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      community 4600 FUT Hair Transplant 16 month post second surgery progress

      in Transplants  3725 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user had two FUT hair transplants with 4,600 grafts for increased density, costing about $11,000 each, and has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over five years without side effects. The results are natural-looking with no visible scarring, and the user finds the procedure valuable despite the cost.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      community 3 months on 1 mg of finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shares 3-month progress on 1 mg finasteride daily, experiencing increased appetite as a side effect. They also use microneedling, topical minoxidil, and mielle rosemary mint scalp and hair strengthening oil.

      community Goodbye my dudes

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  305 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user decided to stop using finasteride due to side effects and chose to shave their head instead. They plan to use the money saved for a hair transplant towards a house downpayment, hoping for future advancements in hair cloning.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community 4+ Years on Dut: Update and AMA

      in Update  113 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, such as Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. Advice is given to give the medications time to work and to consider a Hair Transplant in order to fill any gaps caused by continuing hair loss.

      community Here's a recommended bloodwork panel before starting Fin.

      in Finasteride  11 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation provides a detailed list of blood tests recommended before starting finasteride to establish a baseline for monitoring potential side effects. A shorter list is also provided for those with limited funds, and the user shares personal experience of using finasteride without issues for about nine years.

      community Dutasteride accelerated my hairloss, no shed tho

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 week ago
      A user experienced worsening hair recession after adding 0.5 mg daily dutasteride to their regimen of topical minoxidil and finasteride, despite no initial shedding. They plan to continue monitoring the situation, as others suggest it may be too early to see results and recommend blood tests to check DHT levels.

      community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.

      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  27 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community 2 weeks on Oral Minoxidil (loniten). 1.25mg/day

      in Minoxidil  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Minoxidil (1.25mg/day) for two weeks to treat hair loss, has experienced no side effects, and plans to increase the dose to 2.5mg/day after another two weeks. They are also monitoring their blood pressure and have not noticed any negative interactions with their pre-workout supplements.

      community 1 year Dutasteride results - 10 years on min

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive 1-year hair regrowth results from using dutasteride after 10 years on minoxidil and 2 years on finasteride, noting stronger hair, less brain fog, and better mood. They experienced initial shedding but saw improvements, including longer hair life cycles, and plan to continue monitoring progress.

      community minoxidil and tretinoin usage

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, and recently added tretinoin to address hair loss, specifically around a receding hairline. They are seeking advice on application methods and mention experiencing mild skin rashes potentially from tretinoin.

      community Increasing DHT level after 5 months of Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      OP noticed an increase in DHT levels after 5 months of using finasteride and is unsure if the drug is effective or if other factors like stress or vitamins are influencing the results. Users suggest testing the medication for authenticity, consulting a doctor, and possibly trying a different brand or dosage.

      community 9 months progress looks good to me

      in Is this regrowth?  86 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 35-year-old male reported positive hair regrowth after 9 months using oral dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 5mg daily. A reply emphasized the importance of commitment and consistency for hair regrowth.

      community Thoughts? 4 months difference.

      in Progress Pictures  176 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after increasing the dose of topical Minoxidil and adding Finasteride. Replies indicate positive feedback and encouragement, noting visible improvement in the hairline.

      community 11 months of 1.5 mg Finasteride with blood samples

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  292 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user took 1.5 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil for 11 months, resulting in significant changes in blood values but no noticeable hair improvement. They experienced side effects like mood swings and increased visceral fat, leading them to stop Finasteride.

      community 3 Month Minoxidil & Dermastamp progress

      in Progress Pictures  149 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil and dermastamping, noting additional biotin use. Replies suggest adding finasteride to maintain results and highlight effective regrowth from microneedling and Minoxidil.

      community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

      community Finally Seeing Real Progress on Crown

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user began using topical minoxidil in 2020 without regrowth, then added 0.5mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil/finasteride most days, and weekly micro needling since December 2022. They also use peppermint-infused jojoba oil for hair health and have noticed less gray hair.

      community Is pyrilutamide safe to use or still unknown?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the safety and effects of using pyrilutamide for hair loss. One person reported severe negative effects, another experienced minor side effects without much benefit for hair, and a third found the anecdote helpful in making a decision.

      community Why are low finasteride doses seen as highly ineffective, when studies show 0.05 mg/day to work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 2 years ago
      The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.