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      community Is it Ritalin? (23 F)

      in Question  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user suspects Ritalin is causing hair loss due to vasoconstriction and is considering trying Ginkgo Biloba after already taking a multivitamin and hair supplement. Another user mentions experiencing hair shedding with Vyvanse and Dexedrine.

      community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

      in Female  15 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 1 week ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

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

      in Minoxidil  173 upvotes 3 weeks 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 1 year progress with top. min & fin + dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2655 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, dermastamping, and keto shampoo. They reported significant improvement, looking younger, and feeling happier with their hair.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community My boy Saul Goodman was on Minoxidil tabs too

      in Satire  1881 upvotes 2 months ago
      Saul Goodman was humorously depicted using high doses of minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for hair loss. The conversation jokes about the unrealistic dosages and their potential side effects.

      community 5.5 months on oral min questions. Please help😭

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride for over a year and switched from topical to oral minoxidil five months ago, but is unsure if the current shedding and small hairs are signs of improvement or worsening. They are seeking advice on whether to wait longer or switch treatments.

      community Aiming to Standardize RU58841

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, focusing on its side effects, standardization issues, and user experiences. The user also inquires about the use of other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling.

      community Oral or topical finasteride? .

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 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 FINASTERIDE REVIVING ME FROM THE DEAD

      in Progress Pictures  926 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.

      community Is anyone else allergic to Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced a painful rash from both liquid and foam minoxidil, suggesting an allergy to minoxidil itself. They are seeking others with similar experiences.

      community 19M Am i a minoxidil hyper responder?

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  208 upvotes 5 months ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community Breaking hair loss news! GT20029 is a resounding success!

      in Product  138 upvotes 6 months ago
      GT20029, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Oral Min & Fin - 9 Months no results - diffuse thinner

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hair growth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.

      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  974 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Shedding on finasteride only; looking for motivation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.