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      community Twist-1 vs Scube-3. Is it worth pursuing both?

       15 upvotes 4 years ago
      Twist-1 is being explored as a promising early-stage hair loss treatment, while Scube-3's effect on Twist-1 in breast cancer cells raises concerns about its use for hair loss. The conversation discusses the potential differences in protein effects across various cell types.

      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 2 years 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 When did your regrowth level out?

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair regrowth typically levels out after several months of treatment with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with many users experiencing stabilization rather than significant regrowth. Starting treatment early is crucial, as regrowth is rare beyond Norwood 3 without additional interventions like hair transplants.

      community I’m an outlier, very sensitive to Saw Palmetto/Fin

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced sensitivity and side effects from finasteride and Saw Palmetto, leading to swollen and sensitive breasts, and decided to stop finasteride after two weeks. They are now trying Saw Palmetto, Biotin, and Ashwagandha, while others in the conversation discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community This Stuff Consumes Us Young People With No Mercy

      in Update  43 upvotes 8 months ago
      A young person struggling with hair loss switched from finasteride to 0.5mg dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg, hoping for improvement before graduation. They are considering a hair transplant and exploring other treatments like stemoxydine and hair fibers, while dealing with the emotional impact of early balding.

      community Getting sides from Finasteride - what to do?

       9 upvotes 4 days ago
      A young man experiencing side effects from finasteride, such as brain fog, reduced libido, and gynecomastia, is seeking advice on whether to continue the treatment or quit. Suggestions include reducing the dosage, trying topical treatments, switching to dutasteride, or addressing hormonal imbalances with medication.

      community If you're worried that you're beginning to develop gyno on fin...

       32 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride can cause gynecomastia due to increased estrogen from reduced DHT conversion, which some users manage by losing weight and taking supplements like DIM and calcium D-glucarate. Users discuss various experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting side effects and strategies to mitigate them, including switching medications and considering surgery.

      community What's an anecdotal treatment you nevertheless swear by?

       10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hair loss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.

      community My experience with 1mg fin eod

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

      community Here are the steps I'm taking in my hair regrowth journey!

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shares their hair regrowth journey using finasteride and minoxidil, highlighting lifestyle changes to enhance results. Another user reports negative side effects from finasteride and plans to try ketoconazole shampoo and natural oils.

      community Does ketoconazole reduce systemic DHT by much?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is mainly used for its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is not a replacement for finasteride, which is recommended by some users despite concerns about side effects.

      community Is there any progress/regrowth?

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been taking finasteride and biotin for 80 days and is considering starting minoxidil after six months. Opinions vary, with some suggesting starting minoxidil immediately for better results, while others advise patience with finasteride.

      community 5 years fin Progress, result in comment

      in Is this regrowth?  91 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced significant hair regrowth after using finasteride consistently for five years and recently added a daily minoxidil pill. The user reported no significant side effects and is considering shaving their head again to assess hair density.

      community (25) 2 Months of Topical Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  299 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after two months of using topical Minoxidil and just started Finasteride, feeling optimistic about hair regrowth. They are happy with the progress and plan to continue treatment, hoping for further improvement.

      community My GF says it’s working. Oral min, Dut, niz, micro needling, RU

       36 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user reports positive results in hair thickness using a regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, RU58841, and mk677. They experienced minimal side effects, noting only temporary discomfort after starting dutasteride.

      community Got Gynecomastia from Dutasteride, now what?

       7 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced gynecomastia after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering stopping dutasteride or having surgery to remove the gland. They are advised to stop dutasteride, consider surgery, and explore medications like raloxifene or tamoxifen to manage symptoms.

      community Doctor told me to come off finasteride...

       262 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user experienced gynecomastia after six months on finasteride and was advised by a doctor to stop the medication. They are awaiting blood test results to determine if they can resume finasteride, while others in the conversation discuss similar experiences and potential surgical options.

      community Why I’m treating my hair loss instead of shaving my head

       70 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using finasteride, minoxidil, red light therapy, and Nizoral shampoo, and planning a hair transplant. The discussion emphasizes the emotional impact of hair loss and the importance of mental health, while sharing personal experiences and treatment outcomes.

      community Community ranking on what new drugs/studies we are most hopeful about?

       10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including clascoterone, GT20029, ET-02, VDPHL01, and PP405, with hopes for new options by 2028. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are expected to remain effective, with clascoterone and VDPHL01 as promising alternatives.

      community 1 year progress 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg fin daily

       460 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil daily and 1mg finasteride daily but had to stop finasteride due to side effects like depression, anxiety, and gynecomastia. They are considering alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride and are currently using only topical minoxidil.

      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

       224 upvotes 9 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

      community 4 weeks in (dutasteride only).

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced hairline improvement after four weeks on 1.5mg dutasteride but had side effects like reduced libido and sensitive nipples. They plan to switch to finasteride to manage these side effects.

      community One year off fin/min and I regret it

       416 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects but plans to resume treatment. They consider using finasteride every other day and continuing topical minoxidil to manage side effects while maintaining hair.