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      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 5 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's the general consensus on microneedling here?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, focusing on optimal needle depth and frequency. Users report varying practices, with some using Minoxidil after microneedling and others suggesting different depths and frequencies based on personal tolerance.

      community The Secret Recipe? How do celebrities do it?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      Celebrities often maintain perfect hairlines through expensive transplants and common drugs like finasteride and dutasteride. Despite potential side effects, the importance of their appearance makes these treatments worthwhile.

      community high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.

      community If you're in your 20s and doubting wheter to start a protocol, READ THIS.

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.

      community Back from the dead! (Progress update)

      in Progress Pictures  999 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress after a year of derma stamping, daily minoxidil, and four months of oral finasteride, along with regular workouts. Others discussed the effectiveness of these treatments and additional methods like red light therapy and RU58841.

      community M20 1.5 months vs 8 months fin + min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for 1.5 to 8 months and is unsure about regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, trying microneedling, or considering oral minoxidil.

      community When you spray minoxidil all over your face

      in Satire  270 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is a humorous discussion about excessive hair growth due to using minoxidil, with suggestions of laser hair removal and comments on the appearance of the hair. Some users joke about starting finasteride treatment at a young age or being non-responders to hair loss treatments.

      community Growth Stimulants that aren't Minoxidil...?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is exploring hair growth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.

      community Finasteride 5 month, minox 6 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  367 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 5-month progress on finasteride and 6-month progress on minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth. They use finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral once weekly, and derma stamping once weekly.

      community How does it feel to microneedle at 0.3mm?

      in Microneedling  17 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, with one user trying 0.3mm daily without feeling pain and questioning its effectiveness. Another user suggests that 0.3mm is too shallow and recommends 0.5mm twice a week or 0.75mm once a week for hair growth.

      community 1 Year Mark. 1mg Oral Finasteride, 5% Topical Minoxidil 2mL

      in Progress Pictures  196 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth after one year using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, considering a hair transplant if progress stalls. They experienced an initial shedding phase and temporary erectile dysfunction, but no other side effects.

      community 26 Months of Treatment (Min/Fin/Micro) …

      in Progress Pictures  344 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's 26-month hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and microneedling, with gradual improvement in their hairline. The user applied treatments consistently and adjusted the frequency of microneedling based on feedback, noting that progress can feel slow compared to others.

      community Almost 4 Months dutasteride, min and derma stamp

      in Progress Pictures  390 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's nearly 4-month hair loss treatment regimen, which includes dutasteride every other day, 0.25ml minoxidil on the hairline once a day, and using a 1.5 mm derma stamp every two weeks. Some responses question the need to start multiple treatments simultaneously, while others comment on the visible improvement and the necessity to continue treatment for sustained results.

      community I feel like my progress sucks. About 6 Months

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is disappointed with their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil, derma stamping, vitamin D, caffeine, benzoyl peroxide wash, and tretinoin. Replies suggest the results are good, especially considering the late start of treatment, and encourage continued use for better outcomes.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 8 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community How possible is temple regrowth really?

      in Minoxidil  48 upvotes 8 months ago
      A person started using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to regrow hair at the temples and is asking if it's possible. Some users report temple regrowth is possible with these treatments, while others find it challenging, and advise consistency and patience with treatment.

      community 39m 1.1mg finasteride 3mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their progress using 1.1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil since January 2024, noting significant improvement without side effects. They previously had an allergic reaction to topical treatments.

      community Update: 18 months - June ‘22-Jan ‘24

      in Progress Pictures  528 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing an 18-month update on their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly microneedling. They noticed hair regrowth after 3 months and are using a combination spray of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community A rant about hair loss misinformation on social media

      in Chat  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      Social media spreads misinformation about hair loss, often promoting unproven treatments like diet changes. Effective treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are overlooked.

      community Finasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide

      in Progress Pictures  79 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user tried minoxidil 5% for 3 years with little improvement, then switched to a 15% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride solution once daily and started using pyrilutamide, resulting in significant hair regrowth over time. They are considering a hair transplant but are continuing with topical treatments to maximize hair growth first.

      community found my progress pictures on a scam account

      in Progress Pictures  58 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user discovered their hair regrowth progress pictures were used in a scam promoting a fake "elixir." The user clarified that their actual results came from using finasteride and minoxidil for three months.

      community What's the deal with verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment and questions why more precise methods aren't used to test its effectiveness in regrowing hair. Some users believe verteporfin is promising and should receive more attention, while others are skeptical about the testing methods.