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      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

      in Transgender  591 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

      community What an amazing time to be alive

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

      community I’m just Going to let Nature take its Course

      in Chat  213 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a 23-year-old deciding to stop using finasteride for hair loss due to potential erectile dysfunction risks, sparking a debate about the benefits and side effects of hair loss treatments.

      community I'm tired, boss. I fought. Now I seem to be losing.

      in Update  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.

      community Topical Dutasteride And Sperm Quality ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is concerned about the impact of topical dutasteride on sperm quality and potential long-term fertility issues. They are using microneedling with a 0.025% dutasteride solution and are seeking information on whether sperm parameters return to normal after stopping the drug.

      community RU58841 and impact onmale fertility?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about the potential impact of RU58841 on male fertility, specifically regarding sperm concentration, total count, and motility. The user is curious about the likelihood of RU58841 reducing fertility based on its mechanism of action and comparisons to similar substances.

      community I got an idea to cure baldness but i need your help

      in Satire  94 upvotes 1 year ago
      User suggests finding unknown baldness cure by applying random items on scalp and reporting results after 6 months. Various users humorously agree to try different substances, including whale sperm and hydrochloric acid.

      community An Update After 7 Years of Finasterise

      in Progress Pictures  126 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their positive experience with finasteride for hair loss over seven years, noting it stopped hair recession and maintained their hairline. They also mentioned using minoxidil irregularly and experiencing a lower sperm count but no erectile dysfunction.

      community Minoxidil + Fin 1 mg + Dermaroller 1x week - 1 year results

      in Is this regrowth?  105 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user used Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride in the morning, and a dermaroller weekly for a year but is unhappy with the results and sperm quality. Others suggest continuing the regimen, noting hair maintenance and thickness, and considering additional treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

      community Probably progress in about 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but stopped minoxidil due to scalp issues and tinnitus. They experienced testicular pain, shedding, and side effects like itchy chest and watery sperm, but noticed considerable hair regrowth except at the temples.

      community Underrated device to apply minoxidil

      in Technology  33 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user recommends a device from Amazon to apply minoxidil directly to the scalp without wasting it. Another user asks if it can be used with foam minoxidil.

      community 11 weeks post op !!!! What you think ?

      in Is this regrowth?  67 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 11-week post-op hair transplant results, noting they use only vitamins, not minoxidil or finasteride. Replies suggest starting finasteride to maintain results, with mixed opinions on the current progress.

      community Almost 2 months from post op !!!

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their hair transplant progress, using saw palmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized olive oil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.

      community Should I still have hope? Or nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The user is using Dercos Vichy shampoo with Aminexil, biotin, and a natural spray with peptides but is hesitant to start Minoxidil. A reply suggests starting Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling soon.

      community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

      community 4 months on fin, min and micro. 20M

      in Progress Pictures  63 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old has seen positive results for hair loss after 4 months using 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, and weekly dermastamping with a 1.5 mm needle. They also used ketoconazole shampoo initially and recommend starting treatment early.

      community Roughly 6 month update: I was almost a goner

      in Progress Pictures  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared a 6-month update on their hair loss treatment, using finasteride/minoxidil gel, ketoconazole shampoo, thickening shampoo and conditioner, and topical minoxidil. They wash their hair three times a week and switched to a less oily topical foam. Other users commented on their hairstyle, advising against it to prevent traction alopecia.

      community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.