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      community Finasteride and Its Effects on Cognition: Where's the Science?

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including low-dose minoxidil, finasteride, and essential oils, and expressed concerns about the cognitive side effects of finasteride. They are seeking more information on how finasteride may affect cognition and are considering whether to continue or stop the treatment.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

      community 60 days progress using min/fin spray

      in Progress Pictures  265 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 60-day progress using minoxidil and finasteride spray, combined with derma stamping, shampooing twice weekly, vitamins, intense conditioning training, and a carnivore/ketovore diet. The most recent post includes pictures of the progress following a haircut and shower, with hair air dried.

      community Hair loss treatments rated (by gpt-4)

      in Research/Science  252 upvotes 1 year ago
      Rating treatments for hair loss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.

      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 Quick rant about fin/dut posts on this sub.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  175 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments Finasteride and Dutasteride are discussed, with emphasis on their safety and effectiveness. Users share frustration about fear-mongering and side effect discussions, suggesting trust in scientific studies and FDA approval.

      community Hair Loss Drugs Ranked in Order of Efficacy

      in Research/Science  67 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.

      community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

      community How are people getting DUT so easily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

      community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

      in Chat  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  443 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Warning: Your Rogaine Foam Might Not Contain Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  373 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.

      community 48M, 11 month progress, 1MG finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  627 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 48-year-old man's 11-month progress using 1mg finasteride for hair loss treatment, with significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share their experiences, with some also seeing positive results, while others have not been as successful.

      community Dutasteride 2 years 3 month results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  251 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user tried dutasteride for hair loss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.

      community Tristan Tate stopped using fin i guess???

      in Satire  468 upvotes 2 months ago
      Tristan Tate's hair loss is discussed, with mentions of finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride as treatments. Users speculate on his hair styling, steroid use, and legal troubles.

      community Guide: How to EASILY get prescription oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation provides a six-step guide on how to get a prescription for oral minoxidil (OM) for hair loss by finding a supportive dermatologist, even if they are not local, and preparing a case for its use during a virtual consultation. The guide emphasizes the importance of research, insurance considerations, and the potential for initial hair shedding with OM treatment.

      community 2nd day on pyrilutamide - what I noticed so far

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide and experienced mild chest discomfort and tightness, similar to previous side effects from RU58841. They plan to reduce the dosage due to these side effects and will provide an update on the results in 1-2 months.