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GlossarySelf-induced vomiting

act of deliberately causing oneself to vomit

Self-induced vomiting, also known as self-induced emesis, is the act of deliberately causing oneself to vomit. This behavior is often associated with eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa, where individuals may use it as a method to control weight or cope with emotional distress. It can lead to serious health complications, including electrolyte imbalances, esophageal damage, and dental erosion.

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community Before and after 4 months minoxidl 6ml per week + microneedling (THE BEFORE IN IS THE RIGHT AND AFTER IN THE LEFT)

in Progress Pictures 24 upvotes 4 months ago

The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 4 months of using minoxidil and microneedling, and has started taking finasteride. They are considering increasing minoxidil dosage if results are not satisfactory and are questioning whether their hair loss is genetic or self-induced from previous minoxidil use for beard growth.

community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

in Research/Science 154 upvotes 2 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 265 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Study of thousands of Fin users over 20 years finds no evidence of Fin induced sexual dysfunction

in Research/Science 377 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.

community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

in Chat 46 upvotes 1 year ago

How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?

in Chat 89 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 327 upvotes 6 months ago

A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

community Anyone else’s loved ones just blatantly gaslight you over your hair ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 195 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses resentment towards people who dismissed their hair loss concerns and continued to do so even after a specialist confirmed it. Others share similar experiences and discuss the impact of hair loss on self-esteem and societal perceptions.

community maybe some of you need to hear this

in Chat 326 upvotes 2 years ago

Coping with hair loss, the effects of finasteride and minoxidil, and strategies for maintaining self-esteem while experiencing hair loss.

community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.

in Minoxidil 73 upvotes 3 years ago

Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.

community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

in Chat 317 upvotes 4 months ago

People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

community Am I in a long second shed from treatment or is this my regular hair loss

in Treatment 6 upvotes 5 months ago

The user has been using Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp for 7 months and experienced a period with no shedding, but is now shedding about 100 hairs a day and is questioning if this is a result of the treatment or their normal hair loss. They are unable to start finasteride and are considering stopping the treatment due to the shedding.

community Finasteride is one of the best decisions I ever made

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 306 upvotes 1 year ago

This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.

community Nothing’s working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

in Update 103 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

community Am i too obsessed with hair loss prevention? And Is This obsession healty? Am i the only one? Look at my collection In This picture: Oral finasteride/ topical finasteride/ minoxidil 5% + tretinoin/ minoxidil 5%/ Alfatradiol 0.025%/Stemoxydine 5%/ dermapen/ketoconazole 1%/viviscal/procyanidin B2.

in Chat 49 upvotes 2 years ago

User obsessed with hair loss prevention shares collection of treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, and more. Others suggest adding RU58841, laser helmet, and PRP, while some advise dropping certain treatments for long-term manageability.

community 5 Month’s progress on Topical FIN, MIN, Topical Dut, Laser Cap

in Progress Pictures 575 upvotes 2 years ago

User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.

community Sandalore: a scientific homemade approch

20 upvotes 5 years ago

The post discusses using Sandalore as a potential hair loss treatment, emphasizing precise measurements and safe handling. The user compares Sandalore's effects to Minoxidil and mentions preparing a solution with ethanol and DMSO.

community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

in Update 97 upvotes 3 months ago

A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

community Do I get a hair transplant at 22?

in Transplants 11 upvotes 4 months ago

A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.

community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 214 upvotes 4 months ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

community So does oral minoxidil age your skin or not

in Minoxidil 40 upvotes 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.

community Shedding on finasteride only; looking for motivation

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 5 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 It's not just about your hair, it's also about YOU!

in Chat 73 upvotes 11 months ago

The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and experienced minimal side effects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived side effects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that side effects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.

community 5 months on oral min and fin. Im 23 years old.

in Progress Pictures 1288 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced hair regrowth after 5 months on oral minoxidil and finasteride. Others praised the impressive results and mentioned the importance of combining treatments for best results.

community 4 months minox + fin +microneedling

in Progress Pictures 332 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress with treating hair loss, using minoxidil, finasteride and microneedling. The user experienced impressive results after four months of treatment, and mentioned that stopping recreational drugs and losing weight helped their hair regrowth.

community 32, Southeast Asian, 1 y 3 m Finasteride, Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Microneedling – Former hair system user. Quick description of routine in comments.

in Progress Pictures 324 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing with hair loss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 103 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :’)

in Progress Pictures 561 upvotes 2 years ago

User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 480 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 115 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.