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      community 0-6 Months of Finasteride Results (20 M)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 12 months and started 1 mg of finasteride daily nearly 6 months ago, noticing thicker hair and new growth. Despite some initial side effects, they report no current issues and are considering adding tretinoin to their regimen.

      community Someone please offer reassurance

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair shedding while using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermastamping, and saw palmetto, and is considering switching to finasteride for better results. Users suggest that saw palmetto may not be effective and recommend finasteride instead, while also discussing other treatments like rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and pumpkin seed oil.

      community Almost 10 months into dut/oral min and it’s getting worse (with pics)

       132 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, but experienced worsening hair loss and thinning. Suggestions included returning to finasteride, adding finasteride to the current regimen, or considering other factors like genetics or additional causes of hair loss.

      community Lowering my dutasteride dosage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user plans to reduce their dutasteride dosage from daily to every other day to save money, while continuing daily topical minoxidil. Others share experiences and advice, with some suggesting alternative sources for cheaper medication and discussing potential side effects and effectiveness.

      community Minoxidil Treatment Inconsistent

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been inconsistent with topical minoxidil and finasteride but recently switched to oral minoxidil and plans to continue with finasteride. They are considering combining treatments with microneedling for better results.

      community Male 43, Minoxodil & Finasteride journey

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 43-year-old male is using oral and topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to address hair loss, experiencing minimal shedding and side effects, but noticing increased facial hair growth. He plans to reduce the topical minoxidil application and continue the regimen for a year to evaluate its effectiveness.

      community Topical Anti Androgens detailed thread

       6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Users discuss the effectiveness of topical anti-androgens like RU58841, Pyri (KX826), and CB for hair loss. Some report maintenance and regrowth with Pyri, while others find limited success with RU58841 and switch to combinations like finasteride and minoxidil or minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community Is there anyone here on minoxidil only?

      in Minoxidil  73 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil can slow hair loss and promote regrowth, but results vary, and it may be less effective without finasteride. Some users experience side effects with finasteride and prefer using minoxidil alone or with other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling.

      community Dutasteride positive stories/experiences

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Users shared positive experiences with dutasteride for hair regrowth after switching from finasteride, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and stability. Many advised a gradual transition from finasteride to dutasteride for better results.

      community 20M feel demotivated by HT shedding

      in Transplants  71 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old received 3305 grafts and uses 5% minoxidil and 0.5 mg dutasteride weekly, but feels demotivated by the shedding phase. Many suggest increasing dutasteride frequency to daily for better results.

      community Transitioning off daily Oral Dutasteride (0.5mg) for long-term (multi-decade) maintenance. Which protocol is best?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from daily oral Dutasteride to a long-term maintenance protocol for hair loss, considering options like oral Finasteride with topical Dutasteride, pulsed oral Dutasteride, and oral Finasteride with topical Finasteride. The consensus suggests maintaining a baseline with daily Finasteride and using Dutasteride twice a week to minimize shedding while reducing systemic exposure.

      community 22M Minoxidil + Finasteride 3 months progress

       106 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noting significant regrowth and no side effects. He expressed hope for more density and gratitude for the results so far.

      community Six month results of pyrilutamide and Alfatrodial

       30 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using pyrilutamide and alfatrodial for six months, alongside minoxidil and nizoral shampoo, without any side effects. They previously stopped finasteride due to side effects and found the new regimen effective in improving their hairline.

      community 0.5mg Dut, 5mg oral min 1 year 2 months.

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil over a year and two months. Users suggest switching back to finasteride, considering topical treatments, and consulting a dermatologist for better results.

      community I give up on hoping for a cure

       73 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about disappointment in the lack of new hair loss cures, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants. Some users express hope for future advancements, while others debate the effectiveness and side effects of current treatments.

      community Check your vitamin d3 levels!!!

       158 upvotes 2 months ago
      Vitamin D3 deficiency and gut health, particularly H. pylori overgrowth, can impact hair growth and overall health. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride may be ineffective if these issues are not addressed.

      community Experiences maintaining hair on alfatradiol?

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about maintaining hair after stopping finasteride due to side effects like gynecomastia. Alternatives discussed include alfatradiol, topical finasteride, and minoxidil.

      community tretinoin for hairloss and balding

       8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption for hair loss, but opinions vary. Some users report success with a combination of tretinoin, minoxidil, and other treatments like oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and red light therapy.

      community My DHT levels on 1400mg testosterone per week and 0.5mg dutasteride daily

       346 upvotes 2 months ago
      A bodybuilder uses 1400mg testosterone weekly, 400mg equipoise, and GH, with 0.5mg dutasteride daily to stabilize hair loss and manage DHT levels. The user reports no side effects from dutasteride and finds it effective, while also discussing costs and effectiveness of other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil.

      community 6 Months of Progress with Minoxidil and Finasteride

       250 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared their 6-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride, reporting significant improvement without side effects. They use finasteride every other day, minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week.

      community 19M. How many of you see meds as a full solution vs something to be on until more advancements?

       6 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are commonly used for hair loss treatment, with some users seeing them as long-term solutions while awaiting future advancements like hair follicle cloning or gene engineering. Some users also consider additional treatments like anti-inflammatories, PRP, and hair transplants, but remain skeptical about a definitive cure.

      community Meds aside, what do you guys use to thicken hair

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about temporary hair thickening solutions, with suggestions including volumizing mousse, sea salt spray, Aveda thickening paste, tinted dry shampoo, and cold water rinses. The user is already using oral Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and keto shampoo, and has had a hair transplant.

      community Oral Minoxidil Is Turning Me Into a Gorilla

       945 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is causing excessive body hair growth, including on the face, back, and shoulders, while not improving scalp hairline. Users suggest laser hair removal and switching to topical minoxidil to manage unwanted hair growth.