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The user experienced side effects commonly attributed to Finasteride without ever taking the drug, suggesting these issues may stem from other life factors. They advise considering other potential causes before blaming Finasteride for such side effects.

The user has experienced hair regrowth after switching from topical to oral Minoxidil and starting Finasteride. Other users confirm the regrowth and suggest additional treatments like microneedling and Nizoral shampoo.

User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.

A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.

The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hair loss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.

A user diluted a Hims spray with Kirkland's minoxidil to lower finasteride concentration and has been applying it for nearly 3 months, noticing baby hairs at the temples. They also use a dermastamp, saw palmetto, and biotin supplements, and are seeking advice on their hair loss stage.

The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

A 22-year-old man has been using topical melatonin for a year to slow hair loss and it appears to be effective. He's seeking alternatives to finasteride due to potential side effects, and is interested in understanding how melatonin works to prevent hair shedding.

The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

The user shared progress pictures after using Minoxidil and oral Finasteride for eight months to treat hair loss. They experienced significant hair regrowth, and the discussion includes various opinions on the necessity and effectiveness of these treatments.

The user is experiencing significant hair thinning and scalp discomfort after two years on finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Another person suggests that scalp inflammation might be the cause and recommends a YouTube channel for more information.

A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.

The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for five months with little progress and is considering oral dutasteride to lower DHT levels, questioning if minoxidil is more effective with reduced DHT. They also use microneedling and tretinoin in their treatment routine.

The conversation is about the effectiveness of 0.25% topical finasteride compared to other concentrations and forms. Users discuss its potential for better scalp DHT reduction and fewer side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments.

The conversation discusses using zinc sulphate and azelaic acid to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase activity, which could potentially treat androgen-related skin conditions like hair loss. Combining these with vitamin B6 could enhance the effect, potentially offering an alternative to finasteride.

A 28 year old man's 18-month journey to treat his hair loss with Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral and T/GEL. He experienced some side effects along the way, including translucent semen and scalp less oily.

Dutasteride mesotherapy was not effective for hair regrowth, leading to consideration of oral or topical dutasteride. Oral dutasteride is suggested as more effective and cost-efficient than mesotherapy, with some users experiencing side effects from finasteride.

A user experienced chest discomfort after taking finasteride for hair loss and is concerned about whether it is a side effect or an allergy. They are advised to consult a doctor and consider other hair loss treatments if necessary.

Minoxidil and caffeine are discussed for hair loss treatment. The user questions the logic of combining them due to their opposing effects on adenosine receptors.

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).

The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.

A user is pleased with their hair regrowth after 3 months using Minoxidil 5%. They plan to start Finasteride upon returning home, and others discuss the importance of consistency and patience with hair loss treatments.

The user has low testosterone and DHT levels and is considering taking finasteride for Norwood 2 hair loss with diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on whether low DHT indicates high sensitivity to DHT in the scalp and opinions on their lab values.

Some people find topical minoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.

The post discusses a user's hair loss treatment journey over a year, using finasteride, dutasteride (dut), and oral minoxidil (min). The user found finasteride ineffective, switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and noticed improvements, but couldn't determine which of the latter two treatments was most effective.

The post discusses potential links between low vitamin D levels and hair loss, and how correcting this might impact the effectiveness of Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments. The responses vary, with some suggesting that vitamin D deficiency would cause overall scalp hair loss, while others believe it would first affect the most sensitive areas.

CosmeRNA, a new hair loss treatment, is expected to release soon and may become part of the "big three" treatments alongside finasteride and minoxidil. It works differently from finasteride by targeting androgen receptors in hair follicles, potentially offering fewer side effects.

User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with side effects.

The user improved their hair loss from a Norwood scale 2.5/3 to 1.5/2 using treatments including 2.5 mg dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oral minoxidil, isoflavones, NAC, pumpkin seed oil, NAD+, and Vipelin, but still experiences temple recession. Other users expressed concern over the high dosages of oral minoxidil and dutasteride.