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The user has high free testosterone and is still experiencing hair loss despite taking dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over three years. They are considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

The user is on Finasteride for hair loss, taking 0.5mg daily, and plans to reduce the dose to 0.25mg while making lifestyle changes to lower prolactin, SHGB, and cortisol. They will retest in 90 days to assess progress and are open to advice.

The user is considering a hair transplant for their crown area while taking 0.5mg of dutasteride daily. Suggestions include using 500-800 grafts, adding minoxidil to the routine, and using hair fibers to improve appearance.

The user underwent two hair transplants, started taking finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, and began micro-needling to improve hair density and manage hair loss. They also focused on curly hair care techniques, resulting in noticeable improvements in the hairline and overall appearance.

The user had a hair transplant on the front hairline and started taking Finasteride and Dutasteride. Observers noted progress and improvement in the scalp and crown area.

A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, and reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects. The user experienced a shedding phase lasting a bit over a month after switching to dutasteride.

The user experiences scalp itchiness despite using ketoconazole shampoo and is also taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. Suggestions include trying different shampoos like Head & Shoulders, using salicylic acid products, considering allergies, and consulting a dermatologist for alternatives like Ciclopirox.

Tretinoin was shipped to the UK from alldaychemist, taking over a month to arrive. The user applies it twice a week before Minoxidil and plans to increase usage gradually.

A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.

A 20-year-old has been using minoxidil for 3 years and started taking 1mg oral finasteride daily for over 2 months, resulting in improved hair density and color with minimal side effects. The user experienced slight libido loss initially but no shedding yet.

A user is considering using a topical Minoxidil solution with tretinoin and Azelaic Acid while taking oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on safety and effectiveness. They have been using Minoxidil for 10 years with mild results and oral Finasteride for a year with some positive changes.

A user seeks advice on supplements to counteract libido and erection issues while taking Finasteride. Suggested supplements include Zinc, Maca, L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, Ginseng, Ginkgo, Ashwagandha, and Boron.

The post is about a user experiencing a brutal shed after switching from taking dutasteride 3 days a week to taking it daily. The conclusion is that experiencing shedding when starting a new treatment is normal and varies from person to person.

The conversation is about whether creatine causes hair loss in individuals who are taking finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users report experiencing hair loss when taking creatine, while others do not. There is no consensus on the issue.

Creatine may increase hair loss, but some users on finasteride report no additional loss. One user on a finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling regimen experienced no further hair loss while taking creatine.

A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

A user discovered they have naturally low DHT levels and is concerned about taking finasteride, which could further lower these levels. They are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the treatment given their hormone levels are within the normal range.

The conversation discusses a user trying a carnivore diet to improve hair growth while also taking finasteride. Other users express skepticism about the diet's long-term health effects and suggest any hair improvements are likely due to finasteride.

The user experienced decreased sex drive, weaker erections, and brain fog after taking 1mg Finasteride daily for about 2.5 months. They are considering stopping the treatment due to these side effects, and others in the conversation shared similar experiences with Finasteride and Minoxidil.

Quitting smoking and vaping, along with taking spirulina, improved hair thickness for some users. Others noted that smoking, vaping, and drinking may contribute to hair thinning.

The user experienced significant hair density improvement and darker hair color after four months of taking 1mg finasteride daily, but also noticed temple recession. They started using oral castor oil and microneedling, hoping to prevent further temple recession.

The user experienced fatigue, brain fog, and dizziness after taking Dutasteride for hair loss, suspecting it might be a side effect. They plan to consult a doctor and get blood work done, while others in the conversation discuss potential cognitive effects and compare Dutasteride to Finasteride.

A 27-year-old Indian user reports positive results with no side effects from using 5% Minoxidil with 0.1% Finasteride topically and taking 1mg Finasteride orally daily for hair loss. The user regrets not starting the treatment earlier and notes the appearance of baby hairs along the front hairline.

The conversation discusses regret over delaying finasteride use for hair loss and emphasizes the importance of early preventive measures for health issues, including using sunscreen, taking vitamins, and considering medications like statins. Participants share experiences with finasteride, sunscreen, and other health practices to prevent aging and health problems.

The user has been on finasteride for 3 years but is still experiencing hair loss and recently started taking 3mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride for stronger DHT blocking and considering other conditions like alopecia areata or telogen effluvium.

Oral minoxidil caused significant bloating and swelling for the user, who plans to stop taking it and consult a doctor for alternatives. Other users suggest switching to topical minoxidil, noting that bloating typically subsides within days to weeks after stopping the oral medication.

A user with diffused thinning hair has been using topical minoxidil for over three years with little improvement and is now taking finasteride regularly. They were found to be vitamin D deficient and are on a 20,000 IU weekly prescription, seeking advice on whether correcting the deficiency can aid hair regrowth.

Dutasteride led to significant hair regrowth after initial shedding, with the user also taking oral minoxidil and previously finasteride. The user experienced no side effects and found dutasteride more effective than finasteride.

A user decided to drink minoxidil solution due to difficulties with topical application and cost, taking 0.28ml daily. Others shared their experiences with similar methods, noting effectiveness and minimal side effects, while some expressed concerns about safety and self-medication.