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community What 3 months without fin& min does😔

in Progress Pictures 261 upvotes 2 months ago

Stopping minoxidil and finasteride for three months caused significant hair loss. The user resumed treatment with 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.6mg finasteride and plans to update on progress in three months.

community Oral minoxidil or topical with tretinoin?

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of oral minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil might be more effective for non-responders to topical treatments. Concerns about side effects and the role of enzymes in activating minoxidil are also mentioned.

community A friend suggested I post here. I've been using tretinoin .05% for 3 months and I've had regrowth in my temples and hairline. Just tretinoin, no Minoxidil or fin/dut

in Is this regrowth? 1 upvotes 2 months ago

Tretinoin alone has led to hair regrowth in the temples and hairline. The user is considering oral minoxidil or dutasteride but prioritizes health first.

community End of Year 1 [Fin/Min] SonsUK

in Progress Pictures 503 upvotes 2 months ago

The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year using oral finasteride and minoxidil spray, despite skepticism from some about the authenticity of the progress. The user experienced minimal side effects, such as an itchy scalp, and emphasized the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.

community IGFBP‐rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 2 months ago

IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.

community My kid secretly took my avodart what should i do

in Is this regrowth? 42 upvotes 2 months ago

A child accidentally took Avodart, leading to concerns about DHT suppression and its effects. Users humorously discuss potential consequences and treatments like DHT injections and topical solutions.

community Exploring all options - Scalp tension theory

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

community No Response after 6 Months of 5 mg Oral Minoxidil

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 3 months ago

The user experienced no response to 5 mg oral minoxidil after 6 months, with no hair regrowth or shedding. Suggestions included trying topical finasteride, dermastamping, and addressing DHT, while some users noted that factors like aspirin or Accutane might affect results.

community Taking dutasteride for seven months.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been taking dutasteride twice a week for seven months, experiencing hair shedding and fragile strands. Suggestions include taking dutasteride daily and adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin.

community This is an 8 week difference. Is this progress of any sort?

in Is this regrowth? 86 upvotes 3 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 weeks using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride, noting healthier and denser hair. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of staying consistent with the treatment despite initial shedding.

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