Thin spots over time even with Finasteride Progress Pictures 4/14/2024
A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hair transplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Minoxidil aint shit, genetics are dumb, i dont want to be bald
Minoxidil alone is not effective for significant hair regrowth; combining it with finasteride or dutasteride is necessary. Additional treatments like hair transplants, microneedling, or oral medications are recommended for better results.
community Hair much worse after 6 months?
A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.
community 7 years on Fin… I’m tired of this
The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.
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A user's 9 month progress using Finasteride, Derma Pen/Roller and Minoxidil to treat hair loss. Replies in the conversation include advice on topical application of Minoxidil and Dutasteride for regrowth and hair thickness.
community Start when you first notice hair loss
Start hair loss treatment early. Finasteride stops hair loss; dutasteride and oral minoxidil slightly improve thickness.
community 1.5 years finasterite. 1 tablet daily. Don't see any improvement.
The user has been taking finasteride for 1.5 years without seeing improvement in hair regrowth. Suggestions include adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride, with concerns about side effects.
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