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      community 3 month update + advice needed

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 22-year-old male is using 5% topical minoxidil, microneedling, saw palmetto, and biotin for hair loss with positive results but is considering switching to finasteride. Many users suggest adding finasteride for better long-term results, with some recommending online prescriptions due to local prescription challenges.

      community It has been 1 year. Should I keep going or give up?

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is considering whether to continue their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil spray, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. Suggestions include increasing minoxidil application, adding multivitamins, improving sleep, and possibly switching to dutasteride, while the consensus is to keep going with the treatment.

      community New BBC article on Finasteride just dropped

      in Chat  318 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with mixed opinions on side effects like sexual dysfunction and mood changes. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about potential risks and insufficient information.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Selfmade. I hope you like it 😅

      in Satire  633 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with mixed results and experiences. Some users express concerns about side effects, while others share their regrowth stories or consider alternative solutions like hair transplants or shaving.

      community What happens to the excess testosterone after using dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 2 months ago
      Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

      community Why Diffuse Thinning is Worse Than a Receding Hairline

      in Research/Science  149 upvotes 3 months ago
      Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects the entire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hair density.

      community [24M] 4 month update oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user reported good progress in hair regrowth, especially on the crown, after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for four months and recently switched to dutasteride. The community responded positively, noting realistic progress and offering tips for consistent photo documentation.

      community 6 months progress 1mg finasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  310 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride daily without side effects. They are advised to continue treatment to maintain results and consider cost-effective purchasing options.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 6 months ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      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 8 months min and fin… feeling pretty hopeful

      in Progress Pictures  481 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hair transplant and recommend considering oral finasteride.

      community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.

      community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??

      in Research/Science  17 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.