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      community Is tazarotene potentially better than tretinoin in combination with topical minoxidil?

       1 upvotes 10 months ago
      Tazarotene may be more effective than tretinoin when combined with topical minoxidil for hair loss due to its selective binding to RAR-beta and gamma, though it can cause irritation. Tazarotene's potency can lead to indirect inflammatory reactions despite potentially causing less irritation than tretinoin.

      community 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.

      community How to take care of the microneedler?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Disinfecting microneedlers is important to prevent infection, with suggestions to use high-percentage alcohol or denture tablets for sterilization. Rollers may cause skin damage, so stamps or pens are recommended for safer microneedling.

      community 2 Month Progress (Fin 1mg and Min( 2.5mg)

       106 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with their 2-month progress using a 3-in-1 oral tablet containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, with minor side effects like slightly lower libido. They report no significant issues like breakouts and note that oral treatments are more effective than topical ones.

      community 4 months on oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for

      in Progress Pictures  256 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for nearly four months, reporting significant crown gains and slight temple progress without side effects. The user chews a Hims 3-in-1 tablet and has not experienced any shedding due to starting with a shaved head.

      community 10 months of treatment what has changed

      in Is this regrowth?  100 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride have improved hair thickness and density, but temple areas remain stubborn. Continued use is recommended, with suggestions for topical minoxidil, microneedling, or considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community Progress and Contemplating H/T

       16 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil since mid-April and sees progress on the crown but not the front, considering a hair transplant. Suggestions include continuing medication, adding microneedling, and possibly getting a hair transplant for areas with no hair.

      community Does ashwagandha work against finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride may cause insomnia, and ashwagandha is suggested to help with sleep issues without significantly affecting testosterone or DHT levels. Users discuss personal experiences with sleep disturbances and suggest consulting a doctor if side effects persist.

      community Prolactin and E2 high after finasteride

       18 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user experienced libido issues after using finasteride for five months, with elevated prolactin and estradiol levels. The discussion includes differing opinions on whether these symptoms are due to hormonal imbalances or post-finasteride syndrome.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community Hair deteriorated in 8 months fin+min.

       5 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss after 8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, with no initial shedding or improvement. Suggestions included checking for autoimmune issues, thyroid problems, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Antihistamines interaction with Finasteride.

       2 upvotes 4 years ago
      Stopping antihistamines may resolve neurological side effects when using finasteride. Users experienced muscle aches, headaches, and lethargy when combining the two.

      community 4 months on fin 1mg daily only - can sum1 explain? 9/10 experience

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      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.

      community Vitamin D slight temple regrowth

       111 upvotes 6 months ago
      Vitamin D supplementation may have led to slight hair regrowth and density improvement. Other treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and maintaining optimal vitamin D levels.

      community 10 months of progress on oral fin and min

       18 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after 10 months using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, with initial side effects that settled over time. They are considering whether to increase the dosage or get a transplant for further improvement.

      community What is the consensus on topical tretinoin mono therapy?

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of topical tretinoin as a monotherapy for hair loss, with users suggesting it may not be as effective as minoxidil or finasteride. The original poster is considering other options like a phenol peel and is concerned about the risks of derma rolling.

      community The solution for Topical Fin non responders?

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering using tretinoin with topical finasteride due to poor absorption and side effects from oral finasteride. They are also contemplating switching to topical dutasteride, while others suggest trying oral minoxidil or lower oral doses.

      community Need help with reviving temple areas

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement in temple areas. Suggestions include trying microneedling with minoxidil or considering a hair transplant, though temple transplants can be challenging.

      community 5th day on fin, sleepy as hell

      8 months ago
      The user is experiencing sleep issues after starting finasteride for hair loss and is considering using magnesium or melatonin to improve sleep. Other users suggest that sleep disturbances are a common side effect initially, but may improve over time.

      community Fin, Testorone and Gyno Theory

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses managing gynecomastia symptoms potentially caused by finasteride use, with treatments including reducing finasteride dosage, using DIM, ashwagandha, tamoxifen, epistane, and arimistane. Users share experiences and advice on balancing testosterone and estrogen levels to address symptoms.

      community 11 months on fin + min. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  918 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.

      community 15yo with severe anxiety from Norwood 2.5 and thinning

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing hair loss and anxiety is using minoxidil and microneedling but is advised against starting finasteride or dutasteride due to age. The discussion emphasizes consulting a doctor, considering hormonal evaluations, and exploring non-medication coping strategies.