Am I balding or is it just a mature/natural hairline? 5/21/2019
The user is concerned about a receding hairline and is using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and derma rolling to address it. They are considering a hair transplant if these treatments don't work.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity Dermarolling for Diffused Thinning.
The user experienced noticeable hair growth after starting dermarolling with a 1mm device, using minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. They plan to reduce dermarolling frequency to three times a week and are considering additional treatments like finasteride or a hair transplant for increased hair density.
community 5 months on topical min + dermarolling 40m
A 40-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and no hair fall after 5 months using topical minoxidil, dermarolling with a 1.0mm roller, Nizoral shampoo, and biotin gummies. He previously stopped oral finasteride due to daily pill concerns but now uses topical treatments without noticeable side effects.
community 4 Months on oral finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg
The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 4 months of using oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, derma rolling, and biotin tablets. They are happy with the progress and hopeful for continued improvement.
community Almost 3 months on Minoxidil and Finasteride
A 31-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly three months of using oral Minoxidil (3 mg) and Finasteride (1 mg), along with derma rolling, Biotin, and other supplements. He reports no noticeable side effects and encourages others to try the treatment.
community 2 year progress on Min + Fin; transplant possible?
An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss since age 15, recently adding dutasteride and GHK-Cu, but sees no significant improvement and is considering a hair transplant. Concerns are raised about using hormone suppressors at a young age, with suggestions to explore other treatments like dermarolling, diet changes, and checking for deficiencies.
community 4 months, only Minoxidil 5% ,dermarolling twice a week. hair growth results. any suggestions?
Significant hair growth was achieved using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling twice a week, with suggestions to add finasteride for maintenance. There is debate on when to apply Minoxidil after dermarolling to avoid irritation.
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