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      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 3 months 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 High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Redensyl Megathread !!!!

       43 upvotes 5 years ago
      Redensyl, which is a topical alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss. It may have advantages such as not making the hair greasy and lasting longer after discontinuing use than minoxidil. There are some positive reports from users, but also some negative ones, so it's unclear how effective this treatment will be in comparison to Minoxidil and other treatments like Finasteride or RU58841.

      community Being Bald vs Balding - My experience after shaving it off

      in Update  217 upvotes 1 month ago
      A man in his thirties found increased confidence after shaving his head, despite years of hair loss. Others discussed using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  45 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Massive study on finasteride side effects released

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  83 upvotes 2 years ago
      The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.

      community I’ve been on finasteride for 6 months today, now what?

      in Update  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20 year old male using finasteride for 6 months, who is still shedding hair and wonders what to do next; other users suggest waiting 6-12 more months and adding minoxidil and microneedling, as well as patience, since results can take up to two years.

      community Topical Dutasteride is Here.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  153 upvotes 3 years ago
      The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.

      community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.

      in Minoxidil  73 upvotes 4 years ago
      Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.

      community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said

      in Finasteride  236 upvotes 7 years ago
      The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.

      community Carnitine Tartrate + Potassium chloride + Niacin

       7 upvotes 10 years ago
      The post discusses using Carnitine Tartrate, Potassium Chloride, and Niacin to reduce hair shedding, with the user experiencing significant improvement. The user also suggests considering a ketogenic/paleo diet for those with insulin resistance-related hair loss.

      community (Almost) 3 months on fin+min & microneedle.

      in Progress Pictures  1326 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil daily, and microneedling every two weeks for three months to treat hair loss. They are happy with the progress and considering adding ketoconazole shampoo to their routine.

      community 3 months. Dut, Min, Keto, Vitamin D, exercise

      in Progress Pictures  353 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.

      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.

      community Topical minoxidil 3 months results

      in Progress Pictures  624 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.

      community 6 months on oral minox with no result

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who had taken oral minoxidil for 6 months without seeing any results and the advice given in response, which included trying microneedling in combination with topical minoxidil, as well as seeking a dermatologist's opinion.

      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 48 Days Fin, Min, and Derm Part 2

      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discussed their positive experience with hair loss treatments Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dermarolling, showing significant progress in 48 days. Other users expressed interest in trying these treatments, asked about side effects, and one noted that they've observed good results in black people.

      community Almost 90 days. The hair gods taketh and now giveth.

      in Progress Pictures  721 upvotes 1 year ago
      User "mynameisbogus" shares hair regrowth progress after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others in the conversation praise the impressive results and discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Post Hair Transplant - Day 10 Scabs Off

      in Transplants  346 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is 10 days post-hair transplant, pleased with the results so far, and hopes for increased density. The procedure was done at Vanity Hospital in Istanbul, with around 3400-3750 grafts used.