User shared 12-month progress using topical 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily. Most replies suggest waiting longer for potential further regrowth before considering a hairtransplant.
The user is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin, along with dermastamping, and is unsure if there are any changes after 4 months. They are also planning a hairtransplant in Turkey in September.
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hairtransplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
A user shared their 6-month progress using 1mg finasteride, daily minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling twice a week, biotin, and Nizoral shampoo, showing significant hair regrowth. Other users were impressed, noting the regrowth resembled a hairtransplant.
A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oral minoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hairtransplant.
A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hairtransplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.
A 28-year-old used oral finasteride and minoxidil, and underwent two hairtransplants in Turkey, with a total of 3150 grafts, resulting in a natural-looking hairline. The first procedure cost £3300, and the second was a free touch-up, with additional costs for flights and accommodation.
A 37-year-old man shared his 1.5-year progress using finasteride and supplements for hair loss, planning a hairtransplant for further restoration. Commenters noticed significant improvement in hair quality and density from his treatment.
The conversation revolves around how balding has made the original poster and others hyper-aware of other men's hairlines, often judging the severity of their hair loss and whether they've had treatments like hairtransplants, minoxidil, or finasteride. Some participants express a need for therapy due to their obsession, while others joke about their newfound "expertise" in assessing hair loss.
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, pyrithione zinc, and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and has seen an increase in fine hairs on the hairline but overall thinning on the top. They are considering adding zinc and Vitamin K to their regimen and are already taking hair multivitamins with collagen.
Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hair loss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hairtransplant but is concerned about ongoing hair loss.
User is 25, using oral finasteride for 4 years, topical minoxidil for 3 years, and microneedling. They ask if hairtransplant can be done without scarring when shaving head completely bald later.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hairtransplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.
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 hairtransplant.
A user shared their 3-month experience with oral Minoxidil and nearly a year on finasteride, asking if a hairtransplant might still be needed. Responses varied from congratulatory remarks on visible improvement to advice on sticking with treatments despite initial shedding.
The user tried minoxidil 5% for 3 years with little improvement, then switched to a 15% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride solution once daily and started using pyrilutamide, resulting in significant hair regrowth over time. They are considering a hairtransplant but are continuing with topical treatments to maximize hair growth first.
The user is frustrated with minoxidil's lack of results and is considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Other suggestions include consulting a doctor, adjusting dosages, or considering a hairtransplant.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hair loss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
The user, Lofi-luu, shared their transformation from balding to having a full head of hair after getting a hairtransplant and using finasteride for almost 2 years. They also discussed their workout routine and emphasized the importance of not letting balding hold them back in life.
User frustrated with lack of improvement after 1 year and 3 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hair loss. Replies suggest considering oral Minoxidil, switching to Dutasteride, and potential hairtransplant.
A user's 2 year experience using Minoxidil and Finasteride combined with 20,000mcg of biotin daily and dermarolling for 1 year. The results included thicker hair with some regrowth closer to the hairline, although peak results have not been achieved yet.
A user decided to stop using finasteride due to side effects and chose to shave their head instead. They plan to use the money saved for a hairtransplant towards a house downpayment, hoping for future advancements in hair cloning.
User has used Finasteride, Minoxidil, and derma roller for 8 years to treat hair loss but is still losing the battle. Others suggest trying Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, or considering a hairtransplant.
30 y/o male started balding at 22, began treatment at 29 using oral dut, oral min, derma rolling, nizoral shampoo, and considering low level light therapy. Plans to monitor progress for 1-2 years and may get hairtransplant or use hair system if needed.
The emotional impact of hair loss and the risks associated with common treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and Fluridil. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments, including potential side effects and lowered fertility. Hairtransplants were also mentioned as a possible solution.
Body hairtransplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using finasteride and minoxidil without satisfactory results, and later switching to hair systems, which they plan to use indefinitely. The user and others discussed the positive reactions, maintenance, and normalization of hair systems for men.
A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.
Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.