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      community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

      in Update  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

      community 2 years on .5mg Finasteride/day

      in Progress Pictures  120 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 2 years on 0.5mg finasteride daily, also using minoxidil, showing significant hair improvement. The user noted their hairline is almost fully recovered.

      community Finasteride and minoxidil Dec 1st to may 10th

      in Is this regrowth?  392 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about someone's progress with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil from December 1st to May 10th. They also mention using a topical treatment with a concentration of 0.004 per spray.

      community Doc suggested to start using Fin

      in Treatment  181 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.

      community 16 months of Fin (M47). 1mg 3x per week.

      in Progress Pictures  156 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 48-year-old man shared his 16-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg three times a week, noting some regrowth and emphasizing patience. He chose not to use it daily to minimize side effects, and while some users debate the effectiveness, he confirms maintenance and possibly some regrowth.

      community Correct way to microneedling, with existent hair

      in Microneedling  12 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the correct method of microneedling for hair loss, questioning whether it should be done on areas with long hair without risking hair damage, and if it's necessary for improving blood flow to existing hair. No specific treatments were mentioned.

      community About a month of progress, weirdly better than expected?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reported unexpected hair growth on their crown after using a derma stamp, ketoconazole, and other treatments like rosemary oil and biotin, but before starting finasteride or minoxidil. They questioned if the growth was due to these treatments or an underlying issue besides androgenetic alopecia.

      community Oral Min & Fin - 9 Months no results - diffuse thinner

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hair growth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.

      community 9 months 1.25 fin 3-4ml minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  131 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair loss treatment using 1.25mg finasteride and 3-4ml minoxidil for nine months, and ketoconazole also helped. The user started noticing hair loss around age 23 or 24.

      community Is it possible that dutasteride won’t make you depressedd if finasteride did?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether dutasteride might cause less depression than finasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting it could due to different mechanisms of action or molecular size, while others express skepticism or share personal experiences with these medications.

      community Dutasteride Vs. Testosterone, who wins?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  58 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether 2.5mg of dutasteride or 200mg of testosterone weekly is more influential in preventing hair loss, with various personal experiences indicating that the effectiveness is dependent on the individual's genetic profile. Some users report that dutasteride is likely to be more effective at the given doses.

      community Just about 3 months on fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  99 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for about three months, noting improvement in areas that were previously bald. Some commenters questioned the progress, while others supported the user's satisfaction with their hair's appearance.

      community Do you/can you use ketoconazole shampoo continuously?

      in Ketoconazole  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, advising against continuous use beyond 6 weeks. Users discussed potentially using the 1% version regularly, with a recommendation of 1 or 2 times a week.

      community 8 months min fin derma roller, how it’s look like?

      in Is this regrowth?  707 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 8 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and a derma roller. The user started seeing results after beginning derma rolling, using 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice daily.

      community My current nuclear stack. Thoughts?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using RU58841 twice daily, dutasteride 0.5mg every two days, dutasteride mesotherapy every three months, and 20mg oral minoxidil daily. Other users suggest this regimen is excessive and recommend adding microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Fin and min saved my hair (27m)

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user took 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily for three years, which significantly improved their hair loss and mental health. They recommend starting treatment early and shared progress pictures showing noticeable improvement, especially in the last year.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community Dutasteride half life - conflicting information

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 11 months ago
      The half-life of Dutasteride is commonly stated as around 5 weeks, but some sources suggest it is 170 hours for men aged 20–49, with further information indicating it varies from 3 days to 5 weeks depending on the dose. The user is seeking clarity on these conflicting figures.

      community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hair loss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.

      community My dear dog (M9) is balding...

      in Satire  778 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about a user joking that their dog is balding and needs hair loss treatments like finasteride, with others commenting on the creepiness of an AI-generated image of a dog with human features.

      community 3 years of slowww progress. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  348 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.

      community my Body hair has stopped working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.

      community Medication works - First Pic June 2020

      in Progress Pictures  692 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user improved their hair loss using finasteride, switched to dutasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, and changed from topical to oral minoxidil, resulting in thicker hair, eyebrows, beard, and body hair. Commenters are impressed with the transformation, some mistaking the before and after photos for different people, and the user reports no side effects from the treatments.

      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year 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.