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      community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 7 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 June 2023 to Present. Finasteride only.

      in Progress Pictures  579 upvotes 7 months ago
      A man, 34, reports positive hair regrowth after using only Finasteride with no significant side effects, except possible weight gain. Users react with a mix of skepticism, congratulations, and requests for more details about his treatment and personal life.

      community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  1046 upvotes 7 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 This is my progress so far, what we thinking?

      in Progress Pictures  105 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, topical minoxidil for about 4 months, and occasionally microneedling to treat hair loss, and is asking if the progress shown is appropriate for that time. Commenters are congratulating the user on the visible improvement.

      community 3 months results | minoxidil & finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  269 upvotes 7 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  317 upvotes 7 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 9 months Finasteride, minoxidil and Derma Roller. I’m not fully satisfied with my results so I might start taking Dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  101 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month hair regrowth progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and a Derma Roller, expressing dissatisfaction with the results and considering Dutasteride. Commenters generally praised the user's results, suggesting they have a full head of hair and advising to continue the current treatment or wait longer before changing it.

      community Nanoxidil Spectral.DNC-n 60ml.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recently started using nanoxidil 5% for hair loss, particularly on the hairline, and is seeking feedback or experiences from others. The conversation focuses on the effectiveness of nanoxidil.

      community 2 Year Fin/Min/Niz Journey AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1188 upvotes 8 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 8 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 8 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 First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.

      community Finally progress! - 4 month on 1.25mg FIN (daily) + MIN + Dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  199 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's progress after 4 months of using 1.25mg finasteride daily, minoxidil, and dermarolling to treat hair thinning, particularly on the sides and crown. The user believes finasteride made the most difference, and they share tips on managing hair loss and tracking progress.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community 8 Months progress - Fin/Min/Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  328 upvotes 9 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 Who here has maintained with finasteride for decades?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  133 upvotes 9 months ago
      People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.

      community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 9 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  27 upvotes 9 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 10 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 10 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  564 upvotes 10 months 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.