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      community Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community Does switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride cause a shed?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss can cause increased shedding, which may indicate the treatment is working by replacing old hairs with new ones. The original poster is experiencing aggressive hair thinning despite long-term treatment.

      community Finasteride - Beard Shedding -

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 25-year-old male using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil for hair loss experienced stabilized scalp hair but began noticing beard shedding. Users suggest that Finasteride can slow beard growth, and some recommend using Minoxidil on the beard to counteract thinning.

      community 3 month 1mg finasteride 2.5mg oral minoxidil progress

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, improving from NW5-6 to NW3-4 in three months. They plan to get a hair transplant in February and reported no side effects except increased body hair growth.

      community 4600 FUT Hair Transplant 16 month post second surgery progress

      in Transplants  3670 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user had two FUT hair transplants with 4,600 grafts for increased density, costing about $11,000 each, and has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over five years without side effects. The results are natural-looking with no visible scarring, and the user finds the procedure valuable despite the cost.

      community How long should I wait to see if 5 mg oral min works for me? Titrated a couple weeks ago from 2.5 mg. Started at 1.25 mg about 300 days ago

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.

      community What would hair loss treatment be like in the 2030s?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses future hair loss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.

      community 11 Months Topical Fin 0.3%+Min 6% daily, Last 2 Months Added Min 5% Foam at Night, Late 30s Male Progress

      in Progress Pictures  186 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "_Mad_Jack_" shared their progress pictures of using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months. They experienced good hair retention and increased overall hair count, but no regrowth of the hairline. They are considering switching to oral finasteride and microneedling for better results. Testicular pain was a side effect experienced during the treatment. Another user mentioned getting a hair transplant to cover their crown.

      community Finasteride & Dutasteride success!

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 1 day ago
      The user experienced hair loss and initially used Finasteride, but switched to Dutasteride after continued shedding. Dutasteride stabilized their hair density with mild side effects, and they did not use Minoxidil.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 3 months ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community 4 month topical fin and min progress

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased the topical treatments to twice daily for faster results, experiencing only initial shedding.

      community Growing and losing hair at the same time (24M) . Extremely confused!

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride, later switching to dutasteride, higher-dose minoxidil, iron supplements, and derma stamping, which initially improved his condition. However, after moving to a stressful environment and undergoing minor surgery, his hair loss rapidly increased, particularly on one side of his temple.

      community 47 year old. Finasteride for 1 year+

      in Progress Pictures  292 upvotes 9 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 Hair shed is driving me crazy/coping with stress

      in Female  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old female is experiencing hair loss and has tried PRP, Minoxidil 5% with Biotin, and weekly needling sessions. Her doctor suggested switching to GFC treatment and stopping the needling sessions due to increased shedding, which may be caused by Minoxidil.

      community How insane is this oral min shed?

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.

      community The Battle of Norwood (2024) | Dut 0.5 mg ED + Oral Min 5 mg ED

      in Progress Pictures  513 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, with the user reporting significant improvement in hair volume after combining these treatments. Some side effects mentioned include changes in libido and increased facial hair, but overall, the user is satisfied with the results.

      community Need Advice on Addressing Hair Loss: Big 4 or Jump Straight to Transplant?

      in Chat  19 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hair loss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hair loss before considering a transplant.

      community I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  123 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.

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

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 8 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 11 months update / Finasteride 1mg + 5% Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  777 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 11-month progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5%. The user is happy with the significant hairline regrowth and increased density, and is considering dermarolling for further improvement.

      community Finasteride sides succes story (AMA)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride, reporting severe side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen, which improved after stopping the medication. They emphasized the risks of finasteride and decided not to resume its use despite hair loss stabilization.

      community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.