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      community Update: going nuclear! (Switch to dut)

      in Update  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant in March 2025 and has been using finasteride since 2023, which halted hair loss but didn't fully restore density. They plan to use dutasteride twice weekly, finasteride five times a week, and saw palmetto to improve hair thickness.

      community post transplant / post finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their experience with hair transplant success and stopping finasteride due to side effects like brain fog. They are content with potential hair loss and prioritize health over hair maintenance.

      community PRP and exosomes combined and places to do in the UK

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user was recommended PRP and exosomes for hair loss and asked about combining them and places to get the treatment in the UK. Other users suggested starting with finasteride and minoxidil due to the high cost and variable success of PRP and exosomes.

      community Sule Hair Transplant in Istanbul Turkey | 5000 grafts | 6 months post-op

      in Transplants  30 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month update after a 5000-graft hair transplant at Sule Hair Clinic in Istanbul, noting a smooth procedure and ongoing growth without using finasteride or minoxidil. Some users expressed concerns about the decision to avoid these treatments, predicting potential future hair loss issues.

      community Quitting Alfatradiol after 4 months

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using Alfatradiol after 4 months due to no hair improvement and side effects like dry scalp and gallbladder pain. They are considering trying topilutamide, which is suggested as an alternative.

      community PRP or Stem Cell therapy for hair growth?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses experiences with PRP, stem cell therapy, and PRF for hair growth. The original poster has used finasteride and minoxidil and is considering additional treatments for better results.

      community Oral Fin+Min+Biotin Progress 2 Mo

       37 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after switching from topical to oral treatments, using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. They reported no major side effects, except for slightly thicker hair on their hands.

      community Been diagnosed with telogen effluvium and MPB

       3 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.

      community The case for 5ARI-free hair transplants: Dr. Zarev, Pittella, Sethi, Miln, and future treatments in development

       13 upvotes 10 months ago
      Some individuals experience side effects from 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and are considering hair transplants without these medications, with some opting for surgeons like Dr. Zarev. Others are exploring alternative treatments and waiting for new medications in development, while some discuss managing side effects through lifestyle changes or additional medications.