Almost a month on fin boys 18M, listing off my side effects, and some advice for other balding teens or balding people in general.
    6/16/2021

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Tretinoin →

    Vitamin A retinoid cream, prescribed for acne

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) almost a month
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2x daily since late August-early September 2020
    the tone is 😐 neutral.

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    An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin to combat hair loss, experiencing side effects like higher libido and watery semen. He advises others to start with finasteride, avoid natural remedies, and maintain a healthy lifestyle for better hair health.
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      This review discusses various substances used in the treatment of alopecia, highlighting the roles of minoxidil and finasteride, but reports no new experimental findings.

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      34 citations , December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences”
      The conclusion is that small hair follicles cause baldness in macaques, and treatments like antiandrogens and minoxidil can prevent hair loss and promote regrowth.