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      community M27 Fin/Min (topical) was fun while it lasted

       19 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced high liver enzyme levels, possibly due to topical finasteride or supplements, and decided to stop using finasteride while continuing minoxidil. After stopping finasteride and supplements, liver levels returned to normal, suggesting finasteride or supplements might have been the cause.

      community Copper Literally Saved My Life (and My Baldness)

       31 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral copper supplementation significantly improved hair regrowth for someone who experienced severe hair loss after stopping minoxidil, suggesting copper deficiency might hinder minoxidil's effectiveness. The user now only takes copper and occasionally uses microneedling, recommending others to try copper if minoxidil alone isn't effective.

      community Take your meds and hope, it may pay off

       1199 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair growth using Minoxidil and finasteride but switched to dutasteride due to chest pain from Minoxidil. They are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline and crown coverage.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

       22 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      community Dear tressless, i have a question for you.

      in Technology  452 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about minoxidil's heart-related side effects. New treatments like PP405 are met with skepticism, often humorously noted as always being "five years away."

      community Has anyone with high prolactin taken meds to lower it and seen hair regrowth?

       5 upvotes 7 months ago
      High prolactin levels may contribute to hair loss, and some users suggest supplements like mucuna pruriens, vitamin B6, vitamin E, L-Tyrosine, L-Theanine, DIM, and Zinc to lower prolactin. Lifestyle changes to increase dopamine, such as reducing screen time and stress, are also recommended.

      community If PP405 goes systemic this would be quite catastrophic

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.

      community Fin effects on prostate sensation for MSM

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Finasteride may affect prostate sensation and size, with some users reporting easier urination. Concerns exist about prostate shrinkage even at lower doses.

      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 Minoxidil (topical) facial bloat

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can cause facial bloat, which some users manage by adjusting sodium intake or using it only on the scalp. Alternatives like finasteride or dutasteride are suggested for those concerned about facial changes.

      community Finasteride and hormonal tests

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 months ago
      A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.

      community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.

      community [26M] Min 5 month progress, worse skin?

       49 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced skin irritation and acne while using Minoxidil foam, but after stopping both the foam and a sea salt spray, their skin improved. They plan to try oral Minoxidil, suspecting the sea salt spray, not Minoxidil, was the main cause of their skin issues.

      community Setipiprant/PGE2 feedbacks?

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using PGE2 as a hair growth stimulant, comparing it to minoxidil, and considering the addition of Setipiprant. Concerns about side effects like skin damage and cost are also mentioned.

      community Hair deteriorated in 8 months fin+min.

       5 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss after 8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, with no initial shedding or improvement. Suggestions included checking for autoimmune issues, thyroid problems, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Article of all potential future cures

       25 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ritlecitinib and PP405 show promise for hair regrowth. Diagnosing the cause of hair loss is crucial before treatment.

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

      in Progress Pictures  645 upvotes 1 year 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 Still losing ground after 10 months dut + minox

       3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss but is experiencing a decline in hair condition after initial improvement. They are considering consulting a trichologist and switching from capsule to softgel format for better absorption.

      community 50 and started OM and finasteride almost two years ago

      1 month ago
      A 50-year-old started taking 2.5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride almost two years ago for hair thinning, but still experiences significant shedding. They are concerned about potential side effects on organs and wonder if long-term users monitor their liver or kidneys.