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      community The emotional cost of hair loss

      in Chat  213 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old expresses feeling alone and invalidated in his struggle with hair loss, seeking empathy from others. Some users share similar feelings, while one mentions making progress with dutasteride and minoxidil treatments and considering a hair transplant.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community Better then Minoxidil( at least for me and my family)

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 7 months ago
      Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.

      community Jordan Peterson got a sick hair transplant!

      in Transplants  1079 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about Jordan Peterson allegedly getting a hair transplant, with various users mocking his way of speaking and debating the ethics of him potentially hiding the procedure. Some users discuss the natural look of the transplant and the implications of getting one at an older age.

      community Just got my first perm fellas.

      in Progress Pictures  205 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who got a perm after successfully treating their thinning hair, with mixed reactions from others on the appearance. Specific treatments used are not mentioned.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  254 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community Hair Transplant Results after 6 months . 3500 grafts. NW 6

      in Progress Pictures  371 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts and has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 5.5 months, seeing some growth. They plan to have a second transplant for the crown area and are seeking opinions on future results and density improvement.

      community Father has decent amount of hair but im balding ?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is concerned about male pattern baldness despite their father having hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist and considering finasteride or dutasteride, as natural methods are ineffective.

      community Found this meme on a forum……..

      in Satire  150 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a meme related to hair loss that influenced someone to start taking finasteride. Another person agrees that the meme accurately represents the situation.

      community A story about why it matters to fight this

      in Chat  45 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, which improved their hair from a diffuse NW3 to a solid NW2 - 2.5. They noticed significant changes in how people treated them after regrowing their hair, suggesting that attractiveness can greatly impact social interactions and opportunities.

      community 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 10 months ago
      An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 10 months ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community Pyrilutamide almost for 9 months

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using pyrilutamide, topical finasteride, and 15% minoxidil for hair growth for almost 4 years. Despite mixed responses from others, the user reports seeing progress, especially with the addition of pyrilutamide, and plans to continue the regimen.

      community Are there ever going to be any oral DHT blocking treatments in the future?

      in Product  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The discussion revolves around the need for future oral DHT blockers for hair loss treatment that don't have the side effects of current options like Finasteride and Dutasteride. One user suggests that the future of hair loss treatment will likely be topical anti-androgens, as they can target hair follicles without affecting the entire system.

      community 4 months running still lot to improve ig 😉

      in Progress Pictures  481 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old who started balding in 2020 and has been using a treatment routine for 4 months that includes daily Minoxidil (1.5ml), Finasteride three times a week, and a derma roller twice a week, along with a 2-month course of vitamin supplements. The treatment has significantly improved their hair loss, boosting their confidence.

      community 1 Month Topical Minoxidil Only

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user plans to use topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma stamp for hair loss treatment. They also plan to start using finasteride in the next 2 months. Other users suggest using finasteride and a hair transplant for better results. The user appreciates the feedback and will continue posting progress.

      community Quick rant for those on the fence.

      in Chat  179 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user regrets not starting finasteride earlier to treat their hair loss. They are currently using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841. Other users in the conversation express frustration with fearmongering about finasteride and emphasize the benefits of starting treatment early.

      community Can someone explain the Dutasteride hysteria in this community?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.

      community 3 months of Topical Fin/Min update

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "RenegadeMountie" shared their progress with topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. They reported consistent use for 3 months, with noticeable improvement in hair thickness and new growth. Other users recommended using hair loss concealers and expressed confidence in seeing more progress in the future.

      community Most hair transplants are obvious

      in Transplants  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair transplants and the perception that they often look unnatural, especially in the first few rows of hair. There is a debate about whether it's better to choose a cheaper clinic in Turkey or a more expensive one in the USA, with some arguing that experience and skill matter more than cost.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community What’s your experience with RU58841?

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hair loss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.

      community Goodbye y'all, it's been a journey but have accepted where I'm at

      in Update  219 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hair loss treatments.