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      community Diffuse Thinners: When to add to stack?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing diffuse thinning at the hairline after 12 months on finasteride is considering adding minoxidil, dutasteride, or RU58841 to their treatment. Another user suggests adding minoxidil now, holding off on dutasteride, and shares personal side effects from RU58841.

      community Hair keeps thinning but doc says no nutrient deficiencies

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair thinning possibly due to rapid weight loss and dietary changes, with no nutrient deficiencies found. The user is taking vitamins and considering seeing a hair specialist to promote regrowth.

      community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)

       554 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Styling Products for fine or thinning hair

      in Styling  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about styling products for thinning hair, with suggestions including shear revival northern lights paste, salt water, and Aveda mousse. The original poster uses oral minoxidil for hair loss.

      community 10 Year Success Story As A Diffuse Thinner

       98 upvotes 2 months ago
      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.

      community Diffuse thinner, would I respond well to a hair transplant?

       29 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has started taking 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, planning to wait a year before considering a hair transplant. They are advised to be patient, consult with doctors, and see how the medication affects their hair density before proceeding with surgery.

      community Naturally high T (1,100+) causing diffuse thinning while on Dut

       22 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male with high testosterone is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy. Suggestions include adjusting dutasteride dosage, monitoring iron levels, and consulting a dermatologist for further evaluation.

      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 Severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation – should I keep fighting or just accept it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation is considering finasteride as a last resort after stopping minoxidil and using anti-inflammatory medication. Users suggest that inflammation causes temporary shedding and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with some advocating for finasteride as a reliable treatment option.

      community Thinning and shedding for 5 years

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been experiencing hair thinning and shedding for 5 years, despite using finasteride for 3 years and dutasteride for 4 months. Other users suggest continuing treatment and caution against hair transplants due to potential complications.

      community 5-month finasteride - diffuse thinning update

       28 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared a 5-month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for diffuse thinning, along with supplements like B-Vitamins, D-Vitamins, Iron, and Beta carotene. They noted improvement in hair condition and encouraged others to check previous posts for more information.

      community Is a second shed normal on finasteride?

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair thickness can fluctuate while on finasteride, possibly due to product overuse or other factors like health or hormones. The user experienced a significant thinning in November 2025 but noticed improvement since then.

      community How do you guys style thinning hair ?

      in Styling  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old male experiencing hair thinning uses 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, and seeks styling advice to hide frontal scalp thinning. Recommendations include using hair powder, mousse, sea salt spray, and matte clay, along with specific styling techniques like blow-drying and using a detangling brush.

      community Is it still thinning 23M fin/min spray

      in Is this regrowth? 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old is using a topical 5% finasteride/minoxidil spray, microneedling, and taking biotin and vitamin D for hair regrowth, noticing slight improvement but still experiencing thinning. They are considering switching to oral finasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.

      community initial thinning on dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started oral minoxidil, finasteride, and later switched to dutasteride, also using Nutrafol, dermastamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, but experienced increased thinning with little regrowth. Others advised patience, suggesting it takes 6-18 months to see results, and noted that initial thinning is normal when switching treatments.

      community Learn the difference between male pattern baldness and diffuse thinning, and see a doctor to diagnose which you have. Otherwise, you may waste money on HIMS 3-in-1 and risk heart or sexual side effects, just cuz a guy w/ probably biotin deficiency thinning got great results here...

      in Treatment 8 months ago
      Male pattern baldness and diffuse thinning can both be forms of androgenetic alopecia (AGA), and it's important to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and biotin are discussed, but their effectiveness varies, and side effects are a concern.

      community female depressed about thin hair on crown PLEASE HELP :(

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation reassures a woman concerned about thinning hair on her crown, suggesting her hair appears normal and not thinning. Some users recommend prenatal vitamins for hair health, while others attribute the appearance to contrast between dark hair and a pale scalp.

      community Do drugs actually work for diffuse thinning?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is treating diffuse thinning with finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil but hasn't seen significant improvement. Others suggest that results vary, with some maintaining hair and others considering transplants or future treatments.

      community Almost 1 year on finasteride, but my hair seems to be getting much thinner lately

       12 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been on finasteride for almost a year but is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding, leading to concerns about the treatment's effectiveness. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil or dutasteride, and checking lifestyle factors like diet and stress.

      community Trying new hairstyle with thin hair! Open to opinions!

       8 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss with good results and is considering adding oral minoxidil. They are experimenting with hairstyles and hair products to manage their thinning hair and have received mixed feedback.

      community Fin 0.025% 1ml Daily. Now Rapidly Thinning My Third Month

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced initial success with topical finasteride 0.025% and melatonin but noticed rapid hair thinning after three months. They are considering switching to a higher dose of topical finasteride or oral finasteride, as advised by others, while being cautious about potential side effects.

      community How obvious is it that I am using hair fibers to thicken my hairline?

       175 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user uses Toppik hair fibers to thicken their hairline and has switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, noticing more hair thickening. Most responses indicate the hair fibers are not noticeable, and many suggest the user doesn't need them as their hair looks natural and good for their age.