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      community After almost one year of Min/Fin

      in Progress Pictures  365 upvotes 5 months ago
      User is pleased with hair growth results after nearly a year of using Minoxidil and finasteride, despite experiencing shedding phases. They noticed thicker hair regrowth and saw visible improvement around the 4th or 5th month.
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      community Should I hop on DUTASTERIDE at 18??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.

      community High Nicotine use and Hair Loss

      in Chat  88 upvotes 5 months ago
      Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 5 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 1 year of treatment with Fin, Min, keto (M24)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 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 5 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 Minoxidil For 2 Years, What is this?

      in Treatment  111 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

      community Connection between finasteride and nafld?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride may affect liver function and cortisol levels, potentially linking it to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). More research is needed to understand this connection fully.

      community My doctor lowered my Minoxidil from 5mg to 2.5mg

      in Minoxidil  69 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user discussed their doctor lowering their Minoxidil dose from 5mg to 2.5mg, expressing concerns about losing hair gains. Other users suggested that 2.5mg is safer long-term and speculated the doctor is being cautious about side effects.

      community Caffeine + Dimethylglycine (DMG) Shampoo research

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user discusses the potential of caffeine and DMG in shampoo for treating hair loss, citing a pending patent and personal plans to test it. They find it more convenient than using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling.
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      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  451 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

      community My detailed 5-month topical finasteride experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 5-month experience using topical finasteride for hair loss, noting side effects like watery semen and puffy nipples, which led them to stop the treatment. They saw no significant hair improvement and have since switched to using minoxidil.

      community One year on fin + dut + 2.5 oral min, is it over for me

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride daily since 2020, dutasteride twice weekly since September, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, microneedling monthly, and ketoconazole semi-often. They are feeling lost about their hair loss progress after one year on this regimen.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community Looking for KX826 (pyrilutamide) success stories

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user ordered pyrilutamide (KX826) to stop hair loss and is seeking success stories. Replies indicate that it's too early to evaluate the product's effectiveness, as it takes several months to see results.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  175 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz

      in Treatment  934 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.