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      community Control your blood pressure - for me this was my root issue

       9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Managing blood pressure can help with hair loss, as seen with the use of medications like Cialis and oral minoxidil, which improved hairline and blood pressure. Lifestyle changes, such as reducing stimulant use and adjusting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) doses, also play a role in addressing hair loss and overall health.

      community Hair (and eyebrow) regrowth journey (23 y/o). Around 1 year difference

       115 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shares their hair and eyebrow regrowth journey, attributing success to a routine involving Minoxidil, Dutasteride, vitamins, biotin, and fish oil, alongside improved lifestyle habits. They report no side effects from Dutasteride and minor itchiness from Minoxidil, noting significant improvements in appearance and satisfaction with the results.

      community Four months in... Progress pictures included

      in Minoxidil  215 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after four months using a 1mg finasteride and 3mg minoxidil oral pill from Phoenix, alongside lifestyle changes like increased protein intake and exercise. Despite the higher cost of Phoenix, he is hesitant to switch to a cheaper prescription due to successful results.

      community 8 months apart - got all my hair back.

       4799 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user successfully regrew their hair over 8 months using topical minoxidil, finasteride, a healthy lifestyle, and derma stamping. They emphasize the results are genuine and not from hair transplants.

      community 2 years of treatment, hair continues to get worse

       232 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is worried about hair loss despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and keto shampoo for two years and is considering switching to dutasteride. Responses suggest patience, lifestyle changes, or trying additional treatments like microneedling.

      community 6 Months Progress Oral Fin & Min

      in Progress Pictures  513 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using oral Finasteride (1mg) and Minoxidil (2.5mg) nightly, with no side effects. They also used dermastamping and biotin, emphasizing consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community I’ve been using Finasteride (7 years), RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Keto shampoo (3 days a week) and my scalp is still really itchy and inflamed. Why?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for 7 years, RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss treatment but still experiences an itchy and inflamed scalp. They have not yet tried the prescribed oral Minoxidil and are considering lifestyle factors like diet and sleep as potential contributors to the issue.

      community Almost 7 months on topical fin/min- not seeing much benefit

       12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.

      community 9 years of hair loss process and 27 months of treatment. What's going on?

       40 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss diagnosed as chronic Telogen Effluvium and male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride due to side effects but with limited success. The user plans to return to finasteride due to side effects from dutasteride, while others suggest maintaining consistent treatment and considering additional options like oral minoxidil and lifestyle changes.

      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

       101 upvotes 1 year 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 3 years on fin glad I started when I did

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, starting with 1mg five times a week and later reducing to 0.5mg six times a week for maintenance. They reported some initial side effects, like minor pain and watery semen, but no major issues, and attributed additional improvements to lifestyle changes.

      community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

      community 3 months and half month on fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  313 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using oral and topical minoxidil and finasteride for over three months. They reported minimal side effects, such as facial hair growth and minor bloating, and are optimistic about continued progress.

      community 6 months of fin + min. Best decision ever

       1642 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using finasteride and minoxidil for six months led to improved hair density and appearance. A temporary decrease in libido was noted as a side effect.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

       82 upvotes 1 year 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 Azelaic acid with ru58841 combination

      in Treatment 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using azelaic acid to reduce scalp inflammation while using RU58841 for hair loss. It suggests applying azelaic acid in the morning and RU58841 at night to avoid degradation, while also using dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community Replacing Minoxidil with Castor oil. Does it have similar side effects?

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from minoxidil, including hirsutism and facial changes, and switched to castor oil, which has not caused similar side effects. They continue using microneedling and dutasteride, reporting minor hair shedding but no significant hair loss.

      community Creatine - coming off and back on. Findings.

       64 upvotes 2 years ago
      Stopping creatine led to reduced hair loss for some, despite no proven link between creatine and hair loss. Users shared experiences, with some using minoxidil and finasteride to manage hair loss.

      community What's your unpopular opinion?

       56 upvotes 1 week ago
      Minoxidil is criticized for being inconvenient and ineffective compared to finasteride, with some users experiencing issues like flaking and greasy hair. Alternatives like adenosine are suggested, and the effectiveness of minoxidil can be improved with tretinoin and dietary changes.

      community Update on Amplifica (new drugs) and Engraft (new hair transplant technology)

       65 upvotes 2 months ago
      Amplifica is developing new molecules for hair growth, with clinical trials expected soon, while Engraft Technologies is improving FUE robotic technology to make hair transplants faster and cheaper. Users express interest in the timeline for AMP-303 and concerns about high costs and effectiveness of current treatments.

      community Can a THICK and DENSE beard partially compensate esthetically MPB

       3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but had to stop finasteride due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant and debating whether a thick beard can compensate for hair loss in terms of attractiveness.