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      community Regimen update - Added oral Minox and RU

      in Is this regrowth?  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user updated their hair loss treatment to include daily dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride with minoxidil and tretinoin, and RU58841. Commenters feel the extensive treatment is unnecessary for the user's level of hair loss.

      community 4 months Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg Daily (33 M)

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 1 year ago
      This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.

      community Dutasteride has only made things worse

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride; how the user experienced prolonged worsening of their hair despite taking both medications; and finally, that this story is consistent with other experiences.

      community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair

      in Treatment  94 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.

      community [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.

      in Female  42 upvotes 3 years ago
      User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.

      community Good hair days; finastride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user expresses positivity about managing hair loss and celebrates good hair days. They mention using finasteride (Propecia) as part of their treatment.

      community Switch to Dut??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      Considering a switch from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, and the use of minoxidil as a last resort due to its effects on hair texture.

      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 1 week ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

      community How can I get this spot more filled in? (Before & After)

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using a daily topical spray of finasteride and minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling, to address hair loss since August 2023, and is considering switching to oral medication for convenience and cost reasons. Despite progress, they are exploring options like increasing microneedling frequency or potentially undergoing a hair transplant to address a stubborn spot.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

      community My country is 100 years behind the US in treating hairloss

      in Treatment  188 upvotes 3 months ago
      In the Czech Republic, doctors are largely unaware of hair loss treatments beyond minoxidil, and finasteride is hard to obtain. Many users suggest buying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil from other countries or online.

      community Don't leave a boy hanging, try to help.

      in Chat  113 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, recommending these treatments to others. They emphasized the importance of informing others about effective treatments rather than relying on supplements.

      community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.

      in Female  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.

      community 9 Month Status Update. I am so glad I started when I did

      in Progress Pictures  1206 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 9-month update on hair loss treatment, reporting positive results from taking 1 mg of finasteride and 1.25 mg of minoxidil daily. The discussion includes varied experiences with these treatments, questions about side effects, and comments on the unpredictability of treatment effectiveness.

      community Survived First Monte. Shedding is real

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is treating hair loss with 1mg finasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling, and is considering using hair fibers for special occasions. There is a discussion about the initial shedding phase of minoxidil treatment and the importance of consistent photo conditions to track progress.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.

      community Fellas, is Arteta world class hair density?

      in Satire  361 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about the impressive hair density and hairline of a person, with users attributing it to good genetics and joking about the lack of hair loss despite stress. Specific hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841 are not discussed.

      community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

      in Transgender  591 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

      community Is 8% ru58841 significantly stronger than 5%

      in Chat  20 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user increased their RU58841 treatment from 5% to 8% to combat hair loss and is questioning the effectiveness of the higher dosage. Another user shared their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, suggesting that while 8% RU58841 might not significantly change results, it's worth trying as individual responses vary.

      community Are there ever going to be any oral DHT blocking treatments in the future?

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion revolves around the need for future oral DHT blockers for hair loss treatment that don't have the side effects of current options like Finasteride and Dutasteride. One user suggests that the future of hair loss treatment will likely be topical anti-androgens, as they can target hair follicles without affecting the entire system.

      community How is it that golden era bodybuilders kept their hair while blasting gear while in the modern era most are bald? I’m convinced there’s something in our food and water causing MPB to speed up

      in Satire  729 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.