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      community Hair journey since august, help!

       21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.

      community Two-year update - dut, min, niz, 1.5mm roller

       511 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a two-year update on their hair loss treatment using dutasteride (0.5mg/day), minoxidil (Kirkland topical foam 2x/day), a 1.5mm derma roller every other week, and a daily multivitamin with biotin. They reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community Rant: How to stop hating myself for delaying treatment?

       11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses regret over delaying hair loss treatment, specifically with finasteride, and the emotional impact of hair loss. The user eventually stabilized their hair using oral finasteride after trying other treatments like topical finasteride, Fluridil, and Alfatradiol, and is considering future options like a hair transplant.

      community I don’t know what to do at this point

      in Female  87 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old woman with female pattern baldness has tried minoxidil, red light therapy, and supplements without success. She is considering spironolactone and seeking medical advice.

      community I want it all to end so badly. I’ve lost my 20s to this

      in Chat  73 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person struggling with hair loss is using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and has had a hair transplant but remains deeply unhappy. Others suggest alternative treatments, acceptance, and focusing on other life aspects, emphasizing mental health and therapy.

      community Highly experimental stack! Self Study Coming!

       6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 19-year-old plans to use an experimental hair loss treatment stack including micro-needling, Minoxidil, Pyrilutamide, Ketoconazole shampoo, and other unreleased compounds like PP405. Users advise against using unverified treatments and suggest sticking to proven options like Finasteride, with some recommending topical application to avoid side effects.

      community Nothing compensates enough for hair loss at young age.

      in Chat  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      Early hair loss causes emotional distress, and common coping strategies like fitness and fashion are inadequate. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair systems, and scalp micropigmentation were tried but were unsatisfactory.

      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community Some of y’all need to hear this

      in Chat  351 upvotes 3 years ago
      Understanding that the importance of hair loss should not be overstated and encouraging self-love and confidence regardless of physical appearance. People discussed how they were feeling about their own hair loss and shared tips on treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.

      community I am about to cry, umI hate my gens

      in Chat  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.

      community What is up with Dutasteride making peoples hair loss worse

       35 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride often causes increased hair shedding initially. Dutasteride is stronger but takes longer to show results, leading to concerns about worsening hair loss during the transition.

      community I’m crashing out (female pattern hair loss)

       40 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A woman experiencing female pattern hair loss has been using topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but is seeking further treatment options due to plateaued results. Suggestions include spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments like PRP, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist and conducting thorough medical evaluations.

      community Finasteride really is a miracle drug

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  181 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil help maintain hair and slightly improve hairlines but are less effective at regrowing hair in bald areas, often needing a hair transplant for full restoration. Many users report no side effects and wish they had started treatment earlier.

      community How accurate is this picture ??

       3084 upvotes 8 months ago
      People discussed using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, with mixed results and side effects. Some had positive outcomes, while others experienced issues like libido changes and chose alternatives like hair systems.

      community When did your regrowth level out?

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair regrowth typically levels out after several months of treatment with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with many users experiencing stabilization rather than significant regrowth. Starting treatment early is crucial, as regrowth is rare beyond Norwood 3 without additional interventions like hair transplants.

      community Hairline slowly coming back from the dead 💀

       504 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced positive hair regrowth using oral and topical minoxidil, oral dutasteride, microneedling, and supplements. They noted improved hairline and temple density with minor side effects like a few forehead pimples.

      community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair

       676 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.

      community this community is so funny bro

      in Satire  1804 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are discussed, with users sharing mixed experiences about effectiveness and side effects. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about side effects, highlighting the importance of personal choice.