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      community Question.. ( Come check )

      5 years ago
      A user has been losing hair for two and a half years after a tropical trip and illness. A dermatologist prescribed betamethasone valerate 0.1% lotion, but the user is unsure if it's safe or effective for general hair loss.

      community 28M on fin for 5 years now. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  415 upvotes 3 days ago
      A 28-year-old has been using finasteride for five years, which stopped further hair loss but did not regrow the hairline. Recently, they started oral minoxidil to potentially improve results.

      community any Ru58841 user ? + What do I need to expect?

      in Product  9 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user is considering adding RU58841 to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil, but is concerned about potential side effects like hairline recession and shedding. Some users report positive results with RU58841, while others experience side effects such as chest pain and dizziness.

      community Hair journey since august, help!

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.

      community 10month fin/min - micro-needling and rosemary biotin & more

      in Minoxidil  636 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment routine involving daily minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and biotin supplements. The user shares personal experiences, noting no side effects from finasteride and emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing hair loss.

      community now exactly 2 years since starting 1mg oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  752 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily and recently added minoxidil 5% to address remaining gaps. They reported no significant side effects, attributing any perceived changes to weight fluctuations rather than the medication.

      community Hair follicle cloning is already possible

      in Chat  38 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.

      community I try without Fin. 6 month (1 year experience).

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and rosemary oil, considering finasteride or a hair transplant in the future. Other users suggest finasteride or dutasteride for more effective results, while some recommend additional natural supplements and maintaining overall health.

      community Fin year 1 vs year 4. Am I losing ground?

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.

      community 3 month progress (26M) oral fin and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  650 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and brain fog at higher doses and adjusted their dosage to manage these effects.

      community I don’t get it - I keep shedding hair even 2 years into fin

      in Chat  15 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.

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

      in Chat  115 upvotes 2 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 1 year of treatment with Fin, Min, keto (M24)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user has been treating hair loss for a year with Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo, recently adding Dutasteride. They are unsure about the effectiveness and seek advice on whether to continue or switch fully to Dutasteride.

      community Saw Palmetto/Pumkin seed gives basically same results as Fin

      in Treatment 3 months ago
      A user reported that Procerin, containing Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil, provided similar hair thickening results as finasteride but with milder side effects. They experienced reduced libido and watery ejaculations but are adjusting the dose to minimize these effects.

      community 1 Year Fin then 6 Months Dut - No Success

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user saw no improvement in hair loss after using Finasteride for a year and Dutasteride for six months. They also experienced scalp inflammation and tried various treatments like Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid without success.

      community 2 years Fin + Minoxidil Regrowth

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  113 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their two-year progress using 2.5mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, recently adding topical dutasteride. Another user questioned the high finasteride dosage, noting no benefits over 1mg.

      community Written 10 Month report on Fin

      in Update  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      User shared a 10-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, experiencing initial shedding but now seeing signs of regrowth. They expect further improvement over the next 8 months.

      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 oral minoxidil collagen contradiction

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about oral minoxidil potentially aging the face by affecting collagen, questioning its systemic effects. The user has successfully used topical minoxidil for years and is hesitant to switch to oral minoxidil.