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      Question about finasteride

      community Question about finasteride

      in General  32 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride may help thicken baby hairs on the crown, potentially reducing visible bald spots. Effectiveness varies for each individual.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 10 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 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 Progress at 5 months (dut/min/microneedling)

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), Microneedling, and RU58841, which resulted in positive results after 5 months. Another user commented on the faster growth at the front compared to the crown.

      community 4 month Finasteride and 3 month Minoxidil Results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1391 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.

      community 23M, been on 1.25mg generic Finasteride for 8 months now

      in Is this regrowth?  387 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using 1.25 mg generic finasteride daily for 8 months and is seeing significant hair regrowth, particularly in the crown area. He is considering adding minoxidil to his regimen but is unsure if the improvement is due to the medication or just longer hair.

      community Microneedling only with rosemary

      in Microneedling 8 months ago
      A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hair loss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hair loss will likely continue.

      community Entering Month 5 of topical fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is happy with his hair regrowth on the crown after using topical Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.25% once daily, micro needling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo once a week. He has experienced no significant side effects, and his hair has become darker and thicker, with improvements in his hairline.

      community Whats the verdict on exosomes?

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started finasteride and oral minoxidil for early-stage hair loss around the crown and underwent a session of exosome treatment 3.5 months ago. They are seeing some improvements and are questioning the effectiveness of exosomes for hair regrowth.

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

      community [24M] 4 month update oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user reported good progress in hair regrowth, especially on the crown, after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for four months and recently switched to dutasteride. The community responded positively, noting realistic progress and offering tips for consistent photo documentation.

      community Dutasteride/finasteride theory

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hair loss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.

      community Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community October-February, 4 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with 5% Minoxidil foam, a combination of 0.3% Finasteride and 6% Minoxidil at night, weekly dermastamping with 1.5 mm needles, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week for four months. He is asking for opinions on his hair regrowth and whether he can expect full recovery of his crown.

      community Starting oral finasteride today - could use your encouragement!

      in Chat  50 upvotes 3 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 What to do... what to do...

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A mid-30s individual is experiencing hair loss at the front and temples but not the crown, and is seeking affordable treatments. They have ordered pumpkin seed oil capsules due to cost and side effects concerns with official treatments.
      (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      community (M34) Nine Month Progress Update

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A 34-year-old male shares a nine-month update on hair loss treatment using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil 5-7 times a week, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. He reports stopping diffuse thinning and regaining crown density, though his hairline may require a transplant.

      community 4 months on dut and topical min as a 23 year old

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old shares progress in hair quality after 4 months using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and other treatments, noting improved crown thickness but persistent temple thinning. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and started testosterone replacement therapy, which they believe helps mitigate side effects.

      community 3750 Graft Hair Transplant Day 2

      in Transplants  149 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.

      community 3 months on low dose Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.