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High dose niacin (1000mg daily) seems to have halted hair loss but did not regrow lost hair. The user plans to continue due to additional benefits like lower stress and higher good cholesterol.

Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.

A user experienced hair loss and thinning after starting a high-dose vitamin B complex. They are seeking advice on whether others have had similar experiences.

A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.

A user reports high DHT levels despite taking finasteride and is concerned about inconsistent blood test results. They also take modafinil, vitamin D, and magnesium supplements.

A user humorously shared that someone at their high school gave out finasteride pills, which introduced them to the drug for their receding hairline. The conversation also touched on the high school's location and appearance, with some users joking about their own hair loss and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

A user experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride/dutasteride and is asking if these levels will return to normal over time. The conversation focuses on whether these changes are temporary.

The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

A man shared how his baldness led to reconnecting with his high school crush, resulting in marriage. The conversation includes jokes and varied opinions on balding, with no specific treatments mentioned.

Researching the cost and best clinics for a hair transplant in Turkey, with the user already taking Dutasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for their Norwood 2 hair loss.

User asks about two topical dutasteride solutions and wonders if 1% concentration is overkill compared to 0.1%. They also consider trying standard topical dutasteride before using Minoxidil.

User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.

A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hair loss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.

The conversation is about someone who did not see results from using 5%, 10%, and 12.5% topical Minoxidil for hair loss and is inquiring if switching to oral Minoxidil helped others who had a similar experience. They are asking for the dosage that was effective for those who saw results with oral Minoxidil.

A 24-year-old with a high Norwood scale is seeking advice on hair loss treatments and considering a second hair transplant. They currently use topical finasteride and minoxidil, castor oil, and a derma roller, and are advised to switch to oral dutasteride and minoxidil.

User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, calcium, and selenium as supplements.

User experienced hair loss after weight loss and started using finasteride 1mg and a multivitamin called HAIRGRO. They noticed increased oily skin and sebum production and are unsure if they should continue the multivitamin.

The conversation discusses how the absorption rate of topical finasteride varies and is not equivalent to its oral form, with only a small percentage reaching the scalp. It also mentions that minoxidil in high concentrations is used topically because only a small amount is absorbed.

A 22-year-old experienced significant hair loss due to high stress, SSRI side effects, and Androgenic Alopecia, and has seen some regrowth after starting finasteride and using ketoconazole shampoo. They are inquiring if continued use of finasteride and stress reduction alone can lead to further hair regrowth.

The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to their estradiol levels being near the upper limit. They have consulted a doctor who confirmed their levels are okay to start the treatment.

A user was prescribed 5mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss, which is a higher dose typically used for prostate issues. Many suggest using a pill cutter to reduce the dose to 1mg or less per day, as it is more cost-effective and equally effective for hair loss.

Treatments for hair loss, such as minoxidil and finasteride; scalp micropigmentation; and humorous approaches to accepting baldness.

A user seeks advice on treatments for his mother's hair loss, considering Minoxidil, Finasteride, and shampoos. The mother is being monitored for breast cancer, which may be relevant.

A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.

Microneedling stimulates hair growth through stem cell activation during wound healing, not just increased blood flow. Other methods like showers or supplements don't replicate this effect.

A user is starting a hair loss treatment regimen with finasteride three times a week, minoxidil once daily, and daily supplements of pumpkin seed oil, biotin, zinc, and magnesium. They are also following a strict no alcohol, no high sugar diet, and regular exercise, and plan to post updates.

The user had high DHT levels after 8 months on dutasteride, questioning the drug's authenticity. They got dutasteride from a legitimate source and will update on progress.

The user reports taking high dosage oral minoxidil (10mg/day) for hair growth, which causes facial bloating. They tried using the diuretic furosemide to reduce bloating, but it was ineffective.

People discuss the high cost of brand name finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting generics as cheaper alternatives. They share prices from various regions, highlighting significant cost differences.