Is it something to be hopeful for? Chat 8/7/2025
The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair loss but is concerned about the lack of growth in small hairs. Others suggest patience, as results can take up to two years, and emphasize the importance of exercise and diet.
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community 2025 Official beginner guide for “I’m losing my hair, what can I do?”
For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
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community Has anyone over age 35+ succeeded with Fin, dut or min
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community Some more realistic 15 months fin+min results. No loss, but also basically no growth. HT unfortunately seems like the only option left at this point :/
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?
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community No regrowth after oral min, topical fin, min, and tret: Aggressive diffuse/hairline recession in 2 years
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