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A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.

A journey to treat hair loss with Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as dermarolling and low level laser cap treatments. They have been documenting the progress over 7 months since the start of their journey.

The conversation is about someone who had success using retinol with minoxidil for hair growth, but experienced shedding with Retin A (tretinoin). They are asking if others have tried retinol with minoxidil and what their results were.

Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

A user shared their success with minoxidil for hair loss, using 5% liquid Kirkland twice daily and dermarolling monthly, and plans to add finasteride. They saw significant progress after three months and regained confidence.

User used finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experienced side effects initially, but saw improvement after stopping minoxidil and ignoring side effects. New hairstyle also improved hair appearance.

Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.

A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.

The effectiveness of using minoxidil alone as a hair loss treatment, and whether or not finasteride should be taken in addition to the minoxidil. Replies suggest that minoxidil is only effective for a short period of time, and finasteride should be added to the treatment plan.

A user's 6-month update on their hair loss treatment regimen, which includes finasteride, minoxidil and derma rolling, with no significant side effects.

Experimenting with the effects of creatine and finasteride on DHT levels, as well as a discussion regarding the potential link between creatine supplementation and hair loss.

Hair loss treatment with Minoxidil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week, healthy diet, and regular exercise showed great results in 2 months. No finasteride was mentioned.

Microneedling for 6 months with minoxidil showed no improvements in hair growth. User seeks advice on other treatments or whether to continue microneedling; current stack includes finasteride, eucapil, and minoxidil with tretinoin.

Creating a topical solution combining finasteride and stemoxydine to treat hair loss, and the discussion of whether 15mg of finasteride would be sufficient for 60ml solvent.

The user has been using finasteride for 5 months without hair regrowth or loss and is considering adding dermarolling to their regimen. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of finasteride with dermarolling, the type of dermaroller to use, aftercare products, and concerns about shedding from dermarolling alone.

The user experienced no improvement in hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil but had side effects. They plan to add wounding, scalp massage, vitamin K, and taurine supplements to their regimen and seek feedback on these additions.

The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with consistent application and lifestyle changes like using cold water and exercising. They noted initial shedding when restarting minoxidil but saw positive results over six months.

User has been using minoxidil 6%, finasteride 0.3%, tretinoin 0.025%, and microneedling twice a week for 2.5 months. They are considering switching to oral treatments.

The user started losing hair at 19 and saw improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but experienced worsening after stopping. They resumed finasteride, began mesotherapy possibly with dutasteride, and continued with other treatments, noticing new hair growth but not increased thickness.

Kintor is testing Pyrilutamide with Minoxidil for hair loss. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and concerned about limited treatment options if this fails.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically an $80/month product containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, Retinoic Acid, and Hydrocortisone with an aloe base. One reply suggests cheaper alternatives like generic oral Finasteride and liquid Minoxidil from Costco.

Tretinoin's effectiveness for hair regrowth alone is questioned, with interest in its use with oral minoxidil. The discussion also considers whether finasteride or dutasteride is the better DHT blocker and if switching to dutasteride is advisable for those without side effects from finasteride.

User on finasteride for a decade and oral minoxidil for a month asks about Nizoral shampoo's effectiveness and usage. Dermatologist suggests it may help with seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss, but not necessary; others share mixed opinions.

A 23 year old user who has had success with finasteride and minoxidil, regaining their hair after losing it due to male pattern baldness. They also attribute part of the success to lifestyle changes such as eating better, exercising, sleeping well, and reducing smoking.

The post and conversation discuss whether Minoxidil causes facial aging, with some users reporting no side effects and attributing negative effects to possible allergic reactions. The original poster suggests more research is needed to confirm any connection between Minoxidil and facial aging.

Latanoprost/bimatoprost's effectiveness in hair loss treatment is discussed, with its potential to convert vellus hairs to terminal hairs. It works differently from minoxidil and finasteride, and may be best for hairline application, but is not a replacement for them due to price and mechanism.

The user used finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss prevention. After one year, there was no noticeable hair regrowth, but no further hair loss occurred.

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are discussed, with users sharing mixed experiences about effectiveness and side effects. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about side effects, highlighting the importance of personal choice.

Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.

The conversation discusses whether dermarolling (microneedling) works with oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. References to studies on microneedling alone and combined with minoxidil are provided.