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      community 3yr Fin/Dut/Niz NW3+ —> NW1.5 Pictures with Writeup

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user improved their hair loss from NW3+ to NW1.5 over three years using a regimen of dutasteride, finasteride, Nizoral, biotin, and collagen. They experienced some side effects and adjusted dosages over time, and noted additional benefits like better skin and muscle gain.

      community Blood Test Results

      in Update  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared blood test results and experienced side effects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce side effects.

      community Topical rapamycin, metformin, a-kg grow hair

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical rapamycin, metformin, and alpha-ketoglutarate (a-KG) for hair growth, with skepticism expressed about their effectiveness based on personal experience and existing use. It also mentions AICAR, known as cardarine or GW, which is not suitable for long-term use due to cancer risks in animal studies and its similarity to metformin.

      community “Just shave it” is bullshit

       137 upvotes 4 years ago
      Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.

      community Lifestyle choices and your hair....

       6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A person noticed increased hair thinning after changing their workout routine from cycling to weightlifting, which also coincided with a rise in testosterone levels. They are considering stopping intense workouts, switching to yoga, cutting out caffeine, and re-evaluating after a few months to see if it improves their hair condition.

      community Pumpkin seed oil actually helps with hair loss (MPB) see study

       54 upvotes 5 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.

      community 8 months Finasteride Progress (pictures in comments)

      in Finasteride  67 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user reports 8 months of hair growth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5k biotin daily, Nizoral 1% biweekly, a multivitamin daily, and Vitamin D 2000IU daily, with pictures provided for reference. Commenters discuss the improved thickness and length of the hair, with some suggesting a buzz cut for better comparison, which the user declines.

      community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

       11 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

      community Ultimate Stack without nuking your gender (you'll go broke)

      in Treatment  75 upvotes 1 day ago
      A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hair growth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.

      community Minor progress at around 3 months min/fin chewable

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after three months using chewable minoxidil and finasteride, but had to stop dutasteride due to severe side effects. They added topical minoxidil and microneedling to their routine and are considering topical anti-androgens for further improvement.

      community Balding at 19 should not be a thing

      in Treatment  94 upvotes 1 week 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 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more

      in Minoxidil  639 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.

      community This is what some balding dudes are like

      in Satire  1040 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Some people avoid finasteride due to side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hair loss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

      community Exploring all options - Scalp tension theory

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

      community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

      in Chat  162 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

      community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  203 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

      community 4 months using Finasteride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  677 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral Minoxidil 5mg and Finasteride 1mg, with users sharing their experiences and progress. The original poster reports no side effects and noticeable progress after four months of treatment.

      community 3 month into 2.5mg dutasteride - no hairs fall out of my head anymore

      in Technology  37 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP reports that after 3 months on 2.5mg dutasteride, their hair has stopped falling out and is thick again, but they are considering stopping due to potential mood and energy side effects. Other users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and side effects, with some suggesting lower doses or alternative treatments like topical applications.