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      community Just about 3 months on fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  99 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for about three months, noting improvement in areas that were previously bald. Some commenters questioned the progress, while others supported the user's satisfaction with their hair's appearance.

      community Has Saw Palmetto (or PSO) stopped my shedding?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topical finasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.

      community Keto 2% halted my insane shed immediately

      in Ketoconazole  58 upvotes 5 months ago
      Ketoconazole 2% shampoo stopped a user's severe hair shedding after just two uses, a result not achieved by finasteride or oral minoxidil. Some users suggest the shampoo's anti-androgenic properties may help with hair loss, while others think the shedding might have stopped naturally or due to the end of a shedding phase.

      community Kintor does not have abandoned KX-826 - ANNUAL RESULTS 2023

      in Product  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses disappointment with the hair loss treatment KX-826 but notes that the company Kintor is still focused on developing and commercializing it, as stated in their 2023 annual report. The user questions the effectiveness of KX-826 in comparison to minoxidil's role in improving hair thickness and appearance.

      community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

      community Survived First Monte. Shedding is real

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is treating hair loss with 1mg finasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling, and is considering using hair fibers for special occasions. There is a discussion about the initial shedding phase of minoxidil treatment and the importance of consistent photo conditions to track progress.

      community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

      in Chat  15 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

      community I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community Hair energiser tablets, useful or not?

      in Product 6 months ago
      A user is unsure if "Hair Energiser" tablets are effective for hair growth after a year of use. Replies suggest using finasteride instead and call the tablets a scam.

      community I married my high school crush because of balding

      in Satire  1051 upvotes 6 months ago
      A man shared how his baldness led to reconnecting with his high school crush, resulting in marriage. The conversation includes jokes and varied opinions on balding, with no specific treatments mentioned.

      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  966 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

      community Finally regrowth on the crown of my head after five years and switch to Dut!

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 6 months ago
      After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.

      community 7 month fin and min young diffuse thinner update

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared a 7-month update on hair regrowth using finasteride daily and minoxidil once a day, noting improvement in hair health. Others suggested adding micro-needling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community Fin for 1 year+ no results, non-responder?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been on finasteride for over a year with minimal hair regrowth and is considering stopping it, despite no side effects. They are also planning a hair transplant and seeking additional hair growth treatments, while managing high testosterone and scalp issues like dandruff and oiliness.

      community 1 year and half of just finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  88 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride for 1.5 years and reports significant improvement in hair quality and thickness, but not much change in hairline. They started with a big shed and take 0.5 mg daily.

      community NBA Guard Cole Anthony’s hairline revival

      in Chat  196 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation speculates on NBA player Cole Anthony's hairline improvement, suggesting possible treatments like hair transplant (HT) and medications such as finasteride and minoxidil. Some believe he may have had a hair transplant between August and November 2023, while others discuss the necessity of continuing medication post-transplant to maintain hair.

      community 8 months min fin derma roller, how it’s look like?

      in Is this regrowth?  709 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 8 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and a derma roller. The user started seeing results after beginning derma rolling, using 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice daily.

      community How long have you tried topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair loss, asking for details on dosage, frequency, duration of use, results, and brand information. An update includes a skeptical view on the studies regarding melatonin's effectiveness.

      community What next after 2 years of fin and min?

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss for 2 years and started microneedling, now considering a hair transplant in Mexico. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and various opinions on hair transplant locations and the user's current hair condition.

      community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

      in Chat  127 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

      community My male pattern baldness journey from age 18 to 29

      in Shaved/buzzed  82 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their experience with male pattern baldness and accepting baldness after shaving their head at age 29. Some responses suggest treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others discuss acceptance and personal experiences with hair loss.

      community I solved my scalp inflammation

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.