Just wanted to thank this sub. Chat 11/10/2023
The conversation is about individuals sharing their positive experiences with hair loss treatments, specifically using oral minoxidil and finasteride, which have improved their hair density and helped them worry less about balding. Some users have been on these treatments for various durations and have noticed maintenance and regrowth of hair.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Progress almost 5 months in - min/fin oral. [Pics from same month]
A user shared progress pictures after almost 5 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. Despite initial heavy shedding, they noticed improved hair density at the crown.
community Progress: From June 2022 (7 months of min + fin) to now (1 year) — I’ve lost so much density in this period and I have no idea why. I was getting pretty good resultup until that point. Is there anything else I can try? I’ve tried min, fin, tretinoin, micro needling, and castor oil. I feel hopeless.
The user lost hair density after 7 months of using minoxidil and finasteride and is seeking advice on other treatments after trying tretinoin, microneedling, and castor oil. Suggestions include checking for scalp conditions like eczema or psoriasis, changing minoxidil brands, and questioning hair dryer use and finasteride dosage.
community It’s getting worse. (4 months)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.
community 1ish year on fin and no improvement
The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.
community Diffuse thinning is the worst man
The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
community Next month marks 2 years on Dutasteride. When does it start working?
A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.
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