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      community Update after 15 years on finasteride and 4 on dutasteride

       210 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 55-year-old male has been managing hair loss with finasteride for 15 years and switched to dutasteride in 2022 due to thinning. He also uses minoxidil, PRP treatments, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering a shorter hairstyle for more volume.

      community KX-826 0.5% BID ~2 months monotherapy(?) results

       8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported positive results using KX-826 0.5% twice daily for hair loss, noting progress in the temple area with no systemic side effects. They avoided finasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about side effects and inconvenience, respectively, and used ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Natural protocol doesn’t work !

       14 upvotes 3 months ago
      Natural treatments for hair loss were ineffective for OP, who saw improvement only after starting minoxidil and finasteride. Users suggest that proven medications like finasteride and minoxidil are more effective than natural remedies.

      community my daily breakfast til the day i die

       660 upvotes 5 months ago
      Using both finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss is debated, with some seeing it as beneficial during transition, while others find it redundant and risky. Oral minoxidil raises concerns about blood pressure, with a preference for topical use and microneedling for better results.

      community 19f is my hair loss due to deficiencies?

      in Female  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a 19-year-old female experiencing hair loss, potentially due to deficiencies in iron, ferritin, and vitamin D. She is considering iron and vitamin D supplementation and exploring dietary changes, while also planning to consult a dermatologist when possible.

      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

       224 upvotes 9 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.

      community When dutasteride does not slow down hairloss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user struggling with hair loss despite using dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and dermaneedling. The user is considering other treatments but is hesitant to use RU-58841 due to side effects and is seeking advice on alternative solutions.

      community Creatine in People Who Take DHT

       87 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride users have mixed experiences with creatine; some experience increased hair loss, while others do not. Finasteride's DHT-blocking effects might counteract any DHT increase from creatine, but individual responses vary.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Is it even possible to lose ground on Dutasterid?

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride can maintain or regrow hair in about 92% of users, but some still experience hair loss. Topical formulations and dosage frequency are discussed, with some users reporting side effects and switching treatments.

      community How much more risk does TRT really put on hair?

       2 upvotes 1 month ago
      TRT may increase hair loss, but using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 can help mitigate it. Individual responses vary, and some users report regrowth while others see stabilization or continued loss.

      community Wanting to try topical AHK-CU/GHK-CU

       6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is exploring topical treatments AHK-CU and GHK-CU for hair loss, avoiding Minoxidil and prescription medications. They believe their hair loss is not genetic but caused by Accutane, and are considering products like Neurogan and Bloom by Fleur.

      community 6 years of this and all my hair is gone lol

       50 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user tried various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, but experienced continued hair thinning. Stress, genetics, and past medication use are considered possible factors.

      community Additional supplements / peptides to maximize finasteride benefit

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is using finasteride, HGH, GHK-CU, BPC-157, KPV, biotin/collagen/keratin vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-dose naltrexone to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to past shedding experiences. Adenosine is discussed as a potential alternative to minoxidil, though it is noted to be expensive and hard to find.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community 4 months on dut and topical min as a 23 year old

       75 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shares progress in hair quality after 4 months using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and other treatments, noting improved crown thickness but persistent temple thinning. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and started testosterone replacement therapy, which they believe helps mitigate side effects.

      community 3 month into 2.5mg dutasteride - no hairs fall out of my head anymore

      in Technology  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP reports that after 3 months on 2.5mg dutasteride, their hair has stopped falling out and is thick again, but they are considering stopping due to potential mood and energy side effects. Other users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and side effects, with some suggesting lower doses or alternative treatments like topical applications.

      community Creatine and Dutasteride success stories

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Some users report no difference in hair loss when using creatine with finasteride, while others believe intense training, not creatine, may contribute to hair loss. One user experienced improved hair quality using dutasteride, minoxidil, and creatine, despite initial shedding.

      community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?

       1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.