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      community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

      in Treatment  121 upvotes 3 months ago
      Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3054 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

      community Topical fin and min and swallowing semen

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  118 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.

      community Finasteride and minoxidil Dec 1st to may 10th

      in Is this regrowth?  392 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about someone's progress with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil from December 1st to May 10th. They also mention using a topical treatment with a concentration of 0.004 per spray.

      community + 5 years Finasteride and dermarroll journey PICS and ACTUAL DILEMMA

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.

      community Sucess story for you guys, pics are 10+ years apart.

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a success story showing hair regrowth over 10 years, attributing it to quitting creatine and taking 0.5mg finasteride. Some commenters were skeptical about creatine's impact, while others inquired about side effects, and the original poster reported no negative effects from finasteride.

      community Update: 4 Month progress on Fin/Min plus dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  559 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and received positive reactions and inquiries from others. They also mentioned lifestyle changes such as quitting creatine, alcohol, and smoking, which may have contributed to their success.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community My doc asked me to use this, I'm 17

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss due to hard water was advised by a dermatologist to use a treatment containing Minoxidil and vitamins. A respondent confirmed the treatment's safety but warned that discontinuing Minoxidil could worsen hair loss.

      community 2 year fin/min progress (age 27-29)

      in Progress Pictures  302 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user's two-year progress using 1mg of oral finasteride daily and twice daily application of 5% minoxidil solution for hair loss. The user experienced temporary side effects but is pleased with the results, and another user warns about the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.

      community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

      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 Does Ashwagandha cause hair loss?

      in Chat  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      User asks if Ashwagandha causes hair loss while using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Replies suggest Ashwagandha may increase shedding, but raising testosterone within normal levels likely won't significantly affect hair loss.

      community [progress] Finasteride 42 MONTHS update

      in Update  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user's 42 month experience using finasteride for hair loss, their opinion on minoxidil use and the potential of pyrilutamide and another Chinese drug as treatments.

      community Beginning my hair treatment journey

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old noticed hair thinning and mild receding hairline, opting for a treatment regime excluding finasteride and minoxidil. The regime includes derma rolling, rosemary and coconut oil, a massage comb, a DHT-blocker shampoo, and vitamins B12 and Biotin.

      community After Exosomes Treatment.

       16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user who underwent exosomes treatment for hair loss and reported their experience, with other users discussing the procedure and offering advice. They discussed options such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and hair transplants.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  570 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.

      community Perez Hilton Had 3 Transplants.. Yet Losing Hair.. Someone Explain?

      in Transplants  74 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses Perez Hilton's hair loss despite having three hair transplants. Participants suggest that hair loss can continue after a transplant if maintenance treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are not used, and that transplanted hair can still be susceptible to loss.

      community discouraged about pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Discouragement regarding Pyrilutamide, a drug in development for hair loss, and the potential side effects of Finasteride. People discussed anecdotal experiences with Pyrilutamide as well as suggestions to wait out Phase 3 trials before making any conclusions.

      community Balding at the age of 17 years old

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  171 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Stop expecting results in 2 months!

      in Treatment  125 upvotes 4 months ago
      People discussing hair loss treatments emphasize the need for patience, as results from using finasteride and minoxidil can take 8-12 months or longer. Some users report early signs of improvement, while others experience continued shedding or slower progress.