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      community How much does diet affect hair loss?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community Why is human evolution like this 😂

      in Chat 2 years ago
      Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

      community Tretinoin every other day? (with daily minoxidil)

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Using Tretinoin every other day with daily Minoxidil may help with hair regrowth, and some users find it more effective than daily use. There are concerns about irritation and absorption, but small amounts seem to minimize harm.

      community 2 month update Exosomes

       6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user's two month update on their hair loss journey and the treatments they are trying, which include exosome injections, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Almost 3 year Fin only update, start vs now

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures and experiences after nearly three years of using 1mg finasteride daily, cicloprox shampoo, and weekly jojoba oil massages. They reported initial shedding and side effects but eventually saw increased hair density and regrowth, with plans to continue the treatment.

      community Stress make you more androgen sensitive

      in Chat  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      Stress can increase androgen sensitivity, potentially worsening hair loss. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community No-Finasteride Regime

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      User explores no-finasteride hair loss treatments, considering compounds like Minoxidil, Eucapil, Alfatradiol, Stemoxydeine, Azelaic Acid, Retinol, and Ketoconazole Shampoo. They ask about mixing compounds, application schedules, and potential side effects.

      community Almost 3 months on topical min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, expressing hope for continued improvement. Others advised patience, suggesting adding micro-needling and waiting at least a year for significant results.

      community Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.

      in Treatment  262 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.

      community 2 month progress with Minoxidil and Dermaroller

      in Minoxidil  412 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's two-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil and a 0.5mm dermaroller. Some suggest adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride to maintain the results.

      community One full year progress on fin + min

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They also mentioned using the medication inconsistently and considering changes to their shampoo routine.

      community Are the japanese Finasteride 10 year studies even relevant to caucasian men - especially young ones?

      in Technology  105 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride, in different populations. Some users believe that the results of Japanese studies may not be relevant to Caucasian men, especially young ones, and that East Asians may respond better to these treatments. Others argue that clinical studies should be the basis for decision-making, while acknowledging that individual responses to medications can vary.

      community got my very first hair system :)

      in Hair Systems  378 upvotes 2 years ago
      User got a hair system after hair transplant and finasteride didn't meet their needs. Hair system cost $200, initial install $150, and user is satisfied with the results.