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      community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  50 upvotes 1 month ago
      Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.

      community Started fin and min on 05/02/2024

      in Progress Pictures  749 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.

      community 6 months on fin 1mg everyday, good progress? (20M)

      in Is this regrowth?  181 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress on finasteride but stopped due to financial issues, seeking advice on whether to continue. Replies strongly advised resuming finasteride to maintain progress, with suggestions for affordable options.

      community 1 Year on just Fin 1mg 3 times/week

      in Progress Pictures  841 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg three times a week, starting at age 25, with noticeable regrowth after three months and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and dutasteride, noting varying results and side effects.

      community I was hesitant, but I pulled it. Thoughts?

      in Shaved/buzzed  2707 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, showing a shaved/buzzed look. Replies praised their appearance and discussed treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil.

      community Finasteride before and after 6 years

      in Progress Pictures  226 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 6 years of using finasteride, showing maintained hair with no regrowth. Suggestions included possibly adding minoxidil and switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community 4 months 0.25 mg finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  165 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and minimal side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with different dosages and side effects.

      community [26M] 3.5 year update. Fin+Min

      in Progress Pictures  3394 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using finasteride and minoxidil, showing significant hair density improvement and no noticeable side effects. The user also mentioned the confidence boost from shaving their head and the positive impact of the treatments.

      community Has anyone had positive experiences with Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth and thickening, despite some negative anecdotal reports. Users report thicker hair and better skin with dutasteride, and some believe negative reviews are due to advanced alopecia or impatience with the shedding process.

      community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

      in Chat  81 upvotes 2 months ago
      Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Regrew all my hair back and dead areas

      in Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user regrew all their hair, including temples and bald spots, after one year of finasteride and six months of oral minoxidil. They noted finasteride helped with the crown and bald spot, while minoxidil regrew the hairline and temples.

      community Approximately 1 month on oral dut+ oral min

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 2 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

      in Update  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

      community Topical Finasteride 1 year results

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 31-year-old male used topical finasteride for a year, reducing hair loss significantly with no side effects. Another user suggested adding minoxidil and using oils for better results.

      community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Kevin if you can see this now, please don’t go.

      in Chat  549 upvotes 3 months ago
      Kevin, a YouTuber known for his channel "haircafe," helped many with hair loss through treatments like finasteride. He recently took down his channel and checked into a psych ward due to mental health issues and backlash over old posts.