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      community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.

      community Does anyone have a list of vitamins that could help alongside dut and min?

       6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and exploring additional vitamins and supplements like vitamin D, zinc, biotin, and omega-3 to support hair health. Users suggest getting a blood panel to identify deficiencies and emphasize the importance of protein and overall nutrition.

      community Please help! Continuously thinning while on Fin 1 mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair thinning despite taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for over a year and is hesitant to try Minoxidil due to potential side effects and inconsistency. Suggestions include trying topical Minoxidil once a day, considering oral Minoxidil, and possibly getting a skin biopsy to determine the type of hair loss.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community My “hairless” journey - From October 2021 - Until today

       471 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, then switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, experiencing significant improvement but planning a future hair transplant. Other users discussed their experiences with treatments like dutasteride, with some expressing concerns about side effects and treatment effectiveness.

      community 19M ? Hairloss from 1.5 year using minoxidil and finasteride from 3 months

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, with no family history of baldness except for maternal grandfather. The user is advised to continue the treatment for Androgenic Alopecia and not rely on home remedies.

      community Dutasteride appears to not be working despite 'perfect' blood results. Advice for next steps?

       6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced intensified hair thinning after 10 years on finasteride and saw little improvement after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 8 months. Suggestions included continuing dutasteride for another 6-8 months, considering additional treatments like topical finasteride, and evaluating nutrition and other potential causes of hair loss.

      community 7 Months in minoxidil treatement: I need your help! Is it getting worse?

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman using minoxidil 2% for hair loss is experiencing faster hair growth and new baby hairs but continues to lose hair and see miniaturization. Suggestions include switching to minoxidil 5%, checking vitamin levels, using Nizoral, and considering a DHT blocker.

      community 3 months of topical minoxidil 5% and 1mg of oral finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  379 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using topical minoxidil 5% and 1mg oral finasteride, along with addressing vitamin D and iron deficiencies. Some users expressed skepticism about the rapid results, while others congratulated the user on their progress.

      community Nearly 8 months on finasteride update

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with noticeable crown improvement but continued hairline recession. They are considering adding dutasteride and have experienced no side effects.

      community Is Vitamin D the cause of my baldness or slow regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, and the potential impact of Vitamin D and folic acid deficiencies on hair regrowth. It suggests that while male pattern baldness is the primary cause, addressing vitamin deficiencies may aid in improving regrowth.

      community No results, still more hairloss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced severe hair loss despite using Minoxidil and Finasteride and is considering switching to Dutasteride. Others recommend consulting a dermatologist, checking for health issues, and trying Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil.

      community Experience with only Minoxidil and Nizoral

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil and Nizoral alone are unlikely to stop hair loss effectively, as they do not address the root cause, which is often DHT. Many users suggest incorporating a 5AR inhibitor like finasteride or dutasteride for better results, despite concerns about potential side effects.

      community Advice for woman that doesn't have recession; just trying to make my natural "M" widow's peak into an upside down "U" if that makes sense? Minimal scarring with maximum density. Prefer long hair transplant if possible. Big discussion of techniques and surgeons inside.

       1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on hair transplant techniques and surgeons to reshape a natural widow's peak into a more rounded hairline, preferring long hair transplants with minimal scarring and maximum density. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil, which have not been effective, and are considering various surgeons primarily in English-speaking countries and the EU, excluding Turkey.

      community What vitamin deficiencies that cause hair loss

       54 upvotes 1 year ago
      Vitamin deficiencies, particularly in vitamins A, B, C, D, and minerals like iron, zinc, and copper, can lead to hair loss. Dietary changes, such as eating more nutrient-rich foods, can improve hair health.

      community Is mesotherapy the golden ticket? Any experiences

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and the potential of mesotherapy. The user experiences hair loss despite low DHT levels and considers localized dutasteride treatment, while others suggest consulting a dermatologist and exploring other causes like malabsorption.

      community Shredding for 8+ months after having a great result for 1 year HELP !!

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and keto shampoo but began shedding again despite medication changes. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan and checking vitamin levels, as deficiencies can contribute to hair loss.

      community 10 months treating MPB - I am happy with these results

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his positive results after 10 months of treating male pattern baldness using a regimen that includes Estradiol Enanthate, DHPA, Bicalutamide, Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and a dermaroller. He experienced mild gynecomastia and reduced body hair as side effects but was satisfied with the outcome.

      community Blood Results (UPDATED) TOTAL T 1279 ng/dL- 2 Yrs on Fin / 1.5 Yrs on Dut

       9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment regimen including RU58841, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but still experiences hairline recession and fatigue despite high testosterone levels. They are considering adjusting their dutasteride dosage due to concerns about libido and energy levels.

      community Joel McHale admits to getting four hair transplants

       1356 upvotes 1 year ago
      Joel McHale had four hair transplants and likely uses finasteride to maintain his hair. The discussion included personal experiences and side effects of hair loss treatments.

      community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

      community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.

      community Questions about DUPA and figuring out what my hairloss is (NEED INPUT BADLY)

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).