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      community Treatment prognosis, 22M

       5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 22-year-old male with hair loss is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling after being diagnosed with MPB, vitamin D deficiency, and dandruff. He seeks advice on whether these treatments can realistically improve his hair density and achieve a healthier NW2.

      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

       15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community It's sad how many guys shave because they don't know

       2209 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can prevent hair loss if used early, but they may cause side effects. Many men shave their heads because they are unaware of these treatments or avoid them due to side effects or cost.

      community The most nuclear stack possible

       45 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously suggests an extreme hair loss treatment regimen involving multiple medications and therapies, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and others, claiming it would prevent hair loss but with potential side effects like gynecomastia. The conversation highlights concerns about safety, side effects, and the effectiveness of such a comprehensive approach.

      community Switched to dut about a month ago

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

       188 upvotes 6 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.

      in Transgender  61 upvotes 1 year ago
      A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.

      community Uncle not on meds vs. uncle on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  342 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old uncle on finasteride for 5 years has more hair than his 53-year-old uncle not on medication. Users discuss the effects and side effects of finasteride, including potential sexual side effects and gynecomastia.

      community Dutasteride is a Miracle Drug.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  250 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is praised for improving skin and hair regrowth, with fewer side effects than finasteride. Users report mixed results on shedding and regrowth, with some experiencing enhanced libido and skin quality.

      community Will pp405 have to be inserted rectally for full benefits?

       33 upvotes 9 months ago
      Pp405 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with humorous suggestions about rectal administration for increased effectiveness. Users joke about unconventional methods and express willingness to try anything for hair regrowth.

      community M24 – Doctor advised against immediate HT due to weak donor area. Thoughts?

       18 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male was advised against an immediate hair transplant due to a weak donor area and was recommended to use PRP, oral minoxidil, and finasteride for a month before reassessment. Users suggested continuing finasteride and minoxidil for a longer period, as results typically take more than a month, and some expressed skepticism about the doctor's recommendations.

      community I can't take it anymore, thinking about the worst

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The individual is struggling with hair loss and depression, having tried treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil, but faced side effects and limited success. They are considering a hair transplant and other options while dealing with personal challenges, including knee injuries and weight issues, and are encouraged by others to focus on self-improvement and acceptance.

      community Dutasteride made things a bit worse

       23 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced hair thinning after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering returning to finasteride. Other users shared mixed experiences with dutasteride, with some seeing improvements and others experiencing shedding or no results.

      community Any dutasteride succes stories?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is effective for many in reducing hair loss and promoting regrowth, often with fewer side effects than finasteride. Combining it with minoxidil is commonly seen as a successful strategy, though results may take several months.

      community This is lagunaboy and I have fully recovered from PFS

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user recovered from Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) using a specific hormone protocol after trying finasteride and dutasteride. They now help others with PFS by reviewing blood work and offering personalized advice.

      community Pyrilutamide phase III clinical trial results released

      in Research/Science  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide did not show effectiveness in regrowing hair compared to a placebo, but it may still help maintain existing hair by preventing DHT from causing follicle miniaturization. Some users believe it could be beneficial when used with other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Testicular ultrasound is it necessary to do?

      4 months ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride for hair loss, leading his doctor to suggest a testicular ultrasound as a precaution. The user questions the necessity of the ultrasound, considering it potentially excessive, while others suggest it could be a useful precaution to rule out any issues.

      community Topical dutasteride is superior to oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 11 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hair loss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.

      community Keep losing hair after 1 year on Dutasteride 1,5mg

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using Dutasteride 1.5mg and previously Finasteride. They are considering combining Finasteride with Dutasteride and exploring other options like saw palmetto, but avoid Minoxidil due to excessive body hair growth.

      community Finasteride + Dutasteride Only Progress

       10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement using finasteride initially and then switching to dutasteride, with no major side effects. They recommend starting with dutasteride for better results and report no noticeable shedding.