A user decided to buzz their thinning hair after starting Dutasteride, feeling liberated by the change. Other users shared similar experiences, with some using treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil to manage hair loss.
A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and drinking topical minoxidil for almost four months to combat hair loss, seeing reduced shedding and some regrowth. Users advise against drinking minoxidil and suggest that using both finasteride and dutasteride together is overkill.
A 24-year-old male has been using oral Finasteride 1mg/day for 6 months and nanoxidil for 10 months, recently switching to oral Minoxidil 2.5mg daily, with no progress. Suggestions include getting a scalp biopsy, consulting a dermatologist, and possibly trying higher doses of oral Minoxidil or switching to dutasteride.
A 32-year-old male experienced severe hair loss after stopping Rogaine and is considering restarting it along with topical Finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo due to concerns about oral Finasteride causing gynecomastia. Users suggest that stopping Minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss and recommend Finasteride for better results.
User is using Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, Microneedling, Dutasteride, KX-826, and topical Minoxidil for hair regrowth. Experiencing heartburn from oral Minoxidil, others suggest stopping it and continuing with other treatments.
Increasing finasteride dosage can cause significant hair shedding initially. Users suggest adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride for better results.
User shared progress after 4 months using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, reporting noticeable regrowth and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences and advice on similar treatments, including dutasteride and derma stamping.
User shared 4-month progress on hair loss treatment using 0.25mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil daily, noting cognitive decline possibly linked to finasteride. Users discussed side effects, alternative treatments, and shared similar experiences.
A user with aggressive hair thinning is considering how to handle a coworker's interest in them. They are using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and are debating whether to keep using hair fibers, shave their head, or get a hair system.
Tretinoin is not commonly linked to hair loss and can enhance the effects of Minoxidil. Users recommend starting with lower doses and gradually increasing to avoid scalp irritation.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant improvement in hair loss after using finasteride, RU58841, and undergoing a 3000 graft hair transplant. They plan to get another transplant due to remaining thin areas.
Onion juice helped with hair loss but was smelly and inconvenient. The user now uses dutasteride and minoxidil, finding them more effective and practical.
A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.
A user shared their 2-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil once daily, 1% nizoral shampoo twice a week, and weekly derma stamping. They reported significant improvement and no major side effects, with plans to consider dutasteride if needed.
A female user with alopecia is researching peptide usage, specifically ghk-cu, for hair loss. Other users shared mixed experiences with copper treatments, noting some success with topical application.
The user "OP" shared their hair loss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
A user lost hair progress due to stress, poor nutrition, and lack of medication while in prison. They are now using a mix of natural oils and micro-needling, and plan to resume RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
A user humorously asks if transplanted hair would grow in prison without finasteride after a hypothetical bank robbery. Replies include jokes and advice, with some mentioning the importance of managing hair loss and the potential consequences of prison time.
TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.
User is on vacation in Greece and wants to buy tretinoin or isotretinoin to improve Minoxidil absorption. They are considering isotretinoin since it is available over-the-counter in Greece but requires a prescription back home.
User shared progress pictures after 3 months using 5% topical minoxidil in the morning, 0.3% and 6% minoxidil topical spray in the evening, and Nizoral once a week. Photos show improvement in hair density.
The user experiences an itchy scalp and finds relief using shampoo and Zyrtec, which helps with inflammation. They are unsure if the issue is related to histamines or seborrheic dermatitis.
The user has been experiencing hair loss for years, tried ketoconazole shampoo without success, and has been on finasteride for 3 months but is unsure if it's working. A reply suggests waiting 6-12 months to properly assess finasteride's effectiveness.
The user has been using topical Minoxidil and finasteride for 5 months without seeing regrowth, despite ideal blood test results. They are seeking advice on what to do next due to frustration with continued hair loss.
A 36-year-old has been using 5% Minoxidil for 3.5 months and is considering adding microneedling and PRP. Another user suggests adding finasteride and microneedling for better results.
A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride for 6 months. Others suggest patience, noting visible regrowth and recommending a combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
A 24-year-old tried minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo, and derma-rolling for hair loss but saw no improvement and is now at Norwood 5. They feel there's nothing more they can do and are considering going bald despite not liking the look.