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      community Its True that people dont come back here once they are good .

       55 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses successful hair retention using dutasteride and 15% minoxidil, with users sharing positive experiences and reduced anxiety about hair loss. It highlights that consistent treatment leads to stable results, while some users express skepticism about alternative methods.

      community 6ish months min & fin, still loosing ground? (20M)

       1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and a dermastamp to address hair loss but is concerned about continued thinning and lack of visible regrowth after six months. They are questioning if diet, vitamin deficiencies, or dosage adjustments could impact progress.

      community Why do people say you will have an extremely high chance of maintenance if you are on Dutasteride, if 0.5 mg only removes 50% of scalp dht

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride are effective for many in reducing hair loss by lowering DHT levels, though results vary based on individual sensitivity and genetics. Higher doses of dutasteride may not significantly increase hair growth due to diminishing returns, and topical finasteride is suggested as an alternative for some.

      community Inconsistency, shed or loss after 3 years

       1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after inconsistent use of finasteride and minoxidil while living abroad. They are now considering switching to dutasteride, which some believe is more effective, though others caution it may not work better for everyone.

      community 0.5 dut + 5% min 3 months update. Am I winning?

       502 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 20-year-old shares positive results after using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5% minoxidil for three months, noting crown improvement and some hairline regrowth. The user reports no side effects except new hair and clear skin, while others express skepticism and share their own experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Thinking about adding PRP - any real downsides?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.

      community Dutasteride/RU/MIN will NOT work for everyone.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil may not work for everyone, as some individuals experience no improvement despite extensive use and research. Genetic factors can play a significant role, and standard treatments may not be effective for all.

      community 4 months of min/fin treatment with little to no progress

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for four months with little progress in hair regrowth, despite adding microneedling and rosemary oil to his routine. Users suggest patience, maintaining the current treatment, and possibly simplifying the routine by dropping rosemary and microneedling.

      community Why was fluridil abandoned and never made past phase 2?

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Fluridil was abandoned due to its weak effectiveness and low binding affinity to the androgen receptor, making it less competitive against DHT and testosterone. Users discuss its limited results compared to other treatments like pyrilutamide and RU58841.

      community Reishi mushroom is theoretically 90,000x weaker than finasteride.

       1 upvotes 4 years ago
      Reishi mushroom is significantly weaker than finasteride for inhibiting 5 alpha reductase, requiring much larger quantities to achieve similar effects. The effectiveness and safety of consuming large amounts of Reishi for hair loss are uncertain.

      community Losing ground with minoxidil and finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  74 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced initial improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but is now losing progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest seasonal shedding, vitamin D deficiency, or trying dutasteride, while some share personal experiences with shedding cycles and treatment adjustments.

      community When the finasteride works but minoxidil doesn't

       2203 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride maintains existing hair, but Minoxidil is less effective on hairlines. Walton Goggins is admired for his receding hairline, possibly using Finasteride and Minoxidil without a hair transplant.

      community Results 2.5 mg dut and miniature hairs.

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been taking 2.5 mg of dutasteride for 6 months and using minoxidil topically for 3 years but hasn't seen significant hair regrowth, only a slight decrease in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, or using growth agonists like bimatoprost to improve results.

      community Why Diffuse Thinning is Worse Than a Receding Hairline

      in Research/Science  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects the entire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hair density.

      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 Close to giving up. Dont feel like myself

       8 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 20-year-old is feeling discouraged after 3 months of using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and vitamin D for hair loss without seeing progress. Others advise patience, suggesting it can take a year or more to see results, and recommend focusing on other aspects of life in the meantime.

      community There’s nothing better on the horizon [RANT]

       22 upvotes 1 month ago
      There is skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with the belief that current options like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are the best available. Concerns are raised about the systemic side effects of androgen-related treatments, even those marketed as topical, and doubts about the effectiveness of emerging treatments like clascoterone.

      community venting about lack of visible results from the treatment

      in Chat  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.

      community RU58841 dilution in Minoxidil Vs PG+Ethanol

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      RU58841 mixed with Minoxidil seems less effective over time, so the user plans to switch to a PG and Ethanol dilution for better results. They also consider using rosemary oil with Minoxidil to enhance RU58841 absorption.

      community Why do some people (specially those with diffuse balding) experience more regrowth just with DHT blockers?

      in Chat  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      Diffuse thinners often experience more hair regrowth with DHT blockers like finasteride, possibly due to less DHT sensitivity and the presence of miniaturized, not completely bald, follicles. However, regrowth varies widely among individuals, influenced by factors like genetics, the stage of hair loss, and treatment methods such as minoxidil, microneedling, and dermarolling.