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There is concern about a potential ban on finasteride in the EU, but many believe it is unlikely unless serious side effects are found. Users rely on finasteride for hair loss and other health benefits, and a petition has been created to oppose any restrictions.

The user experienced initial hair regrowth with topical dutasteride and minoxidil but later faced significant hair shedding, leading to doubts about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride. They plan to continue the treatment for a year and may switch to oral finasteride if no improvement is seen.

Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

Stopping minoxidil causes significant hair loss, as continued use is necessary for maintaining gains. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain hair, but both treatments are typically lifelong commitments.

Microneedling alone is not effective in maintaining minoxidil results for hair growth. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride may enhance results, but microneedling by itself is not a reliable treatment.

Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

The user had high DHT levels after 8 months on dutasteride, questioning the drug's authenticity. They got dutasteride from a legitimate source and will update on progress.

The conversation is about hair loss affecting motivation to work out. The original poster is using dutasteride and minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant.

The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.

Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.

A user traveled to Turkey to buy 72 packages of Dutasteride for a year-long supply and successfully brought them back home. They plan to use 2.5mg of Dutasteride daily along with RU58841 for hair loss.

Finasteride and dutasteride are essential for stopping hair loss, while natural remedies are ineffective. Minoxidil can be added if needed, but blocking DHT is crucial.

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

OP is considering adding dutasteride to their regimen of finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss plateauing. Users suggest oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant, with mixed opinions on dutasteride's effectiveness for temple regrowth.

Before getting a hair transplant, it's crucial to research and understand that ongoing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil are necessary to maintain results. Concerns were raised about Turkish clinics, including overharvesting grafts, lack of regulations, and discouraging finasteride use.

A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.

A 22-year-old shared his 2-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) for hair regrowth, showing noticeable improvement despite initial side effects like increased heart rate and headaches. Users discussed the effectiveness, side effects, and expectations of these treatments, with some expressing skepticism about the rapid results.

A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, vitamins, and a healthy diet. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency.

A user underwent a 2,550 FUE hair transplant and started taking dutasteride 0.5mg. They previously tried RU58841, minoxidil, and microneedling but avoided finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects.

A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalp itch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed side effects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.

A user shared their 5-month progress using Finasteride (1mg daily) and 3 months on Oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They experienced initial shedding with Minoxidil but saw substantial regrowth, encouraging others to try these treatments.

OP increased Dutasteride from 0.5mg to 2.5mg daily and added 5mg Oral Minoxidil, seeing progress after one month. They also used Nizoral Ketoconazole shampoo to reduce scalp inflammation.

Increasing finasteride dosage can cause significant hair shedding initially. Users suggest adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride for better results.

Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.

The regimen includes using a diluted 5.5% Minoxidil / 0.025% Finasteride solution daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week to minimize systemic exposure while maximizing scalp DHT reduction. The goal is to achieve hair regrowth with minimal side effects.

Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

Users discussed their experiences with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss. Most reported positive results, including hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with minimal side effects.

The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.