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      community What are the alternatives to spironolactone for AGA?

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced side effects from spironolactone and is seeking alternatives for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), considering saw palmetto but unsure of its effectiveness. They are also exploring the possibility of using topical spironolactone, despite availability challenges.

      community Thining and hairline recession

       4 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss for four years and has tried various treatments like finasteride, topical dutasteride, and kx-826, but experienced side effects. He switched from topical to oral minoxidil and is seeking advice on future therapies, with suggestions including seeing a dermatologist, microneedling, and considering RU58841 despite potential side effects.

      community Should I start fin with these blood tests?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old male is concerned about his blood test results, particularly the low percentage of free testosterone, and is questioning whether starting finasteride for hair loss might worsen this issue. He also notes a slight vitamin D deficiency and lack of sleep before the test.

      community Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening

      in Update  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.

      community I’ve been using Finasteride (7 years), RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Keto shampoo (3 days a week) and my scalp is still really itchy and inflamed. Why?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for 7 years, RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss treatment but still experiences an itchy and inflamed scalp. They have not yet tried the prescribed oral Minoxidil and are considering lifestyle factors like diet and sleep as potential contributors to the issue.

      community 1 year 5-ar. Blood test results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced sexual side effects after starting finasteride and later switched to dutasteride, noticing hormonal changes. They are considering using P5P and possibly aromatase inhibitors to manage high prolactin and estradiol levels.

      community This sucks hard. I want my life back

       125 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. They are contemplating a hair transplant but worry about their age and future hair loss.

      community Blood work after one year of fin/dut

       7 upvotes 3 years ago
      After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.

      community Finasteride Watery Semen

       3 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user noticed watery semen and decreased volume after a week of using finasteride and asked if taking Zinc, pygeum, and lecithin supplements would affect finasteride's effectiveness. The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride and potential supplements to counteract them.

      community A scary individual report of RU58841.

       33 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 caused severe side effects like heart palpitations and shortness of breath, leading the user to stop using it. Minoxidil and finasteride were effective without side effects, while RU58841's safety and effectiveness remain uncertain.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community A FULL YEAR of progress! (min & fin) GETTING WORSE!

       25 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old's hair loss worsened despite using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for a year. They are considering switching to dutasteride and improving their diet.

      community Spironolactone vs finasteride - advice for female with AGA

       2 upvotes 10 months ago
      Spironolactone and finasteride are not recommended for women planning pregnancy due to birth defect risks. Both need to be stopped months before conception, and finasteride is generally not advised for women.

      community Has anyone had a hair transplant while on pyrilutamide?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering starting pyrilutamide before a scheduled hair transplant, having previously used oral minoxidil and finasteride with worsening results. They also tried dutasteride, which worsened their hair and made their skin oily.

      community Any treatment not nuking systemic DHT levels?

       16 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair loss treatments that avoid significantly lowering systemic DHT levels, focusing on topical options like dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user is exploring alternatives like KX-826 and RU58841 due to concerns about hormone levels.

      community I cannot sleep anymore, what should I do

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may cause sleep disturbances, with some users experiencing insomnia. Reducing the dosage, switching brands, or trying Dutasteride might help.

      community Finasteride Worries

       3 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation is about concerns and experiences with taking finasteride for hair loss. Some users report minimal or no side effects, while others express anxiety about potential side effects, with advice ranging from trusting doctors to making a personal decision.

      community Had a rough week. What to do now?

      in Treatment  36 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a rough week after being told they couldn't get a hair transplant due to insufficient donor area and worsening balding. They were advised to increase their oral Minoxidil dosage and consider switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride.