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      community About to hop on Fin

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 25-year-old is starting finasteride to address hair loss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, including initial shedding and side effects, while offering advice and support.

      community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.

      community Trying to eat Beetroot Powder and not get bald

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and is using minoxidil while considering beetroot powder, which may affect testosterone and DHT levels. They are cautious about starting finasteride due to potential side effects.

      community Trichotest Results: no Finasteride

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.

      community Reminder: You cannot donate blood if you are taking Fin or Dut

       730 upvotes 1 year ago
      You cannot donate blood if you are taking finasteride or dutasteride due to potential risks to pregnant women. Finasteride has a shorter wait time to donate blood compared to dutasteride, and both oral and topical forms can disqualify you from donating.

      community The best Ethanol/Propylene Glycol ratio for home made topical finasteride?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the best ethanol and propylene glycol ratio for homemade topical finasteride, with a focus on absorption and drying issues. The user shares their experience using a 50% propylene glycol, 30% ethanol, and 20% water solution, and considers adjusting the ethanol content for better results.

      community I had a hair transplant in Turkey!

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their positive experience of getting a 4000-graft hair transplant in Turkey, mentioning the professional service at Vera Clinic and enjoying tourism in Istanbul and Cappadocia. They discussed using topical finasteride as a recommended treatment to prevent further hair loss.

      community 2022->2026, 3.5 years Fin, no min, trans male

       81 upvotes 2 months ago
      A trans male shared his 3.5-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density and hairline thickness without using minoxidil due to health concerns. He also uses Tołpa Torf shampoos and scalp serums, and emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-image in his journey.

      community ru58841 in europe, without getting water in the mail.

       1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a trustworthy and affordable source for RU58841 in Europe, with a comparison between Anagenic and Actifolic. The user seeks experiences from others in the EU to avoid receiving water instead of the product.

      community How many grafts for second HT? Thinking of Turkey.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user had a hair transplant in 2021 with 1600 grafts and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and collagen. They are considering another transplant in Turkey to address a bald spot and improve coverage in the front and middle.

      community Legit or Snake-oil Alike Service

       3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair therapy advertisements claim to use a mix of fallopia multiflora, ginseng, angelica sinensis, and vitex rotundifolia for hair growth. A user dismisses it as fake.

      community Breezula / pyrilutamide vs topical fin / dut for added protection on TRT?

       2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 35-year-old is considering Breezula, Pyrilutamide, or topical finasteride/dutasteride to protect against hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). They currently use finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride but experienced increased hair shedding with TRT.

      community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.

       1096 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.

      community Good evening tressless, here to give you all an update and hopefully give some hope as I used to binge this sub back at the start of my journey, routine is 1mg fin, 2.5mg min per day, been nearly 3 years now 21M

      in Progress Pictures  1759 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old shared impressive hair regrowth results after nearly three years using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily. The user experienced shedding periods but reported no side effects, and the transformation was praised by many.

      community How quickly does fin raise estradiol levels?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can quickly raise estradiol levels by blocking DHT, allowing testosterone to convert to estrogen. Taking finasteride for just a few days can affect blood test results.

      community Hair Repair Clinic - are they legit?

       1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the legitimacy of Hair Repair Clinic's topical products and the use of ethanol/water solution instead of trichosol for finasteride. The user prefers ethanol for faster drying and less odor.

      community Turkey is constantly pouring money into fear mongering around finasteride in order to protect its hair transplant economy

       119 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly recommended by hair transplant clinics, including those in Turkey, despite some negative perceptions and concerns about side effects. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about side effects and others emphasizing the importance of these medications for successful hair transplants.

      community RU58841 Permanently Fixed Balding In Unexpected Way.

      in Satire  123 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user humorously describes trying various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with a satirical twist involving psychedelic experiences and imaginary entities. They mistakenly used LSD instead of RU58841 and plan to continue experimenting with other substances.

      community Experience with Nutrafol products

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Nutrafol products, Minoxidil, and considering Finasteride for hair loss treatment. The user is exploring natural supplements and other options due to low testosterone levels and concerns about Finasteride while trying to conceive.

      community Why My Discipline Can't Beat My "Watery Belly" on Finasteride

      11 months ago
      A user experienced a "watery belly" and cellulite after starting finasteride, despite maintaining a disciplined fitness routine. Others suggest checking hormone levels, as changes in DHT and estrogen could affect fat metabolism, but age might also be a factor.

      community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.

      community My hair transplant journey at Eugenix.

       133 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Eugenix in India, noting the professionalism and natural results. They mentioned using 2815 grafts and discussed the clinic's controversial name, but did not mention using specific treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Oral Fin+Min+Biotin Progress 2 Mo

       37 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after switching from topical to oral treatments, using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. They reported no major side effects, except for slightly thicker hair on their hands.

      community Just introduced RU wish me luck!! (+ whats working for me) NO MIN!

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using finasteride, RU58841, and various natural supplements and treatments like seamoss, fish oil, and black rice water spray to combat hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to dependency concerns. They report thicker hair and regained confidence, while discussing the potential risks and benefits of RU58841 with others.

      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.