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      community 5 Months on Minoxidil and Finasteride

       1803 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil and Finasteride, specifically Hims chewables. They noted an increase in depression as a side effect.

      community 1 year of 1,25 mg oral FIN - Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing hair thinning has seen noticeable improvement after using 1.25 mg oral finasteride for over a year and recently starting 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, along with ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering a hair transplant in the future and have not experienced any side effects from the medication.

      community Uncle not on meds vs. uncle on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  342 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old uncle on finasteride for 5 years has more hair than his 53-year-old uncle not on medication. Users discuss the effects and side effects of finasteride, including potential sexual side effects and gynecomastia.

      community Hair loss mental effect is so bad

      in Satire  177 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.

      community Dr. Tsuji Hair Cloning Exclusive Interview

       17 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair cloning for hair loss is unlikely to be available or affordable in the next 10 years. Current treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are still the main options, with skepticism about new advancements.

      community 9 yrs Oral Minoxidil + Dutasteride // AMA

       449 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 9-year experience using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss, noting initial side effects like dizziness and shedding but achieving stable results. They emphasized the importance of confidence over appearance and mentioned that the treatment has been worth it for them.

      community 5 years on finasteride only: age 21 to 26.

      in Progress Pictures  773 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their five-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting positive results and no side effects. The discussion included debates on potential side effects like erectile dysfunction and the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Taking Finasteride and Creatine.

       11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may help prevent hair loss for those concerned about creatine, despite no proven link between creatine and hair loss. Personal experiences with creatine and hair shedding vary.

      community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

       138 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

      community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

      in Chat  213 upvotes 1 year ago
      Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

      community Joel McHale admits to getting four hair transplants

       1356 upvotes 1 year ago
      Joel McHale had four hair transplants and likely uses finasteride to maintain his hair. The discussion included personal experiences and side effects of hair loss treatments.

      community The (many) benefits of buzzing during treatment

      in Chat  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Buzzing hair can improve mental health and make applying treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling easier. It helps with self-acceptance and reduces the impact of hair loss on appearance.

      community Apparently you can try PP405 right now!?

       30 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is likely a scam, with concerns about its legitimacy and safety, as it may cause unintended tissue growth. Users suggest sticking to known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community 25M 9 months on Finasteride results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding after 9 months on finasteride, with inconsistent minoxidil use. Users discussed hairline changes, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of finasteride, with some mentioning side effects and other treatments like rosemary oil.

      community My Journey on Fin + Min (19M giving up)

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old tried oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but experienced side effects like fatigue, dry eyes, and lack of motivation, leading to discontinuation. Suggestions included trying topical treatments, dutasteride, or accepting hair loss.

      community Stop being assholes to teenagers on this sub.

      in Chat  542 upvotes 1 year ago
      Teenagers experiencing hair loss face ridicule instead of support, impacting their mental health. Effective treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling.

      community NEW Creatine and DHT/Hairloss Study

       9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hair loss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.

      community Train your forehead and scalp muscles

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Training scalp muscles to absorb more DHT is suggested as a hair loss solution, but users debate its effectiveness compared to medications like dutasteride and finasteride. Concerns about side effects of DHT blockers, such as reduced libido, are discussed, with some advocating for natural remedies like scalp massages and healthy living.