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

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 1 week 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 Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

      in Treatment  548 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

      community Is this good improvement? 3-4 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  479 upvotes 2 months 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 Why does finasteride stop working?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.

      community Finasteride is ****ing magical

      in Update  314 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

      community "but it will hurt my gains bro"

      in Satire  1301 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and their effects on hair and muscle gains. Users debate effectiveness and side effects, mixing scientific approaches with jokes.

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

      in Progress Pictures  1520 upvotes 4 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 11 months on fin + min. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  911 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.

      community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz

      in Treatment  929 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.

      community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 7 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

      community One year later, fin won't work for everyone

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.

      community I enjoy taking finasteride every day

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  241 upvotes 8 months ago
      Users discuss their positive experiences with finasteride for hair loss, mentioning halted hair loss, hair regrowth, and improved self-esteem. Some express satisfaction in taking action against baldness, while others note increased libido and energy.

      community Has anyone ever had success with just micro-needling?

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 8 months ago
      People are discussing if microneedling alone can improve hair loss without using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Some users report moderate success with microneedling and natural remedies, but most suggest that results are better when combined with medical treatments.

      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  27 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

      community 2.5 months topical minoxidil Progress

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 2.5 months using topical minoxidil. Some suggest adding finasteride for long-term results, while others share their experiences with side effects or alternative treatments like dermarolling and dietary improvements.

      community Went from almost balding to some this!

      in Progress Pictures  498 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user successfully regrew hair after nearly going bald by using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, plasma injections, and mesotherapy over 9 months. They plan to try derma rolling and have an alarm set for taking medication, noting increased sexual drive as a side effect.