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      community Why don't more people here use oils?

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.

      community Panax Ginseng is effective against hair loss

       41 upvotes 5 years ago
      Panax Ginseng is suggested as effective against hair loss, with a recommended dose of 400-500mg/day. Users discuss its efficacy and side effects, with some noting no changes and others mentioning insomnia and other side effects.

      community Big 3 + dermaroller update

       213 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's experience with the Big 3 (minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841) hair loss treatment along with dermarolling. The dermaroller pin was 1.5mm used once per week and drew some blood but not a lot.

      community Slowly losing hope, not sure what to think

      in Advice  19 upvotes 5 years ago
      User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.

      community I've stopped taking finasteride. What now?

      in Finasteride  19 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments; they currently use minoxidil and a caffeine shampoo. Suggestions include derma rolling to enhance minoxidil effectiveness and personal experiences of hair loss after stopping finasteride.

      community 3 Months of Inconsistent Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical Minoxidil inconsistently for three months, along with starting Dutasteride two weeks ago and alternating with Finasteride. They reported no shedding and are considering switching to only Dutasteride once Finasteride runs out, while also experiencing some minor side effects that resolved quickly.

      community Update progress on Fin, Min, and Kx-826

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and KX-826 for hair regrowth, noticing small improvements. They plan to add ketoconazole shampoo and consider a hair transplant with verteporfin after a year of treatment.

      community Finasteride to Dutasteride 6 months teenager 17M AMA

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 17-year-old is using oral dutasteride, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss, with plans to increase dutasteride and consider surgery. They report significant regrowth but are worried about side effects and the effects of blocking DHT at a young age.

      community Insane regression after hyper-responding (17M) AMA

      in Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 17-year-old experienced significant hair loss after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and adding finasteride. The recommendation is to return to topical minoxidil and continue with finasteride or consider dutasteride.

      community Questions about using dermapen for microneedling.

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation discusses using a dermapen for microneedling to treat hair loss, with specific mention of using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, KX-826, and other topicals. The user experienced side effects like palpitations and itching after microneedling and applying these treatments.

      community 8 Months, is it improvement or not?

       39 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is using topical Minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, redensyl, and dermastamping for hair loss treatment. There is debate about the effectiveness of these treatments, with suggestions to improve photo comparisons for better assessment.

      community Six month topical min/fin check-in.

      in Is this regrowth?  270 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is pleased with increased hair density and thickness after six months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to continue the treatment and consider adding dermarolling for potentially better results.

      community 100 days of Fin/Min/Biotin/Saw Palmetto

      in Progress Pictures  397 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user shared impressive hair growth results after 100 days using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and saw palmetto, and plans to get a hair transplant. The conversation includes suggestions for additional treatments like ketoconazole and derma stamping, and discussions about potential side effects of finasteride.

      community 5 month Progress on dut from fin

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, and reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects. The user experienced a shedding phase lasting a bit over a month after switching to dutasteride.

      community the "its so over / we're so back" pendulum

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 month ago
      People with hair loss experience emotional struggles and body dysmorphia. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are used, but results vary and can take time.

      community 36 year old. 18month moxidil and fin.

      in Progress Pictures  732 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 36-year-old has been using 1mg oral finasteride daily and minoxidil foam twice daily for 18 months, experiencing significant hair regrowth with no side effects. Initial shedding occurred, but noticeable improvements began around 11 months, with major changes by 16 months.

      community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

      in Update  128 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

      community Weird response to microneedling

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      Microneedling can cause sneezing and eye tearing due to nerve stimulation, particularly near the temples and forehead. Some users find it lessens over time, while others prefer using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.

      community Switching from Oral Minoxidil back to topical

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Switching from oral minoxidil back to topical due to heart issues and palpitations. Users discuss experiences with minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed results and concerns about side effects.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Does ru really work guys ? I’m not sure. ??

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 has mixed reviews for hair loss, with some users reporting success and others experiencing no benefits or side effects. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are preferred by some due to safety concerns with RU58841.

      community Transplant 3400 grafts 4 month update

      in Transplants  20 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user had a hair transplant of 3400 grafts, primarily focusing on the hairline, and is happy with the results four months post-surgery. They used topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, along with microneedling and Nizoral, and the procedure cost around $12,000.

      community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

      in Research/Science  186 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

      community I know it get worse before it gets better but

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, topical finasteride, derma stamping, and keto shampoo, with some users suggesting switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Users share experiences of initial shedding and regrowth, debating the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.