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      community What to do... what to do...

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.

      community One year into a healthier hair routine

      in Progress Pictures  225 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user improved hair health using natural products and plans to start using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma stamping for further hairline improvement. They wash hair weekly with Sweet Ginger shampoo and use Bamboo Charcoal for deep cleansing, while conditioning twice a week.
      Shedding or receding even more?

      community Shedding or receding even more?

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after using finasteride and topical minoxidil since August 2024, and briefly adding oral minoxidil in early 2025. They suspect the shedding might be due to the oral minoxidil, a bad batch of finasteride, or a normal shedding cycle, and are also experiencing an itchy scalp and acne.

      community 7 months Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Progress Pictures  1312 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no negative side effects, only increased libido and strength. Dutasteride was used after initial minoxidil treatment, leading to noticeable improvements in hair density.

      community the "its so over / we're so back" pendulum

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 month ago
      People with hair loss experience emotional struggles and body dysmorphia. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are used, but results vary and can take time.

      community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

      in Update  127 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

      community How I stopped minoxidil build up on my scalp.

      in Minoxidil  44 upvotes 2 months ago
      Switching from minoxidil with propylene glycol to a glycerin-based solution helped reduce scalp buildup and dandruff. Using ketoconazole shampoo and a scalp massager also improved scalp health.

      community A scary individual report of RU58841.

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 2 months ago
      RU58841 caused severe side effects like heart palpitations and shortness of breath, leading the user to stop using it. Minoxidil and finasteride were effective without side effects, while RU58841's safety and effectiveness remain uncertain.

      community What's an anecdotal treatment you nevertheless swear by?

      in Product  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hair loss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.

      community 3 months on low dose Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.

      community Totally confused by doctors opinions, would appreciate some clarity

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.

      community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

      in Transgender  118 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

      community 3 month progress on 0.5mg fin only - I think it’s saving me.

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shares his positive progress using 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, noting initial side effects like sore nipples that resolved after adjusting the dosage. Other users discuss their experiences with finasteride, including effects on libido and the trade-offs of using the medication.

      community December 2023 -> November 2024

      in Progress Pictures  580 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced positive results in hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil, with no negative side effects except reduced chest/beard hair density. They plan to continue this routine for two years before possibly reducing the dutasteride dose.

      community day 107 of kx826 .5% . 1+ years on topical minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.

      community Duality of (diffuse thinning) man

      in Chat  67 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.

      community Started war against AGA, who’s gonna win ?

      in Minoxidil  123 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, with users debating their effectiveness and side effects. Despite the treatments, many believe androgenetic alopecia (AGA) ultimately prevails in the long term.

      community Hair regrowth after 8 months alhamdullah

      in Minoxidil  1415 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 30-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth after 8 months using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. He experienced no side effects from finasteride and credited his success to this regimen.

      community Is this retrograde alopecia ??

      in Chat  25 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.