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      community Treatments to maintain alternative to finasteride/dutasteride

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.

      community 4 Weeks - Oral Minoxidil & Dutasteride. Minor changes.

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial side effects like minor sickness and reduced sexual desire. The user is surprised by the early results and plans to continue the treatment, also using Nizoral shampoo.

      community My dad started growing his hair back in his 60’s

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  125 upvotes 1 month ago
      A father experienced hair regrowth in his 60s after taking dutasteride for prostate issues, prompting discussions about its effectiveness compared to finasteride for hair loss. Users shared personal experiences, with some preferring dutasteride due to perceived effectiveness and fewer side effects.

      community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

      in Research/Science  186 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

      community [M37] 8 months progress with mostly derma rolling and scalp massaging

      in Progress Pictures  604 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 37-year-old male stopped using finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and switched to derma rolling, scalp massaging, and Revita shampoo, resulting in thicker, healthier hair with new growth. Users discuss the effectiveness of mechanical scalp stimulation, with some sharing similar positive experiences and others expressing skepticism.

      community Going to start my Min/Fin journey!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment with oral and topical Minoxidil, 1mg Finasteride, and a Biotin supplement. The user is advised to start with the prescribed 1mg Finasteride and lower the dose if side effects occur.

      community 7 Months. 1mg fin. min once at night. Weekly 1.5mm Microneedling.

      in Progress Pictures  190 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil once at night, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. The user reports significant improvement and no side effects, while others discuss their experiences and offer advice on similar treatments.

      community How does hair loss and recovery work?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

      community Excited to stack Finasteride+Kx826 😃

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about using finasteride and KX826 for hair loss treatment. The original poster is using 0.25 mg of finasteride every other day due to side effects at a higher dose.

      community Kevin if you can see this now, please don’t go.

      in Chat  553 upvotes 9 months ago
      Kevin, a YouTuber known for his channel "haircafe," helped many with hair loss through treatments like finasteride. He recently took down his channel and checked into a psych ward due to mental health issues and backlash over old posts.

      community Fun thought experiment about halting hair loss permamently

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.

      community I hate what my hair does to me!

      in Chat  32 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hair loss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.

      community Fin and min saved my life 2021 vs 2024 (24 y/o)

      in Progress Pictures  326 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting significant improvement and regrowth after 1.5 years of treatment, despite initial side effects. They are now happy with their hair and personal life.

      community Year and 5 months topical fin (ama)

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's experience with topical finasteride for hair loss over a year and five months, including a two-month break due to financial reasons. Another user inquires about increasing their dosage due to lack of progress after three months.

      community Guys hear me out we might have a breakthrough

      in Satire  665 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about unconventional hair loss treatments, including using mold, butter, and other non-traditional substances, with no real evidence of effectiveness. Some users joke about side effects like erectile dysfunction and weight gain.

      community A Complete Guide to Hair Loss for Beginners

      in Research/Science  529 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is a guide on treating hair loss, discussing finasteride and dutasteride to lower DHT, minoxidil for growth, ketoconazole shampoo for scalp health, and dermarolling for regeneration. RU58841 is mentioned as a DHT blocker but not recommended due to safety concerns.

      community Medications that cause extra hair growth

      in Research/Science  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

      community Min and retinol? Anyone tried it?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil with retinol for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness of this combination.