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      community Let’s talk about micro needling

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone. Optimal results are seen with weekly microneedling using 0.5 - 1mm needles and regular minoxidil application, avoiding minoxidil on the needled area for 24 hours.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community 18M 8 months progress 40mg daily dut stack

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.

      community Any positive responses for Diffuse Thinner with Retrograde using Fin/Min/Dut

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.

      community Reversing Hairloss with 7α-Methyl-19-Nortestosteron aka Trestolone

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Trestolone, GHK-Cu, and Minoxidil. They avoided Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and noted that their approach reduced androgenic load, contributing to hair regrowth.

      community 3 years worth of bloodwork on Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a significant drop in libido and erectile issues after increasing their finasteride dosage, combining oral and topical treatments. They plan to take a break and resume using a lower concentration of topical finasteride to manage side effects.

      community My dad says this is “a mircule”

       513 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old user experienced hair regrowth and no side effects after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and using minoxidil foam daily. They reported improved hair retention and shared their treatment routine, including a prescription for dutasteride and the use of minoxidil, while humorously discussing side effects and personal experiences.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community 3 months on 2.5mg oral min and 0.5 dut

      in Is this regrowth?  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth after 3 months of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness and suggestions to increase minoxidil dosage or consider a hair transplant. Some users recommend additional treatments like dermarolling and micro-needling, while others share personal experiences with side effects and alternative treatments.

      community 3 month using minoxidil 5% once a day

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using minoxidil 5% once a day for hair loss, with suggestions to add finasteride for better results. It also discusses the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride and the importance of consistent application.

      community Finasteride & Dutasteride success!

       817 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss and initially used Finasteride, but switched to Dutasteride after continued shedding. Dutasteride stabilized their hair density with mild side effects, and they did not use Minoxidil.

      community New stack I started this year has ruined my hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride worsened hair condition, leading to frustration and heart issues, prompting a return to topical treatments and the addition of tretinoin. Patience and consistency are advised, as these treatments can take years to show results, and abrupt changes may cause shedding.

      community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver

       374 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.

      community Reminder: you can get dutasteride for $6.33 / month in the United States

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride can be obtained for $6.33 per month in the US through Cost Plus Drugs, with prescriptions easily switched from finasteride by contacting a doctor. Users discuss various methods to obtain affordable dutasteride, including using online pharmacies and considering generic options, while cautioning against buying from unreliable sources like eBay.

      community I bought 72 packages of Dutasteride

      in Chat  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user traveled to Turkey to buy 72 packages of Dutasteride for a year-long supply and successfully brought them back home. They plan to use 2.5mg of Dutasteride daily along with RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Would it be possible to regrow the temples

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride may help stabilize hair loss, but regrowth at the temples is challenging and often requires additional treatments like minoxidil or a hair transplant. Users suggest patience and possibly combining treatments for better results.

      community Fin/min was honestly a miracle for me

      in Progress Pictures  436 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Other users discussed their varied experiences with these treatments and offered additional advice.

      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.

      community Dutasteride at 21 years old. Is it safe?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old individual questioning the safety and potential side effects of using Dutasteride for hair loss, after Finasteride and RU58841 had limited effect. The responses vary, with some users suggesting it's safe and others advising to check hormone levels before proceeding.