A user shared their 3.5-year hairloss treatment journey using finasteride and minoxidil, showing significant hair density improvement and no noticeable side effects. The user also mentioned the confidence boost from shaving their head and the positive impact of the treatments.
The conversation discusses complementary treatments for hairloss while using finasteride and minoxidil, including scalp massagers, scrubs, coconut oil, and vitamin supplements. The user seeks opinions on these additional treatments.
A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.
A man stopped taking finasteride, a hairloss treatment, to improve his fertility. His sperm count and motility increased after stopping the medication, but sperm shape did not change.
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 user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hairloss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth experience after using minoxidil and dutasteride for four months, overcoming severe hairloss due to genetics. They also used vitamins, shampoo, a dermaroller, and a scalp massager, and saw significant improvement, gaining back their hair and confidence.
User took Finasteride for 16 months, stabilized hairloss but no regrowth. Improved lifestyle, started microneedling, and used Nizoral; hair thickened but then began shedding again.
A user reports significant hair regrowth after 2 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, oiling, derma rolling, and taking multivitamins, omega 3, and vitamin D. Some users discuss the frequency of derma rolling, with varying practices ranging from once every two weeks to four times a week.
A user shared their two-year progress using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and occasional microneedling, noting no significant changes but a halt in hairloss progression. They recently started oral minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant.
The user has tried finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, retinol, topical finasteride, and ketoconazole for hairloss but continues to experience hair recession. They are considering adding oral minoxidil or RU58841 and are unsure about the next steps.
User reports 3 months of Minoxidil, 2 months of Finasteride, and microneedling for hairloss treatment. Others compliment progress and suggest haircut for improved appearance.
User shares progress after 2 months using finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hairloss. Comments discuss early treatment, results, and differing opinions on starting treatments.
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hairloss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hairloss.
The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.
User started minoxidil and microneedling for hair growth and saw amazing results, but recently experienced hair thinning again. Others suggest adding finasteride, but user is hesitant and has difficulty obtaining it.
A user shared their 16-month hair regrowth progress using oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, derma rolling, and occasional keto shampoo. The conversation includes positive reactions and jokes about their impressive results.
User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.
A user shared a nearly 3-year update on their hairline improvement using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral, and Dermarolling. Other users commented on the success and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.
This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.
A user's 4-year journey of using Finasteride to improve their hairline, which they started noticing results from within the first month, and experienced significant shedding during the first year. They also tried Minoxidil but had heart palpitations so stopped taking it.
User shared a 10-month update after a 4000-graft hair transplant, using finasteride, minoxidil, hair density shampoos, hair oils, and vitamins. Replies suggest patience as crown growth can take up to 18 months.
A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.
A hair transplant experience after 6 months, with 4100 grafts, which took 3 months to stop looking obvious and included finasteride treatment. It also discusses the differences between DHI and FUE methods.
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.
With a head full of hair, like a phoenix!
This user has experienced positive results from using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for 12 months, followed by 5 months of only topical use, as well as microneedling before application for 4 months. They are now considering a hair transplant in order to further enhance their results.