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      community [5 year progress] My gains and experience

      in Progress Pictures  356 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 5-year hair loss treatment progress, using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil liquid twice per day, with significant improvement and no side effects. They noticed more hair coverage around the 6-7 month mark and have experienced annual shedding but remained consistent with their routine.

      community Dutasteride 1 year regression. Depressing. (With pictures for proof)

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.

      community I’ve been using min and nizoral for 7 years, losing a lot of hair in the meantime. Here’s what happened when I added 1mg fin daily and 1.5mm micro needling weekly.

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 2 years ago
      The positive effects of Finasteride, a hair loss treatment; and various other treatments such as Minoxidil and Nizoral that can be used to treat hair loss. Additionally, other methods are discussed, such as micro needling and taking spearmint supplements, which have been seen to help in some cases.

      community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

      in Chat  122 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

      community I don’t get it - I keep shedding hair even 2 years into fin

      in Chat  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.

      community Will be transition to dutasteride shortly.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hair loss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  110 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

      community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs

      in Is this regrowth?  74 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.

      community Why does finasteride stop working?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.

      community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

      in Update  203 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community 16month progress on crazy stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.

      community Please explain this Minoxidil phenomena

      in Minoxidil  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hair growth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hair growth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hair growth.

      community M23 , on finaestride and minoxidil for 4.8 months

      in Progress Pictures 2 years ago
      . This conversation is about a user's progress while using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with emphasis on taking oral finasteride at night before bed for optimal results. They also discuss the brand of medication being used (Morr F 5%) and the importance of taking a generic version of the same drug.

      community 13 month min/fin progress update

      in Progress Pictures  377 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's 13-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement but considering a hair transplant for increased density. The user also takes biotin and saw palmetto, uses Hims shampoo, and plans to consult a surgeon for potential grafts.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  103 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community Second Shed recovery Motivation

      in Progress Pictures  150 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair recovery after a second shedding phase while using Finasteride. They advise staying consistent with treatment, as it can take 1-2 years or more to see results, and also mention using Ketoconazole but are unsure of its effectiveness.

      community The emotional cost of hair loss

      in Chat  213 upvotes 1 year 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 New Dutasteride Long Term Study (5 years) it works.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hair loss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hair loss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hair loss.

      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 How strong is topical spiro? Close to God tier stack.

      in Product  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical spiro's effectiveness on androgens is discussed. User tried oral DUT, oral Min, keto/nizoral, and RU but experienced worsening hair loss and chest pains. Suggestion given to increase dutasteride and oral minoxidil dosage before considering spironolactone.

      community Fin 16 month shedding questions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      User took Finasteride for 16 months, stabilized hair loss but no regrowth. Improved lifestyle, started microneedling, and used Nizoral; hair thickened but then began shedding again.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.