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      community where does the renewed spironolactone hype come from?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Topical spironolactone is gaining attention as an alternative hair loss treatment, but it's not as effective as other options like finasteride. Oral spironolactone can cause side effects in men, and there are better topical alternatives like RU, Pyril, and CB.

      community Should i seek further blood tests given my levels?

      in Finasteride  98 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user is experiencing low libido and mood swings after starting a low dose of topical finasteride. They are considering further blood tests to investigate low testosterone levels and other hormonal factors.

      community 1 years progress. Thoughts please?

      in Is this regrowth?  59 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, with plans for a future hair transplant. They are considering additional treatments like dermastamping and exploring options for dutasteride, which is unavailable in their country.

      community *Update* month 14. First 4 pics are before i started my treatment. Still would like to see improvement by the crown & corners of my hairline hopefully.

      in Progress Pictures  298 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using HIMS topical finasteride and minoxidil spray for hair loss, with positive results but still seeks improvement at the crown and corners. They are considering reintroducing derma rolling and possibly trying oral treatments like dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and irritation.

      community September 2023 vs December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to side effects but is experiencing further hair recession. They plan to double the dosage, despite mixed feedback on the effectiveness and potential side effects of the treatments.

      community Progress pics Nov 23 to Nov 24

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with plans to add RU58841, to improve hair growth and address a stubborn bald spot. Despite initial shedding, the user noticed thicker, darker hair and plans to continue the treatment or consider a hair transplant.

      community Certified old, at 51, balding since 25, the resurrection!

      in Progress Pictures  439 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 51-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over four months, noting significant improvement and plans for future hair transplants. The user emphasized the benefits of modern treatments and societal changes in attitudes towards hair loss.

      community How can I get this spot more filled in? (Before & After)

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using a daily topical spray of finasteride and minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling, to address hair loss since August 2023, and is considering switching to oral medication for convenience and cost reasons. Despite progress, they are exploring options like increasing microneedling frequency or potentially undergoing a hair transplant to address a stubborn spot.

      community Day 1 vs Day 168 (today) of defeating the norwood reaper

      in Progress Pictures  1526 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical 5% minoxidil and oral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.

      community DHT is about to get smashed ….

      in Update  807 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments like topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and essential oils. Oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride are seen as more effective, though some prefer topicals to avoid side effects.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency

      in Chat 8 months ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.

      community Progress from Jan-June this year

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 8 months ago
      User shared progress using topical Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% daily since January, noting some improvement and no side effects. Considering adding derma rolling for better results.

      community Anyone used CB-03-01 (clascoterone), is it worth it, too risky??

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential side effects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.

      community Will minoxidil not work if there’s too much DHT present in the scalp?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for five months with little progress and is considering oral dutasteride to lower DHT levels, questioning if minoxidil is more effective with reduced DHT. They also use microneedling and tretinoin in their treatment routine.

      community 3.5 months progress - hairline

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using topical minoxidil and finasteride after 2.5 months and switched to oral finasteride, 1mg daily, and did microneedling 1.5mm seven times. They experienced occasional sleep issues and watery semen as side effects, which stopped after discontinuing the topical treatment.

      community Pyrilutamide for 16 weeks, with some progress

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      User gained hair with topical minoxidil and finasteride, then experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide. After 12 weeks, new hairs grew and existing hairs thickened, hoping for more improvement in a year.

      community What makes breezula different than formula 82f?

      in Question  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      Breezula (clascoterone) and Formula 82F (topical finasteride) are treatments for hair loss that block DHT differently; Breezula competes with DHT at the hormone receptor site without systemic effects, while 82F inhibits the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Breezula may work for those who don't respond to finasteride and vice versa.

      community My treatment from 2023 to 2025

      in General  83 upvotes 6 days ago
      The user experienced initial success with finasteride and topical minoxidil, but hair loss returned, leading to changes in treatment including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and supplements. Despite increasing minoxidil dosage, hair loss persisted, prompting consideration of injectable treatments.

      community October 2024 - Jan 2025 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using topical finasteride 1% and minoxidil 5% over four months, with no side effects and improved hair density. They initially experienced shedding, which was followed by regrowth, and they stopped dermarolling due to concerns about damaging new growth.

      community Minox 5 Months + Finasterid 3 Months

      in Progress Pictures  384 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for 5 months and oral finasteride for 3 months, reporting positive results without side effects. They apply minoxidil twice daily and take 1 mg of finasteride daily.