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      community No longer have drive in the gym

      in Chat  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user lost gym motivation after taking finasteride for four months, possibly due to its effect on DHT levels. Suggestions include adjusting dosage, trying topical treatments, using caffeine, checking testosterone levels, and considering supplements like SSRIs or pregnenolone.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

       34 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 3 month progress on min/fin....hopeful

       26 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses a user's three-month progress using Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. Users suggest shaving for better comparison and mention adding topical dutasteride.

      community Very exited about Veradermics,

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 4 months ago
      Veradermics is a promising new treatment for hair loss, essentially a repackaged version of Minoxidil. The user is optimistic about its potential effectiveness.

      community I quit min for 6 months: here’s what happened

       122 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil due to severe side effects and experienced rapid hair loss. They also tried finasteride and dutasteride but faced adverse reactions, leading them to consider accepting hair loss and exploring options like oral minoxidil or a hair transplant.

      community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.

      community [PSA] - Do NOT swallow dutasteride capsule content.

       43 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride capsules should not be bitten or opened due to their foul taste and potential caustic effects. Users shared experiences of accidentally biting capsules and the unpleasant taste, with some suggesting swallowing techniques to avoid this.

      community Need supplemental products in addition to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss without success and is considering adding topical 17α-estradiol, Pyrilutamide, Clascoterone, or cetirizine. They have confirmed low serum DHT levels and are exploring additional treatments due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and prostaglandin D2.

      community The DEFINITIVE cure for hairloss

       285 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously suggests using immunosuppressants like ciclosporine and oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, with a satirical plan involving hair transplants from family members. It highlights the side effects and impracticality of such treatments, emphasizing the post's satirical nature.

      community Sup Chooms?! One year of treatment!!

      in Progress Pictures  365 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their one-year hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical finasteride/minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting no current side effects and significant hair improvement. They also use Head & Shoulders for dandruff control and recommend consistency in treatment.

      community 1 Year Fin then 6 Months Dut - No Success

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user saw no improvement in hair loss after using Finasteride for a year and Dutasteride for six months. They also experienced scalp inflammation and tried various treatments like Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid without success.

      community Questions on Abyssinian oil and argan oil treatments

      2 years ago
      Abyssinian oil, argan oil, and Batana oil are being discussed for their potential effectiveness in hair growth. The conversation questions whether these oils are beneficial or a scam.

      community Stop the fear mongering of oral minoxidil its one of the best treatments available in 2020. It does not cause heart lesions or adverse cardiac effects like people claim. I am maintaining with just oral minoxidil with retrograde alopecia and diffuse thinning all over nw3 hairline

       78 upvotes 5 years ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered a safe and effective treatment for hair loss at low dosages, with minimal cardiac risks. Users report positive results, though some experience side effects like increased heart rate and skin changes, and consulting a doctor is advised.

      community Has anyone had suicidal thoughts because of their ruined appearance?

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses feelings of despair and low self-worth due to hair loss and other perceived physical shortcomings. The user expresses a lack of motivation and struggles with societal expectations, despite trying various self-improvement methods.

      community Take licorice to lower testosterone?

       1 upvotes 9 years ago
      Licorice is not recommended for hair loss as it inhibits hair growth and is a non-selective testosterone inhibitor. Alternatives like spironolactone are suggested for those considering hormonal treatments for hair loss.

      community Connection between heat (dry/flaky scalp) and hair loss?

       5 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss and used minoxidil, biotin shampoo, and supplements like biotin, zinc, fish oil, saw palmetto, and B vitamins, which initially stopped hair loss but did not promote regrowth. They suspect heat causes a dry, flaky scalp leading to hair loss and are considering using a supplementary shampoo and possibly finasteride.

      community Crown and mid scalp reversal in a year.

       40 upvotes 4 days ago
      A user shared their experience reversing hair loss using full-dose finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, noting significant improvement in their hairline and density. They advised against stopping topical minoxidil abruptly and recommended overlapping it with oral minoxidil to minimize shedding.

      community Nicotine and shedding; does it make hair loss worse ?

       4 upvotes 1 week ago
      Nicotine use appears to increase hair shedding, with users noticing more hair loss when using nicotine and less when abstaining. Some users plan to quit nicotine and start treatments like finasteride and oral minoxidil to improve hair quality.

      community (23 M) On the verge of depression

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old male is experiencing severe hair loss and depression, using minoxidil but hesitant to start finasteride due to fear of side effects. Others suggest starting finasteride, noting it takes time to show results, and mention that it is available over-the-counter in Pakistan.

      community Just waiting for the right moment

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil for years, considering alternatives like dutasteride and a hair transplant. Others share similar experiences and suggest trying different treatments or saving for a transplant.

      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 Looking for microneedling experiences (over needling)

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is concerned about potentially overdoing microneedling for hair loss and is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, with underwhelming results. Other users suggest using tretinoin for better results and discuss the effectiveness of different needle lengths, recommending shorter needles.

      community Approx. 3 months (12 weeks and 3 days / 88 days total) on 1mg Finasteride

       59 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 27-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss and noticed improved crown density after three months. He previously used topical minoxidil but stopped due to scalp irritation and is considering oral minoxidil or a hair transplant in the future.

      community How does testosterone and dht work?

       14 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair loss is influenced by follicle sensitivity to DHT, which increases with age, rather than just testosterone levels. Treatments like finasteride and hair transplants are used to manage hair loss, with transplants needing medication to protect surrounding sensitive hair.