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      community Are baby hairs growing on fin and min?

      in Is this regrowth?  125 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether baby hairs observed after using finasteride and minoxidil will grow into terminal hairs, with mixed experiences and opinions shared on the effectiveness of these treatments for hair regrowth. Some users report positive results, while others are skeptical about the potential for significant change.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community 19 yo destroyed hairline even though using Fin/min/microneedling for 16months/11months/3months … Idk what to do.

      in Progress Pictures  259 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.

      community What's the deal with verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment and questions why more precise methods aren't used to test its effectiveness in regrowing hair. Some users believe verteporfin is promising and should receive more attention, while others are skeptical about the testing methods.

      community “Guys, am I norwood 3? Should I take fin?”

      in Satire  446 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss, and treatments such as finasteride and oral minoxidil being discussed. Some people shared stories of their personal experiences while others gave humorous replies.

      community 2 months on Fin - 25 years with my story

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting with minoxidil and later switching to finasteride due to dissatisfaction with minoxidil. They experienced some regrowth and shedding, with mild side effects from finasteride, and are hopeful for future improvements.

      community My Hair System Journey, Part 4

       18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shares their experience with a hair system, noting no one noticed the change except their girlfriend. They discuss the learning curve, maintenance tips, and their satisfaction with the results, feeling more confident and optimistic.

      community 1 year results finasteride and minoxidil once daily nothing else

      in Update  837 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with no side effects reported. They noted improved social interactions and emphasized the importance of consistency in treatment.

      community Is this good improvement? 3-4 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  473 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced increased hair density and thickness after 3-4 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, ketoconazole, and biotin. They apply minoxidil right after dermastamping without any side effects or shedding.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  552 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community My eyelashes and eyebrows on oral min

      in Progress Pictures  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      User Crazy-Signature930 shares progress on oral minoxidil for eyelashes and eyebrows. Others comment on the impressive results and ask about side effects and duration of use.

      community Hair Transplant results, +1 year later

      in Transplants  810 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair transplant results after 1 year discussed, with mostly positive feedback on density and appearance. User considers another surgery for hairline, but overall improvement noted.

      community Pyrilutamide Phase 3 on its way

      in Treatment  127 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide Phase 3 approved, starting early 2022 with 416 subjects for 24 weeks. Drug potentially better than RU and Breezula, with some users reporting no side effects.

      community 22 years since the last major development

      in Technology  50 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.

      community 1 year results on Big 3 + dermaroll

      in Treatment  95 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user who experienced hair loss at age 23, but started treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling and biotin vitamins at age 32 and saw significant regrowth results in 1 year. Treatment methods such as rolling their head on the carpet were also discussed.

      community I've had a FUE hair transplant in Turkey today. AMA.

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 36-year-old male had a 3000-graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey, with 2000 grafts to the front and 1000 to the crown. Post-operation, he experienced nausea, dizziness, itching, and pain, but saw hair growth and plans to take pictures once redness subsides.

      community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  162 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

      community ~2.5 months min, is this good progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  415 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 5% minoxidil, later switching to 10% minoxidil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil. The combination of topical and oral treatments showed impressive progress with minimal side effects.

      community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  104 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  50 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.