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      community How bad is nicotine when it comes to hairloss

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the impact of nicotine and caffeine on hair loss. The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss treatment and is questioning whether to stop using nicotine products.

      community 27F with questions

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.

      community Checking in with my post-fin symptoms

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.

      community My experience on the Peat diet

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      Following a Ray Peat diet led to less hair fall, thicker hair, and new hair growth at bald spots. The diet included stopping Omega 3 supplements, eating liver, increasing fruit, sugar, and saturated fat intake, and occasionally consuming coffee, tea, raw carrots, and shellfish.

      community Is this regrowth? My doctor took these photos and said I looked better.

      in Satire  136 upvotes 5 days ago
      The conversation humorously discusses an extensive and exaggerated hair loss treatment regimen, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, RU58841, and various other therapies. Despite the numerous treatments, the effectiveness is questioned, and the user humorously considers adding more minoxidil.

      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

      in Research/Science  100 upvotes 1 week ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.

      community Mexican balding victim here, 3 months

      in Is this regrowth?  49 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user started using oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) and dutasteride (1 mg) for hair loss three months ago and noticed no side effects, possibly due to regular exercise. They speculate a possible link between COVID-19 and accelerated hair loss.

      community 3ish months in w topical min. Happy but should I expect more?

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about a user who has been using topical minoxidil for 3 months and oral finasteride for 2.5 years to combat hair loss, with positive results so far. The user is curious about future hair growth and considers additional treatments like dermarolling and low-level laser therapy.

      community Starting on finasteride at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 17-year-old is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite concerns about potential side effects and the impact on development. The user is advised to check if puberty is complete and to consider using only minoxidil until adulthood.

      community Update on my progress after 10,5 months

      in Progress Pictures  148 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using a combination of oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding recently. Suggestions include simplifying the regimen by dropping finasteride and topical minoxidil, and possibly adding RU58841, while others advise maintaining the current approach for consistent results.

      community Does dermarolling actually work?

      in Microneedling  30 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some users reporting positive results when combined with Minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential skin damage and infections. Tretinoin is suggested as an alternative to enhance Minoxidil absorption.

      community 11 years of finasteride usage 1 mg a day

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  419 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 11-year experience with finasteride, noting temporary increased shedding that stopped, and advised continuing the treatment despite seasonal shedding. They reported no side effects and maintained a full head of hair.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community Cbum's hair transplant looks absolutely terrible

      in Transplants  972 upvotes 1 month ago
      A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.

      community KX826 New Phase 3 Trial In China for 2025: 1.0% concentration

      in Research/Science  59 upvotes 1 month ago
      KX-826 is undergoing Phase III trials in China as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, with some users considering it as an alternative or addition to finasteride and dutasteride. Opinions on its effectiveness vary, with some users reporting positive results and others finding it expensive and ineffective.

      community My progress lmk if you need advice 22 years old

      in Is this regrowth?  189 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and copper peptides are discussed as treatments for hair loss, with users sharing experiences and concerns about side effects and effectiveness. Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are suggested for better regrowth, while topical minoxidil caused irritation for some.

      community Been on 0.5 Dut and 2.5 oral min for 2.5 months

      in Is this regrowth?  93 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil daily, along with weekly derma rolling, to address hair thinning. They have seen some improvement but are advised to wait at least 6 months for significant results.

      community One year of progress (Fin, 1mg)

      in Is this regrowth?  281 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started finasteride (1mg) a year ago for hair thinning, experiencing stabilization but not significant regrowth. Suggestions included adding minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for improved results.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Hair journey from December 2021 - today.

      in Progress Pictures  611 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil and finasteride since December 2021, experiencing shedding phases but ultimately achieving positive results by sticking with the treatment. They advise others to continue with their regimen despite shedding, as it can be a sign of the treatment working.

      community What are your thoughts on this solution?

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of Minoxidil, finasteride, and triamcinolone. Concerns are raised about high concentrations of Minoxidil and the long-term use of corticosteroids.

      community 4 months apart (aug 15 - dec 19)

      in Progress Pictures  538 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement over four months using 1 mg finasteride and 5 mg minoxidil daily. They reported no significant side effects and plan to reduce the minoxidil dose once satisfied with the results.

      community Thoughts on a previous stack m

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses past and current hair loss treatments, with the user reflecting on expensive peptide treatments like topical Dutasteride, Latanoprost, and others, which were ultimately deemed less effective than oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil. The user now prefers the latter due to their cost-effectiveness and efficacy.