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      community Low dose oral minoxidil, any success stories?

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil shows mixed results, with some users experiencing hair regrowth and others seeing no significant change. Finasteride is also commonly used, often in combination with minoxidil, and is generally considered effective with a low rate of side effects.

      community 8 months of 1mg fin EOD and 1ml of topical min ED

      in Progress Pictures  185 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day and 1ml topical minoxidil daily, with initial shedding but improvement by three months. Microneedling was also used, with adjustments to frequency and needle length for better results.

      community Hair regrowth after 8 months alhamdullah

      in Minoxidil  1415 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 30-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth after 8 months using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. He experienced no side effects from finasteride and credited his success to this regimen.

      community What I've Learned: A Quality of Life Guide

       78 upvotes 7 years ago
      The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and sulfur-including shampoo. The author shares personal experiences and tips for application, frequency, and managing side effects, noting significant regrowth with both minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

      in Technology  193 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community 3+ months of shedding with no end in sight

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user has been on 1mg finasteride daily for 10 months, initially seeing great results, but started shedding heavily again at the 7-month mark. They are considering whether to continue with finasteride or switch to dutasteride.

      community 2 and A Half Months on Fin + Min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  237 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil inconsistently for 2.5 months and is satisfied with the progress. Other users commented on the progress, with some suggesting oral minoxidil as a more convenient option.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community Min/Fin is pure magic. Seriously. Read below

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user reported significant hair growth improvements using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, despite minor side effects. The doctor advised against combining multiple treatments to identify what works.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community [40m] 1yr results on 5mg oral Min, 3 months Fin + 8 months Dut

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 40-year-old man experienced significant hair density improvement after using 5mg oral Minoxidil for one year, 3 months of Finasteride, and 8 months of Dutasteride. Dutasteride was chosen for its stronger effect against DHT compared to Finasteride, and the user reported no side effects.

      community Planning to for Hair transplant

      in Transplants  104 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.

      community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?

      in Chat  317 upvotes 10 months ago
      People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.

      community My hair stopped falling out after I quit smoking

      in Update  60 upvotes 1 month ago
      Quitting smoking led to reduced hair loss for the original poster, who also used finasteride and topical minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences with smoking and hair loss, with some noticing improvements after quitting and others seeing no change.

      community Topical Pyrilutamide - Hormone Panel

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user used 0.5 mL of 0.5 mg of Pyrilutamide for 60 days for hair loss, but didn't notice any hair growth. They shared their hormone panel results and are seeking advice on next steps.

      community Dht normal after taking fin and then dut

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been taking dutasteride for 8 months and finasteride before that, with normal DHT levels but high estradiol and prolactin, leading to sexual side effects. The user is disappointed with these results.

      community Closing in on one year on Min+Fin

      in Progress Pictures  744 upvotes 7 months ago
      User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pills daily, along with vitamin D3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.