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      community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

      in Update  430 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

      community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Peppermint Oil vs Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experienced positive results for hair loss using minoxidil but stopped due to side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. They are considering peppermint oil as an alternative and are curious about its effectiveness and potential side effects.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community 10 month update transplant 2300 grafts & 7 1/2 months min/fin topical

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 10-month update on their hair loss treatment, including a hair transplant of 2300 grafts and 7.5 months of using a topical minoxidil/finasteride solution and ketoconazole shampoo. They expressed regret for not starting the medications sooner and reported side effects like heart palpitations, which improved after cutting out caffeine.

      community Quitting Caffeine, Reducing Sugar, and Generally Improving Health as a Whole Has Personally Reduced Miniaturization and Shedding for Me as Well as Given Me Slight Improvements in Temporal Density.

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced hair loss improvement by quitting caffeine, reducing sugar intake, and improving overall health, while also using rosemary oil conditioner. They previously tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling, but stopped due to side effects and heart palpitations.

      community RU58841 One month difference comparison

      in Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, with one user sharing a one-month difference in their hair after using it. Users discuss where to buy RU58841, potential side effects including heart issues, and mixed opinions on its effectiveness, with some questioning the need for treatment based on the before and after pictures.

      community Have to share with you guys. I’m 41. Can’t believe this is actually working. I was bald as hell 1 year ago. I have a ways to go still. Pics of all products included. Most purchased on Amazon

      in Progress Pictures  1315 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of derma stamping, Retinol, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841, with no side effects. Others discussed their varied experiences with these treatments, including concerns about potential side effects like heart issues and sexual dysfunction.

      community Has anybody tried this product from Hims? Does it work?

      in Product  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a product from Hims that combines finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin in one pill for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with one praising its effectiveness, while another warns against potential heart-related side effects of oral minoxidil, suggesting topical solutions instead.

      community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

      in Update  147 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

      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.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1212 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community Low dose oral minoxidil, any success stories?

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 3 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil shows mixed results, with some users experiencing hair regrowth and others seeing no significant change. Finasteride is also commonly used, often in combination with minoxidil, and is generally considered effective with a low rate of side effects.

      community 2 Years Results - 0.5mg Fin Only.

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 2-year results using only 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement after 8-10 months and no major shedding or side effects. They are 34 years old and have avoided using Minoxidil.

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

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 7 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 Oral minoxidil works wonders!!!

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth on his crown after using oral minoxidil (initially 1.25 mg, increased to 2.5 mg, then reduced back to 1.25 mg) and finasteride (1 mg), without side effects except increased hair on arms, beard, and eyelashes. He also used anaphase conditioner and shampoo but no derma rolling or additional multivitamins.

      community 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.

      community Roughly 1.5 years progress. Dut, Fin, Minox, RU.

      in Progress Pictures  795 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's progress with treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.

      community 11 month progress on oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  415 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and 10mg biotin, with noticeable results after 3-4 months. They reported a decrease in libido as a side effect and considered switching to minoxidil only, but were advised against it.

      community Fermented Rice Water ..... ???

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hair loss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.