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      community Small progress after 1 year 35m

      in Progress Pictures  184 upvotes 5 months ago
      A man saw improvement in hair loss after a year using 1mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, but reduced finasteride due to side effects. He switched to 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical finasteride twice daily, microneedling weekly, and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, but may stop minoxidil due to chest pains.

      community Clascoterone study going on right now

      in Research/Science  352 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

      community 8 month progress so far (Sep 2023 - April 2024)

      in Progress Pictures  371 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user saw improvement in hair loss after 8 months by taking Finasteride three times a week, using Minoxidil, derma rolling once a week, and using Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. They also mentioned working out and taking supplements.

      community How does finasteride leave your body?

      in Chat  13 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.

      community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

      community Did anyone have any success with Redensyl, Procapil and Capixyl serums on the market ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about someone switching from Minoxidil and Finasteride to Redensyl, Procapil, and Capixyl serums due to anxiety over potential side effects, and they are inquiring about others' regrowth experiences with these serums. Some doctors in India have prescribed these serums, and the person knows others who are satisfied with the results.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 9 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 Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community About Verteporfin but not about hair

      in Technology  17 upvotes 10 months ago
      Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.

      community What happened to L'Oreal Serioxyl?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user noticing changes in the L'Oreal Serioxyl hair treatment, including a different smell, mismatched batch numbers, and a color change. They question if it's a new formula and seek alternatives to stemoxydine. Another user questions if the positive results were due to stemoxydine or other medications.

      community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.

      in Progress Pictures  815 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

      community Spironolactone or bicalutamide prescription

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.

      community DHT is higher on DUT than on FIN. Why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the fluctuation of testosterone levels in men under 40 and the difference between serum DHT and scalp DHT. It also mentions that DHT levels are higher on Dutasteride than on Finasteride, which is unusual.

      community Finasteride shed is crazy at 7 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that experiencing shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil is a common occurrence, and it is likely a part of the hair growth cycle. Many users have reported regrowth and improvement in their hair density after the shedding phase.

      community Are 10% fluridil formulations effective?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is asking if using a 10% fluridil formulation would be effective for blocking scalp androgens in addition to their current treatment of oral dutasteride.

      community So Pyrilutamide has been postponed by one year. How likely is that to happen to GT20029

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the delay in the release of a new hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and speculates on potential safety concerns as a reason for the delay. It also mentions GT20029 as another future treatment option, with a release at least five years away, and touches on the avoidance of research chemicals due to uncertainty about their authenticity.

      community Is this product worth it or is it a scam?

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user in their late thirties is skeptical about the effectiveness of a hair growth supplement and is considering switching to cheaper alternatives like Biotin. They currently use finasteride, microneedling, and are contemplating switching to Dutasteride and purchasing Nizoral shampoo.

      community Finasteride user thinking of going on Minoxidil: custom version vs. generic?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man in his 50s, who has been on Finasteride for 15 years, is considering adding a custom topical Minoxidil blend to his treatment due to recent hairline recession. He questions whether the custom blend is more effective than generic Minoxidil, expresses concerns about shedding and body hair growth, and seeks advice on application timing with styling products and whether to pursue other treatments like PRP or laser.