Trans woman experiencing thinning hair despite low testosterone and finasteride use seeks possible causes and solutions. Current treatments include finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol, vitamins, and microneedling; minoxidil not tried due to concerns about dependence and side effects.
User shared 5-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1. User also mentioned weight loss after a breakup and starting gym alongside hair loss treatment.
User reports 2 months of hair growth using Minoxidil 5% twice daily and 0.5 Finasteride once daily. Different Minoxidil brand and increased application frequency may have contributed to success.
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
Hair loss discussion mentions fibers like toppik becoming difficult to use and questions if there's a better alternative, such as a spray or dermmatch.
User "flcv" shares their 3-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, stating no side effects and no change in hair thickness despite shedding cycles. They advise fellow fin users to trust the process and not worry about shedding.
Celonius discusses hair loss and plans for a FUE Hair Transplant, but worries about how it will look when shaved in the future. Derhab21 suggests going for the transplant and mentions potential future treatments like Breezula and stem cell injections.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation highlights double standards with hair fibers and women's wigs/makeup/extensions/eyelashes.
Hair loss advice: stick with treatment, get a good haircut, focus on maintenance, self-care, and accept oneself. Treatments mentioned: Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841.
Hair loss discussion includes delay in others noticing balding, using hair fibers for peace of mind, and taking before and after photos. Finasteride and Minoxidil are mentioned as treatments.
User started minox and fin for hair loss and wants to know if they'll help thicken hair. Another user suggests shaving head before starting treatment and mentions success stories.
20-year-old balding male plans to use hair system for a full head of hair during youth, then embrace baldness in about 5 years. Feels good with plan and no longer preoccupied with hair loss.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. User HanSolo100 asks if hair quality can improve in the second year of Finasteride use, sharing their experience with no noticeable difference in hairline but having long, wispy hairs.
Hair loss discussion includes using hair fibers to improve appearance and boost confidence. Some users find it effective, while others mention drawbacks like moisture affecting the look.
User started using Min after success with Fin, improving hair thickness and regrowth. They discuss plans for lifelong use of Fin, Min, keto shampoo, and dermarolling, and ask for others' experiences with Min.
User discusses hair loss and treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Concealers like dermamatch help improve appearance of hair thickness.
User added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment and experienced quick results. Others also reported positive effects, but one user experienced chest pains as a side effect.
The post and conversation are about a user claiming to be 137 years old with a full head of hair. Specific treatments mentioned include dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil.
The conversation is about a 29-year-old experiencing crown balding who has seen positive results after 2.5 months of using finasteride and once daily minoxidil. The community members agree that the treatment shows promising results.
A 23-year-old male is seeing hair growth after two months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, derma rolling, and supplements like biotin and collagen. Commenters acknowledge the improvement and inquire about side effects and hair shedding.
The conversation is about whether doctors are offering hair transplants using verteporfin. Dr. Bargouthi in Jordan and Dr. Bloxham in New York are currently conducting trials on it.
A man shared his 6-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mg of finasteride daily and recently increased the dose to 1mg. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment and shared their own experiences with hair loss treatments.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They also mentioned using the medication inconsistently and considering changes to their shampoo routine.
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hair loss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hair loss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.