Hair progress finasteride only 1 yr & 2 yr progress (22 - 24 y/o) Progress Pictures 5/7/2022
A user shared their 1 and 2-year hair progress using finasteride only, showing significant improvement. They experienced some initial side effects but found the treatment effective and regret not starting earlier.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does ketokonazole on its own improve androgenetic alopecia?
Ketoconazole can slightly improve hair density and is best used as an adjunct to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. It helps with scalp health but won't stop androgenetic alopecia on its own.
community Finasteride 4 months way worse then when I started, shed or am I cooked? 19m
A 19-year-old experienced worsening hair loss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.
community Apostles Creed: On The Third Day, He Rose Again From The Dead. 9 Months Dutasteride 1mg daily and Oral Minoxidil 2.5-5mg daily on Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia
The conversation is about a person's positive experience with Dutasteride 1mg and Oral Minoxidil 2.5-5mg daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months. They mention a tough initial shedding phase, no side effects after 9 months, and a preference for oral treatments due to convenience and pet safety.
community The dread shed is obliterating my hair (22M). Been on treatment for about 1.5-2 months. First 8 pics are from a month ago and the rest are my current state. Will this regrow?
A 22-year-old is experiencing significant hair shedding and is using multiple treatments, including oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, topical dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering adding RU58841 and stemoxydine. Others advise patience, suggesting sticking to finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year before evaluating results, as initial shedding is normal and adding too many treatments can be counterproductive.
community KX-826+Minoxidil Outperforms Minoxidil Alone for AGA Treatment: 30+ New Hairs/cm² (24 Weeks, P=0.0075)
KX-826 combined with minoxidil significantly increases hair growth compared to minoxidil alone for treating male androgenetic alopecia, with no unexpected safety concerns. Users discuss various hair loss treatments, including KX-826, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, sharing personal experiences and sourcing information.
community 6 months on dutast and minoxodil, hair growing like weeds now!
A woman experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, despite initial hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. She reported minimal side effects and highlighted the effectiveness of these treatments for women, despite doctors' hesitancy to prescribe them.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research Updates on Therapeutic Approaches for Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Current and new treatments for hair loss include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, but results vary and new options are being explored.
research Rat Steroid 5α-Reductase Kinetic Characteristics: Extreme pH-Dependency of the Type II Isozyme in Prostate and Epididymis Homogenates
The activity of a specific rat enzyme in the prostate and epididymis is highly dependent on the acidity level.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
PRP therapy helps slow hair loss and increases hair thickness.
research Comparative Study of a Topical and Oral Combination Therapy Containing Oleanolic Acid, Apigenin, and Biotinyl Tripeptide-1 in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Prospective, Open-Label Trial
The combination therapy improved hair growth and thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research Germination Enhances Phytochemical Profiles of Perilla Seeds and Promotes Hair Growth via 5α-Reductase Inhibition and Growth Factor Pathways
Germinated perilla seeds can naturally promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
research Inflammatory Signatures and Biological Markers in Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Hair Regrowth: A Comprehensive Narrative Analysis
Managing inflammation and using vitamins can improve PRP therapy for better hair growth.