Fin year 3 results/maintainence
    Progress Pictures 12/3/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg 1x daily 3 years
    💧 Minoxidil (topical)
    the tone is 😀 positive with thickened hair, maintained hairline results.

    Other terms

    A user has used finasteride for three years to maintain hair thickness and is considering adding minoxidil for temple recession. They report no side effects and are satisfied, while others discuss minoxidil's pros and cons and share hair treatment experiences.
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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

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       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 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

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