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      community An *insane* RU58841 success story

       99 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo led to significant hair regrowth, though some suspect a hair transplant. Concerns about RU58841's side effects, like anxiety and heart issues, were discussed.

      community Reversed hairloss, 20 month update

       3503 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user successfully regrew hair over 20 months using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with no significant side effects. They are satisfied with the results but may consider a hair transplant for more density.

      community Vellus terminal microscope study

       5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It highlights the transformation of vellus hairs into terminal hairs in a Norwood 6 frontal area.

      community When does your hair fall out throughout the day?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss patterns and treatments, with one person using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and another using ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis. Despite using these treatments, the original poster experiences minimal hair loss in the shower but still notices thinning.

      community Losing Transplanted Hair... HELP

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss in transplanted areas despite using finasteride and minoxidil, suspecting creatine as a cause. Suggestions included stopping creatine, considering dutasteride, and focusing on a healthy diet.

      community Why Is My Hair Thinner All Over After 8 Months on Topical Fin?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning after 8 months on topical finasteride and 11 months on minoxidil, and is considering switching to oral finasteride due to lack of effectiveness. They also mention scalp itchiness and use of a 1% ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Any chances of my hairloss being inflammatory?

       5 upvotes 5 days ago
      A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 15-16 and is using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo, with previous use of oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. He has stabilized hair loss but seeks to rule out inflammatory or immune-related causes, considering a scalp biopsy, and is supplementing with vitamin D3, B12, and iron.

      community 10 Year Success Story As A Diffuse Thinner

       98 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old man shares his 10-year journey with hair loss, highlighting the effectiveness of dutasteride in improving his crown area and using Caboki to conceal thinning. He found finasteride prevented further loss, while other treatments like minoxidil and microneedling were ineffective for him.

      community Can't help but feel somethings wrong (MtF 18)

       4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone replacement therapy (estradiol enanthate injections) to address it. They are advised to be patient with the treatments and consider using a dermapen for microneedling.

      community Progress over 3 years of thinning

       216 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over three years using a combination of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral shampoo. Initial side effects from finasteride subsided after switching to dutasteride, leading to improved hair density and thickness.

      community Getting hit hard by the shed….

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting a treatment regimen of 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, 2.5mg biotin, and vitamins. Despite the shedding, they remain optimistic and plan to continue the treatment for a year before making any conclusions.

      community Scalp Itch/Continued Shedding after years

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced continued hair loss and scalp itch despite using finasteride and switching to dutasteride. They sought advice on managing these issues, with suggestions including adjusting medication frequency and trying different shampoos.

      community Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening

      in Update  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.

      community Hairline hairs wont grow past a certain length :(

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling, noting significant hair regrowth except at the hairline. They plan to start oral minoxidil and switch to a combination treatment, while another user mentioned that some miniaturized hairs may not fully recover.

      community Diffuse Thinning - Over 1 year on Fin+Min (2024-2025)

       720 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo. The progress was noted as impressive, with some users questioning the authenticity of the results.

      community Non-systemic hair loss stack, is there any hope?

       6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has tried various doses of oral and topical finasteride but faced psychological and sexual side effects. They are considering topical anti-androgens like KX826, ketoconazole cream, and RU58841 as alternatives, while others suggest clascoterone and topical dutasteride.

      community Increasing GH and IGF-1 for Increased Growth/Reduced Hair Loss?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Increasing IGF-1 may help hair growth, but it could also increase hair loss in people with high testosterone. Treatments discussed include l-arginine, glutamine, vanadium, Deer Antler Velvet, ATP, Cocarboxylase, l-carnitine, and Mk677.

      community Terrible scalp itch and hair loss

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.

      community Don't think I can go on like this anymore

       120 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 24-year-old is struggling with severe depression and anxiety due to hair loss, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years. They are advised to consider shaving their head, exploring wigs or hair systems, and focusing on other aspects of life like health, relationships, and career.

      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

       131 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

      community Massive non stop shedding on and off fin (consistent for 2 months)

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding despite using finasteride inconsistently, and is considering switching to dutasteride. Users suggest taking finasteride more frequently to reduce hormonal fluctuations and potentially stabilize hair loss.

      community Hair follicle cloning is already possible

      in Chat  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.

      community (UPDATE, 22M) Receding hairline following period of insane gains.

       45 upvotes 1 day ago
      A user is experiencing hair shedding after initially gaining hair while using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day. Others in the conversation suggest that shedding cycles are common and recommend continuing the treatment, possibly adding oral minoxidil, and consulting a dermatologist if needed.