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      community Alfatradiol only for mild thinning

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      Alfatradiol is considered safe but less effective than finasteride for hair loss. One user reported subtle regrowth using alfatradiol with finasteride and minoxidil, while another found alfatradiol ineffective.

      community My blood tests pre-fin (excluding DHT)

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a user's blood test results before starting finasteride for hair loss, noting low oestradiol and free testosterone levels. The user seeks advice on whether to begin finasteride treatment.

      community 2800 FUE Asmed Koray Erdogan Istanbul, complete failure

      in Transplants  287 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user had a failed hair transplant with 2800 FUE grafts at a clinic in Turkey, where finasteride was used, and the procedure was poorly executed by technicians rather than the main surgeon. The user later sought repair from a more experienced doctor, highlighting issues with large clinics that handle multiple patients daily.

      community Dr. Bloxham Final verteporfin update

       61 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.

      community 4 month later after FUE and fin

       51 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user had 4000 hair grafts in Denmark and started taking 0.5mg finasteride daily, reporting good progress after four months. The procedure cost 55,000 DKK (7,400 euros) and the user is pleased with the results, especially in the temples and crown areas.

      community 8 months post 4,000-graft FUE. Progress pictures + my stack

       223 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user underwent a 4,000-graft FUE hair transplant and uses finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy. They are happy with the results after 8 months and wish they had started treatments earlier.

      community Thoughts on Avixis Alfatradiol?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.

      community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.

      community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

      community My Bloodwork — After 4 Months On Finasteride.

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is on Finasteride for hair loss, taking 0.5mg daily, and plans to reduce the dose to 0.25mg while making lifestyle changes to lower prolactin, SHGB, and cortisol. They will retest in 90 days to assess progress and are open to advice.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.

      community Finastride 1 mg Only, 5 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  55 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced surprising results with 1 mg finasteride after five months, noticing reduced shedding and increased hair thickness. They plan to start minoxidil and dermastamping, reporting no significant side effects on libido.

      community 4 months Fin 0.3-0.5mg, 5% foam min, dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

      community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.

      community Just got some test results back.

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user received hormone test results showing normal estradiol and testosterone levels, low SHBG, and normal free androgen index. They are considering starting finasteride but are concerned due to being slightly overweight.

      community Concerns regarding topical fin application

       74 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical finasteride, specifically Fynzur spray, is used for diffuse thinning in long hair, but many find the cone applicator ineffective and suggest applying directly to the scalp. Some users recommend oral finasteride for more even results, while others combine it with minoxidil for better effectiveness.

      community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

      community Fluridil (Eucapil) seems like a great option?

       4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user stopped using finasteride due to side effects and is considering Fluridil (Eucapil) as an alternative for hair loss treatment. They are exploring other options like RU58841 and are interested in the experiences of others with Fluridil, noting its good safety profile despite the cost.