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      community M35, diffuse thinning and HT possibilities

       5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 35-year-old male is experiencing diffuse thinning and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dutasteride. He is considering a hair transplant but is advised to wait and continue with medications for now.

      community 20M What blood test panel should I take?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and oral minoxidil for 2 months and is planning to check testosterone and estradiol levels. He is seeking advice on additional blood tests to consider.

      community Minoxidil (topical) facial bloat

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can cause facial bloat, which some users manage by adjusting sodium intake or using it only on the scalp. Alternatives like finasteride or dutasteride are suggested for those concerned about facial changes.

      community Life Extension - Hair Growth for Men

      1 year ago
      A new supplement for hair growth combines black rice, prickly pear, and saw palmetto, showing promising results in increasing hair density and reducing hair loss. The supplement is considered a drug-free alternative to traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community a new supplement just released

       12 upvotes 8 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.

      community My blood tests pre-fin (excluding DHT)

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a user's blood test results before starting finasteride for hair loss, noting low oestradiol and free testosterone levels. The user seeks advice on whether to begin finasteride treatment.

      community Got my bloodwork results, need guidance!

      in Update  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old male with hair loss is considering starting finasteride but is concerned about potential side effects like gynecomastia due to his prolactin levels. He seeks guidance on whether his bloodwork indicates it's safe to begin treatment.

      community Miniaturization(?) after 12 months on oral fin/min compound

       13 upvotes 1 month ago
      After 12 months on an oral compound of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, the user experienced a seasonal shed and noticed thinner hairs at the hairline, raising concerns about ongoing miniaturization. Another user shared a similar experience and mentioned switching to dutasteride after genetic testing showed finasteride was ineffective.

      community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

      community ASCEplus HRLV Exosomes with microneedling

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The discussion is about using ASCEplus HRLB exosomes for hair loss treatment, which combines 10 billion exosomes with growth factors, nutrients, biotin, and copper tripeptide. The treatment is expensive and typically administered via scalp injections, but in Europe, it's done with microneedling.

      community Inflammation's surprising role in shrinking hair follicles and AGA

      in Technology  66 upvotes 4 months ago
      Inflammation plays a significant role in hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride being used to address it. Users discuss the benefits of anti-inflammatory treatments and peptides like KPV, alongside traditional hair loss treatments, to improve scalp health and hair quality.

      community Naturally high T (1,100+) causing diffuse thinning while on Dut

       22 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male with high testosterone is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy. Suggestions include adjusting dutasteride dosage, monitoring iron levels, and consulting a dermatologist for further evaluation.

      community Oral Min and Fin saving my life (23yrs old diffuse thinner)

      in Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old shares progress using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement in hair density with minimal side effects like initial headaches. The user encourages others with thinning hair to consider these treatments, noting the positive impact on confidence.

      community An unusual case (progress or not?)

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old with a history of hair transplants and long-term finasteride use reports seeing hair regrowth after adding oral minoxidil, micro-needling, and resuming topical minoxidil. Users agree that the hair appears thicker and denser.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

      community Check your vitamin d3 levels!!!

       158 upvotes 2 months ago
      Vitamin D3 deficiency and gut health, particularly H. pylori overgrowth, can impact hair growth and overall health. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride may be ineffective if these issues are not addressed.

      community I don't know how microneedling works so well but it does.

      in Microneedling  116 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling, combined with finasteride and minoxidil, appears to enhance hair growth, with users reporting noticeable improvements. The process involves using a 0.5mm derma roller, which some believe increases blood flow and stimulates hair follicles.

      community Things to do besides treatment to see even more regrowth?

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth strategies, including using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, soy, curcumin, and possibly castor oil. Suggestions also include increasing dutasteride dosage, using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and tretinoin to enhance minoxidil efficacy.