Slow progress is better than no progress? Is this regrowth? 9/28/2025
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users note positive changes and suggest dutasteride for oily scalp issues.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity Started finasteride in 09/2023. The top photo is from about a year before I started finasteride + minoxidil. The bottom photo is now at age 37.
The user started finasteride and minoxidil in 2023 and added other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo and a Theradome helmet, noting some improvement but also experiencing fluctuations in hair density. They are considering adding low-dose dutasteride to their regimen and are seeking advice on distinguishing between normal hair changes and actual hair loss progression.
community 2 months before and after. Fin min pill, micro needle, and Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil pills, micro-needling, and Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo. Users suggest giving treatments at least a year to show results, with some recommending stronger treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.
community 6,5 months on oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, with ketokonazole shampoo and dermarolling every other week.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. It is advised to continue this regimen for 12-18 months before considering any changes.
community Almost 3 years apart finasteride, minoxidil, laser helmet & ketoconazole
The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement after nearly three years using finasteride, minoxidil, a laser helmet, and ketoconazole shampoo, reducing hair shedding from 400 to 60 hairs per day. Some users expressed skepticism about the authenticity of the results, while others shared their own experiences and congratulated the user.
community 20M, No Shedding on Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg After 16 Days – Should I Increase Dosage?
A 20-year-old experiencing diffuse thinning is using a regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and ketoconazole to address hair loss. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dosage or adding topical treatments due to minimal shedding observed after 16 days.
community need some advice should i start to take fin
A 16-year-old considering finasteride for hair loss is advised to consult medical professionals due to age-related concerns, as they are currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest waiting until 17 or consulting a dermatologist for a professional opinion, with some recommending topical finasteride as an alternative.
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