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      community Should I tell my boyfriend he is losing hair?

      in Chat  204 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user wonders if she should tell her boyfriend about his hair loss. Responses suggest telling him gently and discussing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 22 | ~34 Months Finasteride Update

      in Progress Pictures  820 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 34-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, noting they maintained regrowth even after stopping minoxidil a year ago. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed admiration for the results.

      community Finasteride only: Before vs 11 months

      in Progress Pictures  437 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after 11 months of using finasteride. The user experienced minimal shedding and plans to continue the treatment long-term.

      community Need motivation, can’t live normally

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3131 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

      community Refused to take pictures at my friends wedding because i’m balding

      in Chat  255 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user expressed deep frustration and embarrassment about balding, especially at a friend's wedding, and mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and offered support, with some suggesting therapy and hair treatments.

      community Topical fin and min and swallowing semen

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  118 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community 10 months CB and Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 7 months ago
      A person with Alopecia Areata on their beard is using CB-03-01 and oral minoxidil for treatment. Some users question the effectiveness of CB-03-01 for beard hair, suggesting that minoxidil alone may be responsible for any observed hair growth.

      community 1 Year Progress On 0.5mg Finasteride + 5mg Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1315 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using 0.5mg of oral finasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth from almost bald to much thicker hair. Other users discussed their own experiences with these treatments, with some preferring topical applications to avoid side effects.

      community 9 months on fin and oral minoxidil (26M)

      in Progress Pictures  2326 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 9 months of using 1mg finasteride daily and 2.5mg oral minoxidil every other day, with no side effects. Other users expressed various reactions, from skepticism to hope, and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community (25M) 25 days of treatment min + microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 25 days of using Minoxidil, microneedling, and recently started topical finasteride for hair loss. Some commenters are skeptical about the results, while others notice new hair growth.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.

      community Big sheeding after 9 months on minoxidil. Maybe caused by switching brands?

      in Minoxidil  134 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started shedding hair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hair loss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.

      community Bald groom beaten over fake hair.

      in Satire  881 upvotes 1 year ago
      A bald groom was beaten by the family of the bride for wearing a wig. The conversation discusses the cultural stigma around baldness in India and the consequences of deception in arranged marriages.

      community Oral minoxidil works wonders!!!

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth on his crown after using oral minoxidil (initially 1.25 mg, increased to 2.5 mg, then reduced back to 1.25 mg) and finasteride (1 mg), without side effects except increased hair on arms, beard, and eyelashes. He also used anaphase conditioner and shampoo but no derma rolling or additional multivitamins.

      community 10 months fin/min progress update

      in Progress Pictures  1217 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 10-month progress update using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with other users offering congratulations, jokes, advice, and questions.

      community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.