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      community 24M still losing on Dut and Oral Min

      in Update  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male is losing hair despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, with no regrowth from April to October 2024. He is considering increasing his dosage and looking for cheaper prescriptions, while others recommend consulting a trichologist or trying different treatments.

      community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

      community 19M Am i a minoxidil hyper responder?

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 2 years ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community Dutasteride at 21 years old. Is it safe?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old individual questioning the safety and potential side effects of using Dutasteride for hair loss, after Finasteride and RU58841 had limited effect. The responses vary, with some users suggesting it's safe and others advising to check hormone levels before proceeding.

      community My success story

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user achieved noticeable hair regrowth after 5 months by using a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and applying rosemary oil multiple times a week. They recommend this natural treatment for those experiencing mild hair thinning.

      community Mystery hair loss and colour change

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss and color change despite low testosterone levels and healthy lifestyle changes. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo and consulted a dermatologist, who found no scalp issues but suggested using Toppik for coverage.

      community 7 Months treatment update - DUT/FIN and Min

       94 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old male has been treating hair loss for 7 months, initially using finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg, then switching to dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 3.75mg. He reports shedding but sees improvements in hair texture, color, and density, with mild regrowth along the hairline and temples.

      community Before and after: 1 year of Min, 8 months of Fin

       355 upvotes 4 months ago
      Improved hair density and texture after using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for a year. The user is satisfied with the results, noting no significant side effects except reduced seminal volume.

      community Day 204 of scalp massage, for those who say that is not working….

      in Chat  179 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's hair growth routine involving scalp massages, dermastamping, and rosemary oil, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users suggest proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others debate the merits of alternative methods.

      community 3 surgery total 7600 Grafts surgery journey

       726 upvotes 7 months ago
      A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.

      community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

       775 upvotes 8 months ago
      A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community Dutasteride has been nuking me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

      community Don't think I can go on like this anymore

       120 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 24-year-old is struggling with severe depression and anxiety due to hair loss, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years. They are advised to consider shaving their head, exploring wigs or hair systems, and focusing on other aspects of life like health, relationships, and career.

      community One year Fin & Min daily, results…

      in Is this regrowth?  438 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using daily 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil, specifically the Alopexy brand, with no negative side effects. They noticed improvements after a year, with comments from others confirming the success.

      community Temporalis Hypertrophy and hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp exercises. Opinions vary on the effectiveness, with some attributing hair loss to muscle tension and inflammation, while others focus on genetics and DHT.

      community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus

       78 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.