

      community How does castor oil improve hair growth?

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      Castor oil may help hair growth by targeting specific receptors and reducing certain scalp levels, with some users reporting thicker hair. Peppermint oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil, while opinions on the effectiveness of plant-based treatments for hair loss vary.

      community Finasteride gyno experience and in dire need of advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.

      community 1.5 years on finasteride/rogaine/nizoral

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 24-year-old experienced initial success with finasteride, Rogaine, and Nizoral for hair loss but noticed a decline after 1.5 years. Despite concerns about side effects, they decided to try dutasteride after consulting with a dermatologist.

      community 8 month on fin and oral min (stopped topical min)

       105 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for 8 months, stopping topical minoxidil and dermastamping after 5 months due to exams, with no side effects reported. They are considering whether to restart topical minoxidil for additional regrowth.

      community The never ending cycle as a fin+min user

       1356 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can cause cycles of shedding and regrowth, leading to fluctuating emotions. Users experience periods of hair improvement followed by shedding, with some finding long-term stabilization elusive.

      community my 3.5 months progress on finasteride 1 mg

      in Progress Pictures  276 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 3.5 months of using finasteride 1 mg daily, despite stopping minoxidil after three weeks. They were surprised by the results and noted some weight gain but no significant side effects.

      community 2.5mg Dut users - Assembly and share your story!

      in Chat  11 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride is considered more effective than finasteride for hair loss, with some users increasing the dose to 2.5mg daily for better results. Experiences vary, with some seeing regrowth and others not, and side effects are a concern.

      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 Loosing ground while on dut 0.5

       5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride but experienced more hair thinning, questioning whether to switch back. Others shared similar experiences, suggesting patience or considering different dosages, while some noted potential issues with testosterone levels.

      community 38M, ~9 years on meds - Fin for 5 and Dut for 3+

       114 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 38-year-old man shared his 9-year experience with hair loss treatments, using finasteride for 5 years, switching to dutasteride for over 3 years, and adding low-dose oral minoxidil 4 months ago, resulting in maintained hair density and some improvement. He experienced no significant side effects and expressed satisfaction with his current regimen, wishing he had started oral minoxidil earlier.

      community Trying new hairstyle with thin hair! Open to opinions!

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss with good results and is considering adding oral minoxidil. They are experimenting with hairstyles and hair products to manage their thinning hair and have received mixed feedback.

      community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

      in Treatment  44 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community 3 months on oral finasteride/minoxidil – early progress?

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is documenting his early progress with oral finasteride (1mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) for hair loss, noting some improvement after three months. He also uses supplements, head massages, and a derma roller, with no significant side effects reported.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community I know it get worse before it gets better but

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, topical finasteride, derma stamping, and keto shampoo, with some users suggesting switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Users share experiences of initial shedding and regrowth, debating the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.

      community 9 months oral min, 2 months topical min. Late 30s.

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user used oral finasteride, topical minoxidil foam, a derma roller, keto shampoo, Hims thick fix shampoo, hair dye, and rosemary oil for hair restoration. They reported no side effects and noted significant improvement, especially in the hairline.

      community 4 months into micro, got worse on the areas I needle

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.