A 20-year-old shared progress pictures after 2 years of using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss. Responses included admiration and requests for more details and updates.
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
A user shared their experience using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss, noting improvement despite occasionally forgetting doses. They reported no side effects after two months and mentioned the treatment is working, especially on the crown area.
A 20-year-old experienced significant hair recovery in three months using a combination of topical and oral minoxidil, along with finasteride and multivitamins. Initial side effects included a perceived increase in breast size and reduced libido, but these resolved, and the user is pleased with the progress.
The user experienced significant hair growth after 5 months using topical and oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with tretinoin, and correcting vitamin D, B12, and thyroid levels. They are currently experiencing a second shedding phase but are pleased with the overall progress.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to hair loss concerns, while also using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp serum. They are experiencing hairline recession and are trying to manage it with these treatments, despite lifestyle factors like smoking and vaping.
Minoxidil and finasteride can cause unwanted facial hair growth, which users manage by shaving or using laser treatments. Topical minoxidil affects nearby areas, while oral minoxidil can cause body-wide hair growth.
A 38-year-old man shared his 9-year experience with hair loss treatments, using finasteride for 5 years, switching to dutasteride for over 3 years, and adding low-dose oral minoxidil 4 months ago, resulting in maintained hair density and some improvement. He experienced no significant side effects and expressed satisfaction with his current regimen, wishing he had started oral minoxidil earlier.
Young individuals experiencing hair loss, with some starting as early as 14 or 15. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned as helpful for managing hair loss.
The user shared their hair loss recovery journey using minoxidil, finasteride, topical rogaine, microneedling, biotin shampoo, and lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and improving diet. They emphasized the importance of daily choices in addition to treatments for hair health.
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and can cause severe health issues or death if they come into contact with it. Users recommend taking precautions like washing hands, letting the scalp dry, and keeping pets away to prevent exposure.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 4.5 months using 5mg oral Minoxidil, 1.25mg oral Finasteride, weekly dermastamping, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo. They reported increased body hair, thicker beard and eyelashes, and an itchy scalp.
A 24-year-old shared positive results from using 1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, with no adverse effects. They experienced significant hair improvement within 3-5 months and plan to continue until they can grow better facial hair.
A 30-year-old man shares his 10-year journey with hair loss, highlighting the effectiveness of dutasteride in improving his crown area and using Caboki to conceal thinning. He found finasteride prevented further loss, while other treatments like minoxidil and microneedling were ineffective for him.
GHK-Cu helped control Seborrheic Dermatitis and reduced scalp irritation, with no immediate change in hair fall or growth. Users reported reduced flakes and healthier skin using GHK-Cu topically.
Dutasteride has been effective for long-term hair maintenance, with some users adding oral minoxidil for regrowth. Users discuss experiences with hair transplants, side effects, and other treatments like finasteride and topical solutions.
The user experienced severe hair shedding after starting oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, possibly due to stress from a breakup. Many suggest the shedding resembles alopecia areata and recommend seeing a doctor immediately.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after one year of using 0.5mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, with no side effects. They experienced significant improvements starting around month 10, despite some unwanted body hair growth.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride alone over 6-7 months, despite initial side effects like reduced sexual desire and acne. They are considering reducing the dosage to manage side effects and have also used ketoconazole shampoo weekly.
Oral minoxidil significantly enhances eyelash growth, with some users experiencing increased body hair. Finasteride is used alongside to manage hair thinning, with mixed results on body hair growth.
A 41-year-old male has been using a combination of treatments for hair regrowth, including finasteride, minoxidil, a laser cap, ketoconazole shampoo, and rosemary oil, with some progress noted. He is maintaining his current regimen in hopes of a future miracle drug while considering hair transplants and other treatments like dutasteride and copper peptides.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil to address hair loss, having seen some progress with topical treatments and microneedling. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future and seeking advice on obtaining medications in Italy.
The user is taking dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about continued hair shedding and lack of visible results. Others advise that shedding is normal, suggest better photo documentation for comparison, and recommend patience as results may take longer to appear.
A user shared their 1-year and 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily, topical and then oral Minoxidil, and microneedling, noting hair darkening and some side effects like watery semen and testicular pain. Despite initial setbacks after switching to oral Minoxidil, they are seeing progress and plan to increase the dosage.
Many users have maintained their hair using finasteride, with some also using minoxidil or dutasteride, reporting minimal side effects. Opinions vary on the necessity of DHT, with some users arguing its importance beyond puberty, while others believe it is unnecessary and that finasteride and dutasteride are safe and effective for hair maintenance.
The user switched from prescribed topical minoxidil and finasteride to stronger grey market alternatives, hoping for better hair growth but experiencing shedding. Concerns were raised about the legitimacy and safety of grey market products, with suggestions to use prescribed medications instead.
The user experienced significant hair growth using oral minoxidil and finasteride over nine months. The progress was well-received, with many noting impressive results.
A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after one year of using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg) daily, with initial concerns about libido that resolved after a week. The user reported minimal shedding and no other side effects, making a hair transplant optional.
Oral minoxidil has greatly improved eyelash growth, prompting compliments and questions about mascara use. The user has been taking 2.5mg of oral minoxidil for three months and is also using finasteride.