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      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community 4+ Years on Dut: Update and AMA

      in Update  113 upvotes 1 year 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 How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 1 week 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 Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.

      community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  75 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.

      community Oral Minoxidil & Oral Finasteride 4 Months After

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The post discusses hair growth progress after using oral minoxidil and oral finasteride for four months, following a hair transplant. The user notes improved hair thickness, particularly in the mid scalp and crown areas.

      community Oral minoxidil or topical with tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of oral minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil might be more effective for non-responders to topical treatments. Concerns about side effects and the role of enzymes in activating minoxidil are also mentioned.

      community Is microneedling + minoxidil better than oral minoxidil

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topical minoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topical minoxidil can enhance absorption, but oral minoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Oral Biotin and Topical Minoxidil have a synergy effect in increasing hair growth, the study was only done in healthy subjects and it was only 14 days but it does prove that biotin can play a significant role as an adjunct treatment.

      in Research/Science  166 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral biotin combined with topical minoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.

      community Oral minoxidyl and topical minoxidyl

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Using both oral and topical minoxidil is likely safe, but be cautious of increased systemic absorption. The best tretinoin dosage to enhance minoxidil effectiveness is not specified.

      community Is Tretinoin gel useful with Oral Minoxidal?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride are the main treatments for hair loss, with microneedling as an additional method. Tretinoin gel is not necessary with oral minoxidil but can be used for skincare.

      community Oral Minoxidil Eyelashes Are Insane

      in Minoxidil  288 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hair growth, with some experiencing increased body hair.

      community Oral Minoxidil worse hair after 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.

      community Oral or topical finasteride? .

      in Chat  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is deciding between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss, noting oral finasteride's ease of use but broader effects. Another user simply recommends oral finasteride.

      community Oral vs Topical Finasteride for Trans Women

      in Transgender 4 months ago
      A user is using a Finoxidil topical spray and is curious if oral Finasteride would be more effective, considering they are already on a DHT blocker called Cyproterone. They are concerned about the potential impact of oral Finasteride on their transition.

      community Oral Minoxidil in Europe (10 mg)

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is seeking oral Minoxidil in Europe due to issues with topical Minoxidil causing dandruff and dry scalp. They have started using oral Finasteride and are considering Ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Oral minoxidil dosage timing. And Is tretinoin a gamechanger?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering splitting their 5 mg oral minoxidil dose into two 2.5 mg doses and is asking about starting tretinoin on the scalp, questioning if it should be used alone initially or with topical minoxidil. They also inquire if tretinoin significantly improved their hair loss treatment.

      community What blood exams should I do on dut/oral min

      in Chat  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.

      community Oral minoxidil: dosing and frequency

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering taking oral minoxidil 3mg every other day or thrice a week to minimize side effects and save money. They seek opinions on this dosing strategy.