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      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community M37, 0.5mg fin EOD, 5% min topical 2x daily, 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  171 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old man treated his hair loss with 0.5mg finasteride every other day and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 5 months, reducing finasteride from 1mg due to side effects. His hair improved significantly, with positive changes visible from all angles, and he experienced no more side effects after the dosage adjustment.

      community 25 yo male progress after 9 months on Fin

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 25-year-old male saw significant hair growth in the temple regions after 9 months of using minoxidil and finasteride. He is happy with the progress but acknowledges more improvement is needed.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 1 week ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community One year on fin + dut + 2.5 oral min, is it over for me

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride daily since 2020, dutasteride twice weekly since September, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, microneedling monthly, and ketoconazole semi-often. They are feeling lost about their hair loss progress after one year on this regimen.

      community My one year results on fin/min.

      in Update  246 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their one-year results using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing noticeable improvement. They started seeing results at six months, using 1ml liquid twice a day and a pill once a day.

      community Verteporfin and Microneedling

      in Treatments 6 months ago
      Clinical studies by Dr. Barghouthi and Dr. Bloxham indicate that Verteporfin, when used with FUE and FUT hair transplantation methods, shows promise in hair follicle regeneration and minimal scarring due to its ability to inhibit Yes-associated protein (YAP). Microneedling at depths of 3-3.5mm, combined with Verteporfin, could potentially reactivate dormant follicles, although the optimal dosage and application method are still under investigation. Concerns remain about the DHT sensitivity of regenerated follicles, highlighting the need for further research to optimize trauma levels and Verteporfin concentrations to achieve effective and scar-free hair regeneration.

      community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.

      community Update to fin 0.25 mg, 4x/week

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.

      community Minoxidil with Stemoxydine for hair growth?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using stemoxydine in addition to minoxidil for hair growth. The original poster is considering adding stemoxydine to their hair loss treatment regimen.

      community My hair is coming back, in as little as 11 days, is that normal?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reports significant hair regrowth in 11 days using 1mg finasteride daily and 2ml minoxidil daily, and questions if they can maintain their hair with just minoxidil and a good shampoo. They express concern about potential side effects of finasteride.

      community Minoxidil results in 3 months after stopping fin

      in Is this regrowth?  469 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past side effects from oral use.

      community 2 year anniversary of Fin only - M48

      in Is this regrowth?  212 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 48-year-old man has been using finasteride at 1mg three times a week for two years, seeing some hair regrowth but noting lighting affects appearance. He is considering adding minoxidil but is concerned about shedding.

      community Does RU work? I see people buying it and reporting success, but if so why was it discontinued?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is a controversial hair loss treatment with mixed reviews; some users report success, often in combination with other treatments like finasteride or minoxidil, while others experience side effects like chest pain. The treatment's discontinuation is speculated to be due to patent expiration and lack of profitability, despite some users continuing to use it as part of a broader regimen.

      community Kintor money grab, unacceptable

      in Product  76 upvotes 3 months ago
      Kintor's KX826 (pyrilutamide) is ineffective at 0.5% and overpriced at 1%, leading to user frustration and calls for fair pricing. Users suggest sticking with proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 4 months ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community My detailed 5-month topical finasteride experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 5-month experience using topical finasteride for hair loss, noting side effects like watery semen and puffy nipples, which led them to stop the treatment. They saw no significant hair improvement and have since switched to using minoxidil.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community 33 M, no improvement on topical min+fin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 33-year-old man has seen no improvement in hair loss after using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride for 5-6 months, despite also derma rolling and using keto shampoo. He experienced severe side effects from oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on alternative treatments.

      community Everything you need to know about KX-826 product (pyrilutamide)

      in Product  17 upvotes 5 months ago
      The post and conversation discuss KX-826 (pyrilutamide) for hair loss treatment, with positive remarks about its advertising and authenticity in China. The user changed their perspective after further research and seeing genuine advertising.

      community Should I stop or is this normal?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.

      community 22M loosing ground - 1MG fin + 2% Keto Shampoo

      in Is this regrowth?  40 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss sees mixed results after three months, with some improvement at the crown but worsening at the temples. Suggestions include waiting 6-12 months, considering dutasteride, adding minoxidil, microneedling, caffeine tonic, and retinol.

      community 20m /// 3 month progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 8% topical RU58841, 1mg Finasteride daily, and a 1.5mm derma stamp weekly. Another user commented that the results look improved.