User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.
A 22-year-old shared a 3-month update on using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. Users discussed dosages, previous use of topical treatments, and the importance of finasteride.
The user has been using topical Minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.1%) twice daily for 2 months, with occasional missed applications. They also use a zinc pyrithione shampoo every 2 days and do not dermaroll.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 years on finasteride, showing improved hair thickness and density, and mentioned losing 15kg. The user plans to fix their hairline next month and received mixed feedback on their hairstyle and the effectiveness of finasteride.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has made progress in their hair loss with the use of oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The progress was most significant in the first year, and the user's temples are slowly improving.
A user's 9 month progress using Finasteride, Derma Pen/Roller and Minoxidil to treat hair loss. Replies in the conversation include advice on topical application of Minoxidil and Dutasteride for regrowth and hair thickness.
Using minoxidil and finasteride to address hair loss, with questions about sideeffects and the possibility of microneedling for increased effectiveness.
A user who, after experiencing hair loss 4 years ago, used topical minoxidil for some good results. Two years later, finasteride was added with limited success. After consulting a dermatologist, dutasteride and oral minoxidil were introduced to the treatment plan; after two months of use, there have been notable improvements in both density and quality of hair as well as less shedding.
A 37-year-old man treated his hair loss with 0.5mg finasteride every other day and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 5 months, reducing finasteride from 1mg due to sideeffects. His hair improved significantly, with positive changes visible from all angles, and he experienced no more sideeffects after the dosage adjustment.
People discussed starting hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil due to personal experiences or comments about their hair loss. Some reported positive results, while others mentioned sideeffects or switching treatments.
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
Finasteride and Dutasteride are effective treatments for hair loss, with Dutasteride being superior based on long-term data. Sideeffects are minimal, and concerns should not deter treatment.
Accepting hair loss, with solutions discussed including Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments, shaving the head as a liberating experience, and using beards to make up for lack of hair.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness and sideeffects of DUT mesotherapy for hair loss. Users are seeking evidence and pictures of successful treatments.
Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and sideeffects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.
A user discussed their doctor lowering their Minoxidil dose from 5mg to 2.5mg, expressing concerns about losing hair gains. Other users suggested that 2.5mg is safer long-term and speculated the doctor is being cautious about sideeffects.
Switching from oral minoxidil back to topical due to heart issues and palpitations. Users discuss experiences with minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed results and concerns about sideeffects.
A 21-year-old male is starting treatment for hair loss with 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam twice a day, along with other hair care products and supplements. He plans to document his progress monthly and is concerned about potential sideeffects from Finasteride.
A 17-year-old is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite concerns about potential sideeffects and the impact on development. The user is advised to check if puberty is complete and to consider using only minoxidil until adulthood.
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential sideeffects due to their estradiol levels being near the upper limit. They have consulted a doctor who confirmed their levels are okay to start the treatment.
A 19-year-old has been using minoxidil for 9 months to address hair loss but is hesitant to start finasteride due to potential sideeffects. They are seeking advice on whether to try finasteride and are concerned about the psychological impact of hair loss.
A satirical post jokes about a user meeting a doctor at the zoo who praises finasteride (Fin) for hair loss treatment, claiming it has a low side-effect profile and is effective. Replies include humorous disbelief, comparisons to other risks, and some personal accounts of sideeffects from Fin.
OP is happy with hair regrowth results after 3 months on oral Finasteride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg, and has added Biotin. Users suggest additional treatments like dermastamping and discuss potential sideeffects of Minoxidil.
Topical dutasteride may not significantly reduce hair loss and could potentially increase testosterone, leading to further hair loss. Users report sideeffects like mood changes, sleep issues, and severe sideeffects, with no significant progress in hair regrowth.
A user named "paulsac11" shares their success story of treating hair loss. They started with topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. They also used a shampoo and conditioner from Keeps. After eight months of treatment, they have seen significant improvement in their hairline.
The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential sideeffects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.
The post discusses a user's six-year progress with finasteride and a Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) for hair loss. The user shared before and after photos in reverse order, leading to confusion, but overall, the community responded positively to the user's hair regrowth.
The post is about a user's progress with using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. One user suggests that dermarolling may also be contributing to the positive results.
A 22-year-old shared his 2-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) for hair regrowth, showing noticeable improvement despite initial sideeffects like increased heart rate and headaches. Users discussed the effectiveness, sideeffects, and expectations of these treatments, with some expressing skepticism about the rapid results.