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      community My first pill of Dutasteride is today

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user started taking Dutasteride and experienced significant shedding initially, but it has since stopped after three months. They noticed some changes but are unsure if they are solely due to Dutasteride.

      community Minoxidil For 2 Years, What is this?

      in Treatment  111 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

      community My doctor lowered my Minoxidil from 5mg to 2.5mg

      in Minoxidil  71 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user discussed their doctor lowering their Minoxidil dose from 5mg to 2.5mg, expressing concerns about losing hair gains. Other users suggested that 2.5mg is safer long-term and speculated the doctor is being cautious about side effects.

      community Shedding again after 6 months of great results.

      in Minoxidil  15 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.

      community Is 2years+ telogen effluvium possible?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.

      community How many years have you managed to go back?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 5 months ago
      Users discuss hair loss treatments and their effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, dermarolling, and biotin.

      community Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community Worth it to add topical fin to oral fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is taking 1mg finasteride daily and RU58841 5% but still experiencing hair loss. They are considering adding topical finasteride or switching to dutasteride, and are not planning to use minoxidil until hair loss stabilizes.

      community 3 and a bit months on topical min & fin

      in Progress Pictures  516 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 3 months using a topical foam with 5% Minoxidil and 0.25% Finasteride. They plan to add derma rolling to their routine.

      community One year later, fin won't work for everyone

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.

      community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.

      in Female  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.

      community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  77 upvotes 8 months ago
      After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.

      community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 9 months ago
      TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

      community 2.5 months topical minoxidil Progress

      in Progress Pictures  436 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 2.5 months using topical minoxidil. Some suggest adding finasteride for long-term results, while others share their experiences with side effects or alternative treatments like dermarolling and dietary improvements.

      community 23 year old male 1mg fin everyday

      in Progress Pictures  43 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hair loss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.

      community 2.5 years progress on minoxidil + finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  309 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his 2.5-year hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and finasteride, initially experiencing side effects but later continuing treatment with no issues, resulting in improved hair. He lifts weights and wrestles weekly, plans to continue treatment indefinitely, and has had no hairline issues, only diffuse thinning.

      community 11 years on only fin, it can work! 19yo - 30yo

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair thickness over 11 years using only finasteride, taken three times a week, with no side effects. Commenters reacted positively, with one wishing they had started treatment earlier.

      community 48 Days Fin, Min, and Derm Part 2

      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discussed their positive experience with hair loss treatments Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dermarolling, showing significant progress in 48 days. Other users expressed interest in trying these treatments, asked about side effects, and one noted that they've observed good results in black people.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community Finasteride saved my life, 1.5y in (23M)

      in Progress Pictures  1176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hair loss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.

      community First time post, 60 days on Fin

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their first progress picture after 60 days on finasteride for hair loss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. They thanked the community for discussions that encouraged them to try finasteride.