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.
The user experienced continuoushairshedding for 16 months while on finasteride, with periods of improvement. They also used T Gel shampoo and noticed a reduction in hair losssymptoms after 18 months, including the return of their sex drive and normal hair texture.
A user who was able to regrow hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.
A user discusses their hair loss journey, starting with 5% minoxidil and nizoral, and now using DualGen-15 Plus with 15% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They also use biotin, pumpkin seed oil, Pura D'or Professional shampoo, and derma rolling, noting some shedding and side effects.
The user is experiencing significant hairshedding after starting dutasteride, which is considered a normal part of the treatment process. Despite the shedding, the user notessome improvement in hairline appearance and isseeking advice and reassurance.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after almost 10 months on oral dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 5mg daily, noting thicker and healthier hair without side effects. They plan to undergo a hair transplant soon and encourage others facing hair loss to explore treatment options.
A 51-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over four months, noting significant improvement and plans for future hair transplants. The user emphasized the benefits of modern treatments and societal changes in attitudes towardshair loss.
Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.
The conversation humorously discusses a person with an unusually thick head of hair, with some users joking about using treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many express envy or disbelief, while otherssuggest a haircut or comment on facial features.
An 18-year-old is dealing with early hair loss and feels unsupported. They have started oral minoxidil and are considering finasteride but are worried about side effects due to high testosterone levels.
A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and otherssuggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.
The post discusses using a combination of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, Estradiol, and Spironolactone for hair regrowth. Userssuggest it needs more time and possibly a transplant, with some sharing personal experiences and side effects of similar treatments.
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for hair loss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Userssuggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
User shared a 2-year progress update on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil for ease of use and showed significant improvement.
A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment regimen, including Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, and asked for feedback on their progress. They are seeking opinions on whether their hair has regrown.
A 27-year-old shared his 3-month progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement and increased confidence. He expressed gratitude to the community for their support and inspiration.
The user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil twice daily, finasteride daily, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral every three days, showing significant improvement. Commenters expressed admiration for the results and hope for their own hair recovery.
The user shared progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over four years. Responses vary, with some seeing stabilization or slight improvement, and others noticing a small amount of hair loss.
A user shared progress pictures after three months of using topical minoxidil for hair loss, planning to add dermarolling later. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid hair growth, while others are impressed or question the authenticity of the photos.
A person is treating their hair loss with oral minoxidil (2.5mg), derma stamping, and dutasteride (0.5mg) for nearly a year but still feels their hair isn't dense enough to grow out. Commenters are generally supportive, noting progress and suggesting it may look denser than the person perceives.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some userssuggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
The user successfully treated their hair loss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidil with dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.
Fluridil may decrease the number of androgen receptors in hair follicles by up to 95%. Thissuggests a different action mechanism from other non-steroidal antiandrogens like RU58841, indicating they might be used together.
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responsessuggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
The post and conversation discuss different methods of applying hair loss treatments directly to the scalp. The original poster suggests using a 1ml TB Syringe & Ophthalmic Cannula for precise application, while othersshare their own methods, including sprays, droppers, and simple syringes.
The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to addresshair loss. Others discusssanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.
User tried topical and oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss without success. ButterscotchSea3159 suggests using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and possibly RU for better results.