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      community Steroid injections helped my hair loss but I have AGA?

      in Female  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hair loss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hair loss, though the effect lasts less than a month.

      community Started Minoxidil this evening. See ya'll in 6 months.

      in Minoxidil  235 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses starting Minoxidil for hair loss and suggests also using finasteride to prevent further balding. Minoxidil is expected to thicken current hair, but won't stop hair follicles from dying.

      community 5 Months Finasteride 2.5mg oral Minoxil

      in Progress Pictures  86 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about someone's progress after using 2.5mg of oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over six months. Commenters are congratulating the individual on their successful hair regrowth.

      community + 5 years Finasteride and dermarroll journey PICS and ACTUAL DILEMMA

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.

      community 1 month of finasteride sky high estradiol

      in Update  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

      community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 11 months ago
      People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

      community 4 months 5% foam min + finasteride - 20 years old

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidil foam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.

      community 19M 6months ago vs now (wet) in the same shirt

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a 19-year-old male showing his hair loss progress over 6 months using Dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg twice daily, Biotin 10 mg, and daily Ketoconazole shampoo. He experienced no side effects from the treatments.

      community 52M completed my first 30 day on 5% topical Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  37 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 52-year-old man has been using 5% Minoxidil twice daily for 30 days to treat hair loss, alongside 2.5mg Finasteride, which he reduced from 5mg despite his doctor's advice. He has a history of hair loss due to testosterone treatment and hopes to see improvement in the crown area of his scalp.

      community 1 year on finasteride regrowth

      in Transplants  1398 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after one year on 1mg finasteride daily and a hair transplant in the frontal area, with improved density in the rear and mid-scalp. Some replies express skepticism and suggest the title should include mention of the hair transplant.

      community 33 yrs male.Been on min(5%)/Fin(1mg)/ketokonazole shampoo for 5 months.

      in Progress Pictures  81 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 33-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and recently added dutasteride, a minoxidil+tretinoin+azelaic acid solution, and derma stamping to treat hair loss for 5 months. There is confusion about the order of progress pictures, making it difficult to assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Am I in a long second shed from treatment or is this my regular hair loss

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp for 7 months and experienced a period with no shedding, but is now shedding about 100 hairs a day and is questioning if this is a result of the treatment or their normal hair loss. They are unable to start finasteride and are considering stopping the treatment due to the shedding.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Effectiveness of Dutasteride opinions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting it works better than Finasteride and sharing positive experiences, while others are skeptical due to negative anecdotes. Specific treatments mentioned include Dutasteride and Finasteride.

      community 39m 1.1mg finasteride 3mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their progress using 1.1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil since January 2024, noting significant improvement without side effects. They previously had an allergic reaction to topical treatments.

      community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

      in Shaved/buzzed  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year 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 June 2023 to Present. Finasteride only.

      in Progress Pictures  579 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man, 34, reports positive hair regrowth after using only Finasteride with no significant side effects, except possible weight gain. Users react with a mix of skepticism, congratulations, and requests for more details about his treatment and personal life.

      community 2 months on topical Finasteride, Minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using 0.05% topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment on December 15, also incorporating dermarolling and rosemary oil, and is satisfied with the visible improvement in their receding hairline. Another user inquired about where to obtain topical finasteride.

      community Will my liver get destroyed long term on this stack ??

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering a long-term hair loss treatment stack including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about potential liver damage. Some responses suggest the stack is excessive, while others believe it's not harmful to the liver, but recommend regular blood work to monitor health.

      community 6 months hair update on Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 1 year ago
      After six months of using topical minoxidil once daily and oral finasteride every three days, the user saw improvement in hair thickness, particularly at the crown, and some new hair growth at the hairline. They also used a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly, which they believe contributed to their progress.

      community Treating my DUPA via controlling inflammation

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.