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      community 32M, 5 year progress pictures

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  127 upvotes 3 days ago
      The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.

      community I can't take it any longer... and dont know how much time should i wait to understand if the treatment even works...

      in Update  1 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair loss and has been using 5% minoxidil for 11 months, finasteride for nearly 6 months, and gel tretinoin for 4 months, with inconsistent use of ketoconazole shampoo. Despite these treatments, they are losing 200-250 hairs daily and are concerned about the lack of stabilization and potential continuous hair loss.

      community 9 months on Fin - no progress , should I get on Dutasteride?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss but hasn't seen regrowth, only maintenance. They are considering switching to dutasteride, which is believed to be more effective, but are concerned about potential side effects.
      Should I Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding

      community Should I Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding

      in General  159 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is considering switching from a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin to oral minoxidil while continuing oral dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to make this switch or wait for the shedding to stabilize, and are concerned about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.

      community Topical Finasteride Selection

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.

      community Anyone else having a bad summer shed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 5 months ago
      Users are experiencing increased hair shedding despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, hair vitamins, and DHT shampoo. Some note this happens seasonally, while others are concerned their treatments are no longer effective.

      community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

      in Female  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

      community Help On Topical Finasteride 0.3%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.

      community Microneedling doesnt seem to do anything

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.

      community Can someone help me understand my blood test results?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.

      community Can a HT fix a severe case of diffuse thinning scalp?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has severe diffuse thinning on the scalp and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, tretinoin, and Nizoral without satisfactory results. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about the cost and the number of grafts needed.

      community 3 months update (min, fin, microneedle, ketocanozal)

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam for three months, 1mg Finasteride for 1.5 months, weekly derma stamping, and Ketoconazole shampoo twice a week for hair loss treatment. They have not noticed any improvement since February and are concerned about baby hair falling out when applying Minoxidil and shampooing.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

      community Finasteride/ Dut dosage advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old user is seeking advice on adjusting their hair loss treatment, which includes daily finasteride, oral minoxidil, and various supplements. They are considering switching to alternate-day dosing of finasteride or dutasteride and are concerned about potential shedding and effectiveness.

      community Been on Min and Fin for Years and I am Devastated.

      in Treatment  64 upvotes 2 years ago
      Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hair loss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hair loss.

      community Starting oral finasteride today - could use your encouragement!

      in Chat  50 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started oral finasteride to improve hair regrowth, especially in the crown area, after only seeing some maintenance and regrowth with a regimen of micro-needling, topical Dutasteride, and Rogaine. They were initially concerned about side effects but decided to proceed after research and consultations.

      community Not happy with current routine, suggestions for improvement?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 26-year-old male is unhappy with his current hair loss routine, which includes microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and a topical formula with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and other ingredients. He struggles with consistency due to ADHD and is considering switching to oral medication for simplicity, but is concerned about side effects and effectiveness.

      community I'm 20 y.o. and losing hairs. Could you help me somehow?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, Biotin, Selenium, Zinc, and a shampoo with various ingredients but is still losing hair. They had side effects from topical finasteride and are considering RU58841 but are concerned about past heart issues.

      community Minoxidil and finateride progress 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  362 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a person's one-year progress using Minoxidil and five months on Finasteride 1.25mg daily for hair loss, with noticeable improvement after switching brands and adding Finasteride. Some users commented on the unchanged position of a toothpaste tube in the progress photos, while others discussed their own hair regrowth experiences with similar treatments.

      community Venting My Frustration with Doctors

      in Chat  14 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 22.5-year-old male is frustrated with doctors for not taking his diffuse thinning seriously. He has been using finasteride for 2.5 years, avoids topical minoxidil due to dandruff, and is hesitant about oral minoxidil due to weight and injury concerns.

      community Vitamin c serum after dermarolling.

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      Using Vitamin C serum after dermarolling may help with healing and hair health. The safety of additional ingredients like Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, and Sodium Metabisulfite in hair regrowth is questioned.

      community Does ashwagandha improve or worsen MPB hair loss

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the impact of Ashwagandha on hair loss, highlighting its ability to lower stress levels, which is beneficial for hair health. However, there's uncertainty about its potential to increase testosterone and DHT, which could contribute to hair loss.

      community Hair loss 30F - thoughts on red light therapy vs min/fin?

      in Female  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.