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      community Going to start my Min/Fin journey!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment with oral and topical Minoxidil, 1mg Finasteride, and a Biotin supplement. The user is advised to start with the prescribed 1mg Finasteride and lower the dose if side effects occur.

      community 19f is my hair loss due to deficiencies?

      in Female  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a 19-year-old female experiencing hair loss, potentially due to deficiencies in iron, ferritin, and vitamin D. She is considering iron and vitamin D supplementation and exploring dietary changes, while also planning to consult a dermatologist when possible.

      community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

       1023 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.

      community Finasteride is ****ing magical

      in Update  314 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

      community Attempting to assist people with gyno sides on finasteride

       23 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can cause gynecomastia due to hormonal imbalances. Management includes consulting an endocrinologist and using aromatase inhibitors like anastrozole or supplements like DIM and zinc.

      community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.

      community Guide To Finasteride and Avoiding Side Effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation provides a guide on using finasteride for hair loss, suggesting to start with a quarter of a 1mg pill daily after ensuring estradiol levels are within a specific range, and potentially increasing the dose if no side effects occur. It also recommends supplements like DIM, Calcium d-glucarate, and Zinc to manage high estradiol levels and side effects from finasteride.

      community What routines helped you reduce dry scalp, flaking, and irritation?

       3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about managing dry scalp, flaking, and irritation while using RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. Suggestions include reducing minoxidil usage, using ZPT shampoo, and considering vitamin D and iron supplements.

      community Doctor didn't prescribe finasteride

       3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is struggling to obtain a finasteride prescription in France after moving there, despite previously using it alongside minoxidil, kz shampoo, and biotin supplements. They are advised to seek alternative doctors, consider telemedicine platforms, or explore topical finasteride options.

      community Is there any progress? (2 months)

       9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking feedback on hair regrowth progress after two months of using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and iron supplements. Most responses suggest that two months is too early to see significant results and recommend patience, with noticeable changes typically occurring around 4-6 months.

      community Regrew my hair - 18 month update

       2329 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user claimed significant hair regrowth over 18 months using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements without a transplant. Commenters were skeptical, suspecting a hair system might be involved.

      community Crown Christmas Miracle: Back From the Dead 💀

       2107 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 42-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in seven months using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He experienced minimal side effects and noted dramatic improvements in hair thickness and health.

      community 2 months of finasteride and 3 months of minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  229 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and thickening after using minoxidil for three months and finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D and iron supplements. They reported softer erections as a side effect of finasteride but found the hair improvements worth it.

      community Regrew my hair - 12 month update.

       3963 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user successfully regrew hair over 12 months using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, and supplements, with no side effects. They credit their success to consistency and a comprehensive routine.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

      community Is this regrowth? 80 days in...

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with some users noticing new hair growth. The original poster also takes protein, biotin, and vitamin D supplements and prefers topical treatments due to concerns about side effects from oral finasteride.

      community Almost 3 months on Minoxidil and Finasteride

       104 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly three months of using oral Minoxidil (3 mg) and Finasteride (1 mg), along with derma rolling, Biotin, and other supplements. He reports no noticeable side effects and encourages others to try the treatment.

      community I don’t know what to do at this point

      in Female  87 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old woman with female pattern baldness has tried minoxidil, red light therapy, and supplements without success. She is considering spironolactone and seeking medical advice.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community A PSA for everyone in here dealing with shedding

      in Treatment  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride require patience, as they can take months or years to show results, with initial shedding being common. Consistency is key, and unnecessary supplements should be avoided to prevent stress and impatience from worsening the situation.

      community Bruteforcing alopecia or the new advent of science progress

       22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

       255 upvotes 1 year ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Hair density change in 7 months… unreal.

       354 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair density improvement over seven months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements like biotin and vitamin D. They also used a derma stamp with rosemary and peppermint oil, noting no side effects from finasteride.