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

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 3 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.
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      community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.

      in Shaved/buzzed  1609 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.

      community Year and 3 months progress (28m) fin + min

      in Progress Pictures  328 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 15-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil once daily, noting significant improvement after adding finasteride. They experienced mild side effects, including reduced erection strength after a year.

      community How to prevent hair loss while taking creatine?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.

      community My 6 month progress pictures: November 2023 to May 2024

      in Progress Pictures  148 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair loss progress using minoxidil 5% twice daily and finasteride, noting significant improvement. They experienced an itchy scalp initially but resolved it by washing their hair daily and using oils and conditioner as needed.

      community If you had to choose one ? Fin or min ?

      in Product  99 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about choosing between finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Most users prefer finasteride, citing its effectiveness in stopping hair loss, while some mention using both for better results.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst man

      in Chat  248 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
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      community Huberman tweet about finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  278 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

      community I hate it when people write off your hairloss info because “you’re not a doctor.”

      in Treatment  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their frustration about their cousin's refusal to take their advice on using finasteride for aggressive hair loss, despite the cousin's desperation and current use of minoxidil and consideration of PRP injections. The user, who has done extensive research, suggested the cousin needs a 5ar inhibitor, but the cousin dismisses the advice because the user isn't a doctor.

      community I'm gonna be bald by 20 and I'm not even exagerrating. Wtf do I even do?

      in Chat  77 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 16-year-old is experiencing early male pattern baldness and is considering using Minoxidil now and Finasteride after turning 18. Another user shared a positive experience with topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting improvement in hair thickness and no side effects.

      community Considering adding oral min. I’ve been on fin for 8 years. First picture is from when I was 20, second 30. The rest are now. I’m 32

      in Progress Pictures  1122 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hair loss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.

      community 5Months 0.5mg Fin + 2.5mg Oral Min | UPDATE #2

      in Progress Pictures  921 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.

      community Finasteride 8 months progress !

      in Progress Pictures  596 upvotes 1 year ago
      User "likitiiki" shared 8-month progress using only Finasteride for hair loss. Many users praised the results, while others discussed their own experiences and dosages.

      community What ever happened to pyrilutamide?

      in Technology  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide, a potentially effective hair loss treatment; other topical treatments like RU58841 and CB-03-01 that may have fewer side effects than Pyrilutamide; and the Phase 3 clinical trials of Pyrilutamide, which is likely to be approved by the FDA soon.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 2 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community (21m) 5 Month Progress Pics (Fin/Dut + Oral Min)

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21 year old's progress journey with hair loss, using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil to successfully regrow hair. The user also suggests abstaining from masturbation and porn for the first 30 days in order to manage potential side effects of these treatments.

      community Pyrilutamide is literally my only hope

      in Chat  91 upvotes 2 years ago
      Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.

      community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min

      in Update  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.