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      community Diffuse thinning is the worst possible balding experience

      in Chat  77 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the struggle with diffuse hair thinning and the effectiveness of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences of hair thickening and shedding stopping with these treatments, but results vary and some are skeptical.

      community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

      in Update  284 upvotes 10 months ago
      A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

      community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

      in Treatment  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1442 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Fermented Rice Water ..... ???

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hair loss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.

      community Bad reaction to Finasteride, what are my other options?

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user had a bad reaction to Finasteride, experiencing anxiety and fatigue, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since they can't use Finasteride or Minoxidil. Suggestions include trying low doses of Finasteride, making a topical version, or using other treatments like Alfatradiol, but the user is hesitant to use Finasteride again and is considering a hair transplant.

      community Progress: 0.5mg finasteride + 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 1 year ago
      This user uses a combination of finasteride and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss, and reports that the treatment has had an impact on his growth without any major side effects. He also shares advice on how to obtain the necessary medications in certain countries.

      community What kind of pill should i choose?

      in Female  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Treating alopecia androgenetica with limited options, such as spironolacton, dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil 5%, Rogaine foam for men, a shampoo with ketoconazol, iron supplement and dermarolling.

      community I've stopped taking finasteride. What now?

      in Finasteride  18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments; they currently use minoxidil and a caffeine shampoo. Suggestions include derma rolling to enhance minoxidil effectiveness and personal experiences of hair loss after stopping finasteride.

      community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

      in Female  15 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

      community End of Year 1 [Fin/Min] SonsUK

      in Progress Pictures  476 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year using oral finasteride and minoxidil spray, despite skepticism from some about the authenticity of the progress. The user experienced minimal side effects, such as an itchy scalp, and emphasized the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.

      community 3 month progress on min + fin capsule

      in Is this regrowth?  400 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using a capsule containing minoxidil and finasteride. They reported no major side effects and plan to continue the treatment until their late 20s.

      community M19 shed after 1yr on dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.

      community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

      community These is the results after 6 months

      in Is this regrowth?  148 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month results using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1mg daily, but still experiences significant shedding. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using apple cider vinegar for dandruff, and considering oral minoxidil and dutasteride.

      community (21M) 13 months into meds, hair fall's returning

      in Update  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 21-year-old male, 13 months into hair loss treatment, reports increased hair fall despite using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, vitamins, and specialized shampoos. He questions the impact of anxiety and depression on hair fall and is hesitant to seek therapy.

      community Closing in on one year on Min+Fin

      in Progress Pictures  744 upvotes 3 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.

      community Long-Term Dutasteride Frustration

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is frustrated with long-term hair loss despite using Dutasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include trying oral Minoxidil, micro-needling, and a homemade caffeinated rosemary tonic.

      community 2 Year progress Fin/Min (1 year Dut)

      in Progress Pictures  277 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, with significant improvement after adding dutasteride in the last year. They advise persistence with the treatment despite initial setbacks.

      community 4 months - Oral Min /Fin update!

      in Progress Pictures  186 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting significant hair growth and some greying. Replies praised the results and inquired about the user's age, who is 33.

      community My 6 month progress pictures: November 2023 to May 2024

      in Progress Pictures  148 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month hair loss progress using minoxidil 5% twice daily and finasteride, noting significant improvement. They experienced an itchy scalp initially but resolved it by washing their hair daily and using oils and conditioner as needed.

      community Can I just start taking these spironolactone on my own?

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering starting spironolactone for hair loss without consulting a dermatologist, as previous dermatologists only recommended biotin, vitamins, or PRP. The user notes that spironolactone is affordable in their country.

      community At least my hair is getting thicker. 1.25 oral min

      in Is this regrowth?  117 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports hair thickening after 2 months on 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, having previously used topical minoxidil with no improvement. Other users suggest taking consistent progress photos and share their own experiences with similar treatments.

      community Now vs 3 months ago👍keep going guys!

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement over three months using topical minoxidil twice a day, rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, a dermaroller once a week, and rosemary shampoo. The post encourages others to keep going with their treatments.

      community 3 months results | minoxidil & finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  269 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hair loss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hair loss.

      community 5 years on Finasteride, 1.5 years on Minoxidil Foam

      in Progress Pictures  703 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for five years and minoxidil foam for 1.5 years to combat hair loss, experiencing significant regrowth after an initial shedding phase with minoxidil. They shared progress pictures and discussed treatment experiences, including the addition of minoxidil to their regimen after noticing reduced efficacy with finasteride alone.