Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    600-630 / 1000+ results

      community 3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o

      in Is this regrowth?  451 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  193 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  256 upvotes 2 months ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Finasteride progress 0,5mg 1 year and 4 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  521 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has taken 0.5mg of finasteride daily for 1 year and 4 months, experiencing hair regrowth and thicker hair without significant side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to side effects and noticed improvements starting at 2-3 months, with significant results at 6-8 months.

      community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.

      community Fin year 3 results/maintainence

      in Progress Pictures  332 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user has used finasteride for three years to maintain hair thickness and is considering adding minoxidil for temple recession. They report no side effects and are satisfied, while others discuss minoxidil's pros and cons and share hair treatment experiences.

      community Has any premature balding guys actually saved and maintained their hair?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oral finasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

      community Results after 6 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  1820 upvotes 3 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.

      community Before vs 3 months on minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.

      community Balding at 19 should not be a thing

      in Treatment  94 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride, oral minoxidil, and possibly dutasteride. Users suggest continuing with finasteride and minoxidil, with some recommending dutasteride for stronger results.

      community Why is it so hard to select one

      in Satire  642 upvotes 3 months ago
      Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.

      community Guys. GUYS. Calm the hell down and listen.

      in Chat  450 upvotes 4 months ago
      Balding's emotional impact is discussed, highlighting self-acceptance and well-being. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are mentioned, but the focus is on self-care and maintaining perspective.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 4 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

      community An Update After 7 Years of Finasterise

      in Progress Pictures  126 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with finasteride for hair loss over seven years, noting it stopped hair recession and maintained their hairline. They also mentioned using minoxidil irregularly and experiencing a lower sperm count but no erectile dysfunction.

      community We need more people trying 2.5 mg dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.