An 18-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss without noticeable improvement and is considering oral finasteride. Some users suggest starting oral finasteride at 18 is fine, especially if puberty is complete, while others recommend caution and consulting a specialist.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started shedding hair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hairloss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.
Users discussed the convenience and effectiveness of Hims Fin+Min chewable tablets for hairloss. Some believe it's overpriced compared to traditional oral finasteride and minoxidil, while others find it more convenient and potentially more effective.
The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride or RU58841 for hairloss and wanting to know which hormones to test beforehand. They found a package for testing testosterone, free testosterone, estradiol, and DHT, and are asking if these tests are enough.
A 48-year-old man's 11-month progress using 1mg finasteride for hairloss treatment, with significant improvement and no side effects. Other users share their experiences, with some also seeing positive results, while others have not been as successful.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress in treating hairloss using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The user expresses regret for not starting treatment earlier.
A user shared their hormone levels to gauge if they can use finasteride for hairloss without issues. Their hormone levels are mostly within the reference ranges.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hairloss treatments.
A user shared their first progress picture after 60 days on finasteride for hairloss, having previously used minoxidil and other treatments. They thanked the community for discussions that encouraged them to try finasteride.
A phase 3 trial for Breezula (clascoterone solution) to treat male pattern hairloss has been listed, with 726 participants and a completion date of January 2025. Other treatments mentioned include Aneira Pharma's combination of minoxidil and latanoprost, Triple Hair's combination of minoxidil, latanoprost, and finasteride, and a new microneedling and LLLT device called StimuSIL.
Doug-Sweeney has had positive results from using 1mg of finasteride and 5% minoxidil applied twice a day to treat his hairloss. Other users have also commented on how Doug-Sweeney looks younger with the improvements in hair quality.
This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for hairloss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.
A user who, after experiencing hairloss 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.
User noticed hair thinning at 26 and used minoxidil for 2 years with slight improvement. Stopping minoxidil led to dramatic hairloss, and others shared similar experiences, suggesting minoxidil and finasteride should be used consistently for best results.
A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hairloss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.
The user experienced continuous hair shedding for 16 months while on finasteride, with periods of improvement. They also used T Gel shampoo and noticed a reduction in hairloss symptoms after 18 months, including the return of their sex drive and normal hair texture.
The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hairloss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.
Breezula® (Clascoterone) showed promising results in a Phase 2 trial for treating hairloss, being as effective as Propecia with no serious side effects. It might be released between 2021-2022, and a related acne treatment with the same active ingredient could be used in the meantime.
The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hairloss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castor oil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.
A 21-year-old female is experiencing rapid hair shedding and receding hairline despite trying various treatments like hydration, vitamins, and castor oil. Medical tests showed normal results, and she seeks advice as the hairloss continues.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 5 years to prevent hairloss and is considering adding dutasteride for regrowth or opting for a hair transplant. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant for better results.
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for hairloss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hairloss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
A user shared their successful 50-day progress using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss. They plan to switch to dutasteride after six months for potentially better results.
A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hairloss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.
The conversation is a humorous discussion on whether the historical figure Chairman Mao should have used finasteride for hairloss, with various users making light-hearted comments about his appearance and historical actions. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride.
The conversation discusses whether age affects the side effects and effectiveness of hairloss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Some believe early treatment yields better results, while others mention varied outcomes across ages and personal regrowth experiences without a clear consensus on age impact.
Dutasteride mesotherapy, an injection treatment for hairloss done monthly, is discussed as an alternative to daily oral treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. It's not popular due to its higher cost, inconvenience, and the discomfort of scalp injections.
The conversation speculates whether Steve Carell had a hair transplant and uses finasteride to treat hairloss, with some suggesting his hair was also styled to look thinner for a TV role. Some users believe Hollywood actors commonly use hairloss treatments and enhancements.