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      community 17-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm roller.

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 39-year-old shared a 17-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and a 1.5mm derma roller, noticing significant results after 9-12 months. They also maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage side effects like dry skin with moisturizer.

      community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

      in Update  430 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

      community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

      in Update  56 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 9 months ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community 2 years Finasteride only difference. Won’t get cocky but I think I’m fighting off the Norwood Reaper completely boys

      in Progress Pictures  506 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared a 2-year progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using only finasteride, with others discussing their own experiences and considering additional treatments like minoxidil or hair transplants. Some users reported hair loss stabilization, while one user experienced regrowth after increasing their finasteride dosage.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community 2.5 Month Progress w/ Same Hair Length (Topical Fin/Min/Micro)

      in Progress Pictures  237 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling after 2.5 months, noting initial shedding but improved hair density, especially at the temples, possibly eliminating the need for a hair transplant. The user is satisfied with the current treatment and is hesitant to try the experimental drug RU58841, hoping the current routine will suffice for further improvements.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community 2 years of fin, 1.5 years of minoxidil, calling it quits. Thank you.

      in Shaved/buzzed  567 upvotes 1 year ago
      This user has been struggling with hair loss for the past two years and attempted to treat it using finasteride and minoxidil. Despite their efforts, they have not seen any improvement in their condition, so they have decided to shave or buzz their head instead. Others gave advice on other treatments that could be tried if desired.

      community I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.

      community 5 Months Results - Fin/Min/Keto Shampoo/Dermapen

      in Progress Pictures  720 upvotes 1 year ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including using finasteride and minoxidil regularly, together with keto shampoo and dermapen; the user's progress since starting treatment five months ago; and discussion of potential side effects.

      community Hair loss treatment rabbit hole [OC]

      in Satire  317 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.

      community Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.

      community Bad experience at Dermatologist

      in Update  43 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community When you pop your first Fin pill

      in Satire 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatment using Fin, Minoxidil and RU58841 with discussion about potential side effects and the power of nocebo effect.