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    Glossary Monocytes

    type of white blood cell involved in immune defense

    Monocytes are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system. They circulate in the bloodstream and, when they migrate into tissues, they differentiate into macrophages and dendritic cells, which are essential for phagocytosing pathogens and presenting antigens to T cells, respectively.

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      community I got my bloodwork done... What now?

      in Update  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been experiencing hair thinning despite taking finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Bloodwork suggests a vitamin D deficiency, and users recommend consulting a doctor and possibly supplementing vitamin D.

      community Oral Min - AM/PM Split Dose or PM Full Dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to take oral minoxidil in a split dose or a single dose at night. Users suggest that taking a single 10mg dose at night is simpler, while splitting may help minimize side effects.

      community month and a half update,

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after using RU58841, stemoxydine, and minoxidil, and has stopped using finasteride due to side effects. They hope the shedding is temporary and will lead to regrowth.

      community Oral Min, do you split the dose?

       2 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses using oral Minoxidil (OM) and finasteride for hair loss, with the original poster considering splitting the OM dose to potentially improve results. Other users suggest trying topical treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil, and one user mentions adding kx826.

      community 6 month min only results + dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using 1ml of Kirkland minoxidil daily and weekly 1mm dermarolling, noting no side effects and minimal shedding. They plan to consider finasteride or dutasteride after midterms, attributing hair loss to genetics.

      community One month of .5mg finasteride daily and shedding like crazy

       6 upvotes 3 days ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding after one month of taking 0.5mg finasteride daily, with others sharing similar experiences and suggesting adding minoxidil for better regrowth. Many users report initial shedding as a common response to finasteride, indicating potential effectiveness, and advise patience for long-term results.

      community M(23) 5 months of using Fin and Min

       69 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old has been using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil daily for five months to address hair thinning, with plans to resume dermarolling. They experienced minimal shedding and are considering switching to daily finasteride for better results.

      community Using Maneup Instead of Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 51-year-old woman switched from Minoxidil to Maneup, a copper peptide treatment, experiencing initial hair loss but later regrowth with different hair texture. Users debated Maneup's effectiveness, with some considering it alongside finasteride.

      community Switched from topical to oral min after one month of topical

       13 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil due to scalp flakiness and is concerned about increased shedding. Other users suggest starting with a lower dose of oral minoxidil and gradually increasing it, while monitoring blood pressure, to manage shedding and side effects.

      community 0.5mg microdosing Fin to start

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old is starting 0.5mg finasteride to address diffuse hair thinning, with support from a dermatologist. They also use DS Labs shampoo and micro-needle every two weeks.

      community One year 1mg fin + 2,5 mg oral min

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for a year, experiencing ongoing shedding since starting minoxidil. They are considering dutasteride and seeking advice on blood work for thyroid, Vitamin D, and iron levels.

      community 30M 6 month min 2.5mg/ fin1mg results + hormone test

      in Progress Pictures  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male shares his 6-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, noting increased hair thickness and regrowth. He also mentions using supplements like biotin and cod liver oil and discusses the convenience of combined pills.

      community 27M - look 2 months on Oral 3-in-1 - 1.1mg fin+5g min+ 1mg biotin

       1398 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using a daily oral 3-in-1 pill containing 1.1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg biotin from LockLab, with no side effects reported. The user also uses a derma-stamp twice a week to promote blood flow and stimulate growth.

      community Miniaturization(?) after 12 months on oral fin/min compound

       13 upvotes 1 month ago
      After 12 months on an oral compound of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, the user experienced a seasonal shed and noticed thinner hairs at the hairline, raising concerns about ongoing miniaturization. Another user shared a similar experience and mentioned switching to dutasteride after genetic testing showed finasteride was ineffective.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

       4 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.

      community 6 months with fin 1mg and min foam

       71 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is happy with hair growth progress after using minoxidil foam and 1mg finasteride for over six months, despite initial scalp itching. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil for faster growth and are concerned about maintaining consistency with the foam application.

      community Stopping min on scalp - psoriasis

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.

      community Progress at 4 month mark dut/min

       10 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old is using 1 mg oral dutasteride and 1 mg oral minoxidil daily, along with monthly mesotherapy including zinc, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and panthenol, to treat hair loss. The user is considering increasing the minoxidil dose but will consult with their doctor first.

      community 3 Months of 1mg Fin and 2.5mg oral min (17m)

       12 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for three months, noticing new blonde hairs but experiencing ongoing shedding. They also use GHK-Cu, which has improved skin but not hair.
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