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      community Is this good improvement? 3-4 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  479 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair density and thickness after 3-4 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, ketoconazole, and biotin. They apply minoxidil right after dermastamping without any side effects or shedding.

      community New Hair Loss Treatment: Adipose Derived Secretomes

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adipose-derived stem cell secretome showed significant improvement in hair density and growth, especially when combined with minoxidil, suggesting a synergistic effect. The study had limitations, including a small sample size and potential bias.

      community 25M (2.5mg Oral Min + 1mg Oral Fin Daily)

       321 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing improved hair density after 4 months on oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) and 2 months on oral finasteride (1 mg) with no side effects. He is encouraged by the progress and plans to continue the treatment, considering additional methods like microneedling and PRP for further improvement.

      community Still losing ground on finasteride

       4 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding and loss of density after adjusting finasteride dosage due to side effects and is considering whether to maintain the current dose or increase it. Suggestions include being patient with the current dose, considering adding minoxidil, and possibly trying dutasteride if issues persist.

      community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

      in Treatment  44 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community Something not talked about in the hair transplant industry

      in Transplants  111 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair transplant success largely depends on individual biology, with many patients needing multiple procedures to achieve satisfactory density. Even top surgeons can't guarantee results, and many people use additional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly

       19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.

      community Creatine seems to be thinning my hair

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Creatine use may lead to increased hair thinning, especially for those genetically prone to hair loss, prompting some users to stop its use. Topical finasteride is used to manage hair loss, but concerns remain about creatine's impact on hair density.

      community Dr. Gary Linkov has just released a video talking about PP405.

       103 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promising results for hair density improvement, potentially outperforming Minoxidil in a shorter time. However, its public release is expected around 2029/2030, and its cost and availability remain uncertain.

      community The curious case of John Cazale’s hair

      in Satire  322 upvotes 5 months ago
      John Cazale's hairline showed strong recession at the temples but maintained solid volume and density, sparking discussion on different hair loss patterns and the importance of overall hair density. Treatments like Minoxidil and Spironolactone were mentioned as potential factors in maintaining hair, though genetics and styling were also considered significant.

      community Non responsive diffuse thinning

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.

      community DUT 1 Year Progress Pictures… any difference?

      in Progress Pictures  68 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and noticed some hair density improvement after a year, despite initial shedding. Their regimen includes dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and biotin with vitamin D.

      community Starting 1mg Fin + 5% topical Min

       14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss, along with a dermaroller, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and Nizoral shampoo. Users express optimism about the potential improvement in hair density.

      community Diffuse thinner, would I respond well to a hair transplant?

       29 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has started taking 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, planning to wait a year before considering a hair transplant. They are advised to be patient, consult with doctors, and see how the medication affects their hair density before proceeding with surgery.

      community Dutasteride (.5mg) is some strong stuff!

       54 upvotes 4 years ago
      User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.

      community Topical Dutasteride Seems to Work

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 10 months ago
      Topical dutasteride, particularly at 0.05%, shows greater hair density improvement than oral finasteride over 24 weeks, though hair thickness gains are similar. Some users report side effects with topical treatments, but others find them effective for maintaining hair without significant systemic absorption.

      community Taking Charge of Your Hair: The "Big 3 Stack" Explained for 2023

       129 upvotes 3 years ago
      The "Big 3 Stack" for hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hair loss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.

      community Opinion on the recent clascoterone breakthrough?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.

      community Pre styler thickening clay recommendation

       2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user recommends a thickening clay as a great pre-styling product for hair volume and texture, despite its poor hold. They also mention using finasteride and express skepticism about the effectiveness of a shampoo containing saw palmetto and caffeine.

      community 13 months fin progress (0.5mg ED)

       345 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been taking 0.5 mg finasteride daily for 13 months, resulting in improved crown density and hairline, but individual hair thickness is still lacking. They plan to start taking 1.25 mg oral minoxidil to enhance regrowth and thickness.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

       15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community Am i showing signs of regrowth/stabilisation???

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been taking oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin for 3 months and noticed changes in hair texture, suggesting potential regrowth or stabilization. Baby hairs and increased hair density are seen as positive signs.