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      community (16yo) 3.5 months on topical fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 16-year-old using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 3.5 months to treat hair loss. They're seeing progress, despite continued shedding, and plan to start using dutasteride at 18.

      community Insane dutasteride shed 4 months after switching.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically switching from finasteride to dutasteride. The user experienced significant hair shedding after the switch, with others suggesting patience, noting similar experiences, or questioning the user's decision and medical consultation.

      community 16month progress on crazy stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.

      community Frequency/strength of topical minoxidil application

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Minoxidil (Min) for hair loss treatment. It concludes that applying a 5% solution once daily is sufficient, and applying it twice daily doesn't provide much more benefit. However, if a higher concentration is beneficial, it can be achieved by more frequent application.

      community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

      in Minoxidil  583 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

      community What an amazing time to be alive

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  181 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

      community 7 month progress - Thank you to this community!

      in Progress Pictures  409 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old used 1.25mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth, reducing finasteride to 5 times a week since September. He also started using Nizoral for dandruff, noticed an increased appetite, and experienced a temporary change in sex drive.

      community New Treatments, and a Huge Group Buy with Lots of Research

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is organizing a group buy for various compounds aimed at reversing hair loss and gray hair, and improving brain health and fat loss. The user has developed a treatment plan based on extensive research and is inviting others to participate, with the option to choose only the compounds they need.

      community To my fellow under 20s that are balding

      in Chat  127 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about young men under 20 experiencing hair loss. They discuss their experiences and treatments used, including finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min).

      community What is up with the DUT hate on tressless?

      in Chat  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Some users have had positive results with DUT, while others have experienced negative effects. Different opinions and experiences are shared, including the mention of Ashton Kutcher using DUT for 20 years without problems.

      community 11 month progress on a cocktail regiment

      in Progress Pictures  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "Dismal_Library_2264" shared their 11-month progress on a hair loss treatment regimen. They used dutasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, a hair serum, and specific shampoos. They experienced some side effects but were overall satisfied with the results.

      community 1 year later, min 2ml daily, fin 1mg to 0.5 daily + microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  147 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Salt_Ad6339, shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year, along with microneedling. However, they also mention experiencing chest/nipple pain and suspect it may be a side effect of finasteride. They decide to stop using it for now and see if minoxidil alone can maintain their hair. Other users in the conversation discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and suggest using an aromatase inhibitor to counteract them.

      community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

      in Chat  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

      community RU58841 alone vs. with Fin / Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 combined with finasteride or dutasteride is more effective than RU58841 alone for hair loss. Users suggest combining these with minoxidil and microneedling for better results.

      community Will be transition to dutasteride shortly.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hair loss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.

      community Kintor’s GT20029 Phase 1 success

      in Update  73 upvotes 1 year ago
      Kintor's GT20029, a treatment for hair loss, has completed Phase 1 successfully, showing promise as an androgen receptor degrader that could potentially regrow hair. It is considered more effective than Pyrilutamide, with infrequent dosing and minimal systemic absorption.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

      community switched from topical to oral minoxidil (topical mixed with water) 3 months ago and aside from being much easier i’ve also had much more density overall. My results aren’t even finished yet!

      in Progress Pictures 2 years ago
      This user discussed using oral minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, and was cautioned against mixing topical minoxidil with water and drinking it due to potential side effects and risks. Other users shared their concerns about the dangers of self-prescribing medications without consulting a doctor.

      community Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.

      community My fin experience over 13+ years

      in Chat  150 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.