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      community 22M 8.5 months oral fin / 4 months topical min

      in Progress Pictures  580 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old man shared his 8.5-month experience with oral finasteride and 4-month experience with topical minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement in hair density and hairline without side effects. Other users expressed envy and curiosity about his results, with some sharing their own varied experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community 47 year old. Finasteride for 1 year+

      in Progress Pictures  292 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 47-year-old has been using finasteride since December 2022 to treat hair thinning and has seen gradual improvement, especially between March and August. They take 1mg three times a week and have noticed increased hair density and thickness.

      community 3 months results | minoxidil & finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  269 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hair loss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hair loss.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community Will my liver get destroyed long term on this stack ??

      in Chat  15 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is considering a long-term hair loss treatment stack including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about potential liver damage. Some responses suggest the stack is excessive, while others believe it's not harmful to the liver, but recommend regular blood work to monitor health.

      community "Dutasteride Ruined My Hairline!"

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for six months and experienced significant hair shedding, especially at the hairline, and is seeking advice. Some suggest continuing the treatment and being patient, while others share mixed experiences with dutasteride and consider switching back to finasteride or adding other treatments like RU58841.

      community Why use Finasteride instead of Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 9 months ago
      People are discussing why some choose finasteride over dutasteride for hair loss, noting that while dutasteride is more effective, it's also more expensive, less researched, and potentially has more side effects. Some users shared personal experiences with side effects from both drugs, and others mentioned that finasteride is FDA approved for hair loss, while dutasteride is not, except in Japan.

      community Update: 18 months - June ‘22-Jan ‘24

      in Progress Pictures  525 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing an 18-month update on their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly microneedling. They noticed hair regrowth after 3 months and are using a combination spray of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Found this meme on a forum……..

      in Satire  150 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a meme related to hair loss that influenced someone to start taking finasteride. Another person agrees that the meme accurately represents the situation.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community 4 months topical min and 1,5 months topical fin. Also microneedling almost every week. Do you see a difference?

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's 4-month progress using topical minoxidil and 1.5-month use of topical finasteride, along with almost weekly microneedling, for hair loss. Some responses indicate noticeable improvement and encourage continued use, while others suggest it's too early to judge effectiveness and mention the possibility of a hair transplant.

      community 5 month progress, should i add fin?

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. Some suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, while others commend the current regimen's effectiveness.

      community 2.5 years progress on minoxidil + finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  309 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his 2.5-year hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and finasteride, initially experiencing side effects but later continuing treatment with no issues, resulting in improved hair. He lifts weights and wrestles weekly, plans to continue treatment indefinitely, and has had no hairline issues, only diffuse thinning.

      community My progress after 13 months on dutasteride and Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  679 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 13 months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, noting improved self-confidence and physical fitness. They reported noticeable results after 2 months, with significant improvement by 7-8 months, and no major side effects.

      community Thanksgiving meme for all my bald friends 😃

      in Satire  567 upvotes 1 year ago
      People regret not starting hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to prevent hair loss.

      community Switched from finasteride to dutasteride - 2 month update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, but experienced increased libido, itchy scalp, and accelerated hair loss. Another user suggested that genetic variations might cause dutasteride to be less effective and recommended checking for specific genetic markers.

      community Follow up appointment with Donovan.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.

      community 8 months on finasteride, I will continue with only fin for one full year until I hop on anything else. 24M, 1.25mg daily. Every pic is taken at the start of every month, the first one is when i started the medication.

      in Progress Pictures  588 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 8-month progress on finasteride for hair loss treatment, with plans to continue for a full year. The user experienced initial shedding and scalp itch, which subsided, leading to hair growth. Other users discussed the necessity of continuous treatment to maintain results.

      community HMI-115 update: Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine Enter Manufacturing Agreement to Speed up the Launch of First-in-class Antibody Drug HMI-115 Targeting Endometriosis and Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine are speeding up the launch of a first-in-class antibody drug, HMI-115, for endometriosis and androgenic alopecia. The treatment involves a series of subcutaneous injections, has shown promising results in phase 1, and continues to promote hair regrowth even after the treatment is stopped.

      community Update: 16 months deep - big 3

      in Progress Pictures  407 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.

      community What an amazing time to be alive

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  182 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.