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      community My 2600 Grafts Hair Transplant Surgery results

       296 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2,600 grafts hair transplant surgery in India, expressing optimism about the results. The conversation also debated the necessity of medications like finasteride to maintain hair transplant results and prevent further hair loss.

      community Has anyone used verteporfin + microneedling?

       10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is considering using verteporfin with microneedling, oral/topical minoxidil, and RU58841 to treat hair loss. They seek advice on dosage and application methods.

      community Trichotest Results: no Finasteride

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.

      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 (26M) I just received the test results for my hair loss.

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 26-year-old man with diffuse alopecia is using electric scalp massage, dermastamp, and multivitamins for treatment but is intolerant to finasteride. A dermatologist recommended PRP and mesotherapy with exosomes and dutasteride.

      community 2250 graft transplant 1.5 month ago.

       150 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user had a 2250 graft hair transplant using both FUT and FUE methods, and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, multivitamins, and biotin. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and appearance of the procedure, with some suggesting additional treatments or considering alternative options like shaving or using a hair system.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

       55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Non-Finasteride and Dutasteride options? Fertility evidently dropping

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing erectile dysfunction and decreased sperm quality from using Dutasteride for hair loss and is considering stopping it to improve fertility. They are exploring other treatments like Viviscal Men, Minoxidil, Revlan Red System, Fluridil, Nizoral, Stemoxydine, and Eucapil.

      community What happened with verteporfin?

       30 upvotes 1 month ago
      Verteporfin, combined with microneedling, shows promise for hair regrowth by allowing hair follicles to grow in wounds, but it's expensive and painful. Pai-1 inhibitors may also help prevent hair loss by degrading fibrosis, and some users continue using minoxidil alongside these treatments.

      community The cure we've been ignoring: Anal Dutasteride

       225 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses using anal administration of Dutasteride as a novel method for treating hair loss, suggesting it could target DHT production more effectively. It includes satirical comments about the method's potential effects and absurd outcomes.

      community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

       1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

      community Dr. Bekir Bek – 3,897 grafts - Ankara on February 23-24

       50 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Bekir Bek in Ankara, involving 3,897 grafts. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride before the procedure but restarted finasteride afterward and plan to reintroduce minoxidil in a few months.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy in USA?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is seeking information on obtaining dutasteride vials for mesotherapy in the US, mentioning a closed source and lack of local clinic options.

      community Dutasteride during virilization?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.

      community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community Serioxyl / Stemoxydine no longer available

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Stemoxydine is no longer available on Amazon in the US, and users discuss alternatives for making topical finasteride. OP cannot use minoxidil due to side effects and seeks other solutions.

      community 3750 Graft Hair Transplant Day 2

      in Transplants  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.

      community No more balding! Hair transplant FUE 2500 grafts from Dr.Ko. Moem clinic

       488 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their satisfaction with a hair transplant of 2,500 grafts performed by Dr. Ko at Moem Clinic in Seoul, Korea, noting significant improvement in hairline and crown density. They also mentioned using dutasteride and minoxidil as part of their treatment.

      community M24 – Doctor advised against immediate HT due to weak donor area. Thoughts?

       18 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male was advised against an immediate hair transplant due to a weak donor area and was recommended to use PRP, oral minoxidil, and finasteride for a month before reassessment. Users suggested continuing finasteride and minoxidil for a longer period, as results typically take more than a month, and some expressed skepticism about the doctor's recommendations.

      community 1 year before/after 3500 graft hair transplant

       116 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 31-year-old male shared his experience with a 3500 graft hair transplant and plans for a second procedure, using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, a red light hat, and Nizoral. He clarified that hair transplants can be done for diffuse thinning and discussed future maintenance and graft reserves.

      community PRP with Exosomes - The next step for me?

       3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering PRP with exosomes for hair loss after oral minoxidil and dutasteride failed to provide desired results. Despite suggestions for a hair transplant, the user is hesitant due to cost and complexity, and is unsure about other options.