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      community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

      in Research/Science  531 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community 4/5 months in going to Saudi for umrah. (Going bald)

      in Progress Pictures  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is excited to shave their head for a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia after seeing hair regrowth from using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and a derma roller. Others in the conversation offer prayers and discuss the religious aspects of shaving for the pilgrimage.

      community Finasteride before/after 1,5 year

      in Progress Pictures  215 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.

      community New treatment? Minox + Bimatoprost

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discussed a new hair loss treatment combining 5% Minoxidil with Bimatoprost 0.3mg/ml, applied once daily. They referenced a study suggesting Bimatoprost may be more effective than Minoxidil.

      community First month on minoxidil, crown update.

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss after one month of use, with a user questioning if complete hair regrowth is possible and another suggesting the perceived improvement may be due to lighting differences rather than actual hair growth.

      community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

      in Update  284 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

      community 4 months on fin, min and micro. 20M

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old has seen positive results for hair loss after 4 months using 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, and weekly dermastamping with a 1.5 mm needle. They also used ketoconazole shampoo initially and recommend starting treatment early.

      community RESULTS. Stick to the plan Fellas this is all about consistency

      in Progress Pictures  1462 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress, attributing success to a consistent routine using finasteride, hair growth oil, Hims shampoo, a derma roller, and 5000 mcg biotin pills. They emphasized the importance of representation for people with similar hair types and encouraged others to stick with their treatment plans.

      community 1 year on Finasteride, 2 months on derma rolling and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on Finasteride for over a year and recently added minoxidil and derma rolling to their regimen, experiencing side effects like headaches and acne for a few weeks. They tried various non-medication treatments for early-stage hair loss with no success before turning to medication, which improved their hair and confidence.

      community About Verteporfin but not about hair

      in Technology  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.

      community 8 month difference dut & oral min. Face says it all 🤣

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone's hair growth progress after using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for eight months, with users commenting on the increased hair density and volume. Some users are skeptical, but the original poster insists there is a significant improvement in hair density.

      community 48 Days Fin, Min, and Derm Part 2

      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discussed their positive experience with hair loss treatments Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dermarolling, showing significant progress in 48 days. Other users expressed interest in trying these treatments, asked about side effects, and one noted that they've observed good results in black people.

      community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  1748 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community M22 1 year 4 months topical min + oral fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  216 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (topical) and Finasteride (oral), over a period of 1 year and 4 months. The user reported best results after 6 months, a significant hair shed 4 months ago, and current regrowth, while also using a 1.25mm dermastamp. The user adjusted Finasteride dosage over time and experienced high testosterone and nipple sensitivity.

      community Eddie Bravo talking about hair loss on JRE

      in Satire  325 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hair loss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hair loss treatment.

      community 4kg of fin + 3 L of minox a day + plus micro 6 times a day, results?

      in Satire  657 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using large amounts of finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling. The comments suggest various other remedies, like monkey oil, rosemary oil, and biotin, while some advise to embrace baldness and focus on confidence.

      community Fake ebay minoxidil - Australia

      in Minoxidil  116 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post warns about fake Kirkland minoxidil being sold on eBay in Australia, confirmed by lab tests showing no minoxidil content. Users discuss their experiences, suggest a bleach test for authenticity, and highlight the importance of buying from reputable suppliers.

      community And they ask you "why you care so much about hair?"

      in Satire  1041 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a video where a person uses camera tricks and a hat to hide their receding hairline, and the conclusion is that even a small amount of hair can make a big difference in appearance.

      community 1 year post Hair Transplant before and after. What level of shedding is normal

      in Progress Pictures  1786 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, SnooDonuts9235, shares their positive experience with a hair transplant and using topical finasteride and minoxidil. They express concern about increased shedding and ask if it is normal. Other users compliment their results and ask about the clinic and procedure details. SnooDonuts9235 encourages others to consider a hair transplant even without taking oral finasteride and shares that the procedure was not as scary as they initially thought.

      community Hair Transplant, 1500 grafts - 4 Month Update

      in Transplants  791 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user, NickkSpirit, had a successful hair transplant with 1500 grafts. They recommend leading a healthy lifestyle and mention using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hair loss.

      community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D

      in Update  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.

      community Has anyone tried PRP and Exosomes?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user asked for opinions on a hair loss treatment involving PRP and Exosomes. They recently tried this treatment.