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      community Why isn’t oral minoxidil enough for me?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user takes 5mg oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical tretinoin, stemoxydine, topical minoxidil, and uses dermarolling for hair loss but sees less impressive, patchy regrowth compared to others. Another person suggests some online results may be enhanced with hair fibers, not just medication.

      community Shaved it off and already grateful! I have a question for those here.

      in Shaved/buzzed  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      LazyJam shaved their head after not seeing significant results from using finasteride and microneedling for hair loss, feeling more self-acceptance and saving money. Others in the conversation discuss their own reasons for continuing hair loss treatments, such as personal appearance, self-esteem, and not wanting to shave regularly.

      community 3 months on fin, hopeful progress

      in Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user has seen hopeful hair regrowth after 3 months on 1mg finasteride and 0.5mm dermarolling, in addition to using minoxidil 5% for over a year. They noticed improvement in their hairline and a bald spot.

      community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hair loss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.

      community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  1042 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.

      community 3 months results | minoxidil & finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  269 upvotes 9 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 15-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm Roller.

      in Progress Pictures  318 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared a 15-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride (0.5mg/day), Minoxidil (5% foam twice daily), Nizoral (1% every 3 days), and a 1.5mm derma roller (twice a month), along with a multivitamin, exercise, low sugar diet, hydration, and consistent sleep. They started seeing results after 6-9 months, with significant improvement at the 1-year mark, and apply Minoxidil the day after derma rolling.

      community 2 Year Fin/Min/Niz Journey AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1192 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 2-year hair loss treatment journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil daily, Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week, recently added dutasteride twice a week, and microneedling once a week. They've seen improvement in their hair and advise consistency with medication, with some users responding positively to the progress.

      community 24 months on from Hair Transplant 👌🏼

      in Transplants  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared before and after photos 24 months after a hair transplant, but others accused the photos of being fake and airbrushed. One user mentioned that having a beard hair transplant with androgenetic alopecia is a bad idea.

      community Update: Norwood 6 trying the bounce back

      in Progress Pictures  68 upvotes 10 months ago
      User achieved hair regrowth using 1 mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and occasional microneedling. They are happy with the progress despite still having thin hair on top.

      community 8 Months progress - Fin/Min/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  327 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared an 8-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, and others reacted positively, asking for details about the treatment regimen. The user also mentioned taking cod liver oil and a hair multivitamin with biotin and collagen.

      community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hair loss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.

      community I wish I'd kept on treatment 4 years earlier...

      in Chat  28 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user regrets not continuing hair loss treatment with finasteride earlier and plans to restart it along with minoxidil. Another user suggests trying dutasteride and oral minoxidil as a more effective treatment.

      community Losing gains from 7 months of oral min, fin, dut.

      in Update  66 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user reported losing hair after 7 months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but others reassured that this is likely just a shedding phase where old hairs fall out to make way for new growth. Some users experience sheds every 7-8 months and suggest staying consistent with treatment.

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

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 11 months 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 Thanksgiving meme for all my bald friends 😃

      in Satire  567 upvotes 1 year ago
      People regret not starting hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to prevent hair loss.

      community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

      in Treatment  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

      community About Verteporfin but not about hair

      in Technology  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community Andrew Schulz stated he had been using a ‘’hair pill’’ for 15 years and it may have caused him infertility

      in Satire  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential link between hair loss treatment pills, specifically finasteride, and infertility. Users share their experiences and opinions, with some suggesting that finasteride can temporarily lower sperm count, while others argue that other factors like age and lifestyle could also contribute to infertility.

      community 2 months of topical minoxidil (5%) use and there is a shadow now!

      in Transgender  192 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.

      community On fin for 9 months, shedding for 7

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing increased shedding and thinning despite treatment. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.