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      community Dutasteride half life - conflicting information

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The half-life of Dutasteride is commonly stated as around 5 weeks, but some sources suggest it is 170 hours for men aged 20–49, with further information indicating it varies from 3 days to 5 weeks depending on the dose. The user is seeking clarity on these conflicting figures.

      community Is finasteride from online providers legit ?

      in Female  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      A female with AGA is considering buying finasteride online due to its effectiveness at higher doses, despite concerns about legitimacy and potential scams. She has tried spironolactone without success and is seeking advice on purchasing finasteride from websites like minoxidilexpress.

      community [M26]1 Month Progress. Oral ED, 1.1 Fin 3 min + Biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  43 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 26-year-old man has seen hair regrowth after one month of using oral finasteride (1.1mg), minoxidil (3mg), and biotin daily, along with weekly ketoconazole shampoo and plans to add derma stamping. He reports minimal side effects and attributes an increase in libido to starting exercise, not the hair loss treatments.

      community Where is GT20029 already? Grrrr

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about frustration over the delay in phase 2 results for a hair loss treatment called GT20029. One user suspects the treatment may have failed.

      community I've tried everything and my hair is still thinning

      in Chat  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, iron supplements, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, but their hair is still thinning after 5 years. Another user suggested trying dutasteride.

      community 60-day progress with Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  879 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared a 60-day progress update on hair regrowth using only 5% Minoxidil foam once daily. Others suggested adding finasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss and maintain long-term results.

      community My barber noticed my progress 😁

      in Update  209 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user's barber noticed significant improvement in their hair thickness after they started using 2.5mg Minoxidil since August 2023 and 1mg Finasteride daily since September 2023. The user has experienced some headaches when missing Minoxidil doses but has not noticed major side effects.

      community Father has decent amount of hair but im balding ?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is concerned about male pattern baldness despite their father having hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist and considering finasteride or dutasteride, as natural methods are ineffective.

      community Balding at a young age - Hair loss Journey & Resolution

      in Hair Systems  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      A young individual experienced early hair loss and tried various treatments including Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, and topical finasteride, which stopped the hair loss but did not regrow hair. Ultimately, they found a solution in a hair system, which restored their confidence and allowed them to participate in social activities again.

      community 1 year topical fin/min coupled with frontal HT

      in Progress Pictures  192 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community 10 month update, natural treatment results.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 10-month update on natural hair loss treatment, with mixed feedback on its effectiveness. Some suggest using finasteride and minoxidil for better results.

      community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

      community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

      in Update  284 upvotes 9 months ago
      A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

      community February 2023 to December 2023

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user used Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5 daily from February to December 2023, resulting in thicker hair without much change to the hairline. Brand and shedding were discussed, but no specific brand was mentioned, and no answer was given about shedding.

      community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

      in Treatment  247 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  71 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community Has anybody done microneedling and NOT seen results?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The post discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, with the original poster seeking experiences of those who didn't see positive effects. A reply suggests that while microneedling doesn't guarantee hair regrowth, it increases the chances if done correctly.

      community HMI-115 update: Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine Enter Manufacturing Agreement to Speed up the Launch of First-in-class Antibody Drug HMI-115 Targeting Endometriosis and Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 11 months ago
      Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine are speeding up the launch of a first-in-class antibody drug, HMI-115, for endometriosis and androgenic alopecia. The treatment involves a series of subcutaneous injections, has shown promising results in phase 1, and continues to promote hair regrowth even after the treatment is stopped.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 11 months 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 Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  194 upvotes 11 months ago
      A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

      community Can hair thinning be reversed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (Dut) and Minoxidil (Min) in reversing hair thinning. The user has been using Dut for 3 months and Min for a couple of years, and while hair fall has reduced, thinning continues. Other users suggest that Dut can reverse hair thinning over time, possibly beyond a year, and the outcome depends on individual body reactions and the degree of hair miniaturization.