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use of digital tech for remote healthcare services

Telemedicine, also known as Telehealth, refers to the use of digital communication technologies, such as video calls, phone calls, and mobile apps, to provide healthcare services remotely. This approach allows patients to consult with healthcare professionals without needing to visit a clinic or hospital, making it particularly useful for managing chronic conditions, follow-up appointments, and initial consultations.

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community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

in Female 57 upvotes 10 months ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community 6 months update….fin/minox/dermaroll 1-2x a week….is this working?

in Progress Pictures 189 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 6 month hair loss progress while using finasteride, minoxidil and dermarolling once or twice a week. The user is considering whether they may be able to avoid needing a hair transplant.

community Progress over one year. June 2022 > June 2023 (fin+min)

in Progress Pictures 685 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's one-year progress in hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. The user shared their experience and advice, including adjusting the amount of sprays used based on individual needs and the importance of patience and positivity in the process.

community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?

in Chat 98 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.

community Barely holding onto my NW2 hair... I can't afford to wait... help.

in Treatment 8 upvotes 4 years ago

A user struggled with hair loss and ineffective vitamin treatments from their doctor. They eventually obtained a finasteride prescription through a telemedicine service and felt relieved.

community New Latanoprost-Based Formula Used by Hollywood Celebrities

in Treatment 26 upvotes 1 year ago

A new Latanoprost-based formula used by Hollywood celebrities to treat hair loss, with the formula containing minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, azelaic acid, zinc thymulin, vitamin B6, sandalore and methyl vanillate. It also mentions the potential of offering a combined sublingual minoxidil/oral dutasteride option in the future.

community What treatment helps diffuse hair thinning from insulin resistance?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The individual is experiencing hair loss due to insulin resistance (IR) and is seeking advice. They are currently using a keto diet, supplements, exercise, and plan to add metformin to their regimen.

community Product search: minox + finast + tret

in Product 4 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about someone looking for a single product that combines finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss treatment. They are asking if it exists, where to find it, and if it's available without a prescription.

community My dermatologist didn't give me finasteride and instead gave me latanoprost and some cream

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User asked dermatologist for finasteride, received latanoprost and diprogenta cream instead. Others suggest latanoprost is expensive and not better than minoxidil, recommend trying another doctor for finasteride.

community (Almost) 3 Year Hairline Update 33M: Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral, and some Dermarolling

in Progress Pictures 232 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared a nearly 3-year update on their hairline improvement using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral, and Dermarolling. Other users commented on the success and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.

community 2024 Official beginner guide for “I’m losing my hair, what can I do?”

in General 726 upvotes 1 month ago

For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.

community lost my hair in a single year of treatment at 20 years old

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 86 upvotes 2 months ago

A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.

community There is simply no way to get finasteride in Germany

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 82 upvotes 3 months ago

A user in Germany struggles to get a finasteride prescription despite trying multiple doctors and apps, only receiving minoxidil. Other users suggest alternative sources like Zava.med, EU doctor App, and buying from pharmacies abroad.

community Some more realistic 15 months fin+min results. No loss, but also basically no growth. HT unfortunately seems like the only option left at this point :/

in Progress Pictures 116 upvotes 3 months ago

User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.

community Anything stronger than DUT out there?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses seeking a stronger treatment than Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Suggestions include combining DUT with RU58841, increasing DUT dosage, and using transgender hormone replacement therapy or testosterone blockers, though some options may have feminizing side effects.

community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 68 upvotes 6 months ago

A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

community Not going to say we told you so, but we did

in Satire 172 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about regretting not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride earlier, with some users considering beginning treatment now. Specific treatments mentioned are finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min).

community 15 months fin and keto, thinking about starting oral min. What’s the best way to get ahold of it?

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the user's successful hair regrowth after 15 months of using finasteride and ketoconazole. The user is considering starting oral minoxidil, but others suggest sticking with the current treatment or trying topical minoxidil instead.

community I'm gonna be bald by 20 and I'm not even exagerrating. Wtf do I even do?

in Chat 77 upvotes 1 year ago

A 16-year-old is experiencing early male pattern baldness and is considering using Minoxidil now and Finasteride after turning 18. Another user shared a positive experience with topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting improvement in hair thickness and no side effects.

community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

in Female 29 upvotes 1 year ago

A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

community Stop supporting Keeps and Roman, they’re price gouging you

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 360 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the high cost of hair loss treatments from companies like Keeps and Roman, and suggests cheaper alternatives like GoodRx. Users share their experiences with different providers, costs, and methods of obtaining finasteride, a common hair loss treatment.

community My experience with dutasteride 4.5 months and oral minoxidil 1.5 months so far

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 3 years ago

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil, which helped regrow their hairline and reduce shedding. They experienced side effects like brain fog, sluggishness, and fat gain with dutasteride, and slight chest tightness with oral minoxidil.

community When you pop your first Fin pill

in Satire 3 years ago

Hair loss treatment using Fin, Minoxidil and RU58841 with discussion about potential side effects and the power of nocebo effect.

community I’m already DOING EVERYTHING!!!

in Female 27 upvotes 3 years ago

A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.

community 4.5 months of microneedling – progress

in Microneedling 300 upvotes 4 years ago

A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hair growth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.

community Thoughts on Latanoprost For Miniturization?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses Latanoprost as potential hair loss treatment and considers combining it with oral minoxidil for better results. Seeking opinions on effectiveness and expense.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 21 upvotes 3 weeks ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community How to get a finasteride prescription?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 9 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about someone seeking a finasteride prescription for hair loss and considering paying out of pocket for a dermatologist because they can't find one covered by insurance. They want advice on ensuring they get the prescription and not just a recommendation for biotin pills.

community I am RESTLESS and not STRESSLESS due to my issues of TRESSLESS :(

in Female 15 upvotes 3 years ago

A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.

community PSA: Stop overpaying for your Fin/Dut and get your meds for $20/year.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 216 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Finasteride and Dutasteride can be obtained cheaply through Amazon One Medical with an Rx Pass subscription for $20/year. Users discuss various options and costs for hair loss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.