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A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1.25mg daily finasteride for hair loss, reporting noticeable results around months 4-5 and some initial side effects that resolved. The user experienced thickening and slight regrowth of the hairline.

The user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, with significant improvement after adding dutasteride in the last year. They advise persistence with the treatment despite initial setbacks.

A 21-year-old is worried about hair loss despite taking 0.5mg finasteride every other day for 7 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, and possibly adding minoxidil.

Tretinoin may increase minoxidil absorption but could potentially worsen hair loss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.

The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.

A 17-year-old experiencing hair thinning uses dermarolling with rosemary oil and plans to start finasteride at 18. A reply suggests using finasteride and minoxidil due to high DHT sensitivity.

A 20-year-old male uses oral finasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary and castor oil, and dermarolls for hair loss. Despite initial shedding and some baby hair growth, he worries these treatments may not be enough long-term.

The user stabilized hair loss with oral Finasteride and saw significant hair growth after adding oral Minoxidil. They also used collagen peptides and had no side effects.

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth after 7 months of using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil. The user also noted improved beard growth.

A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in PCOS-related hair loss after six months of using topical minoxidil, dermarolling 0.5mm weekly, and taking biotin gummies. They expressed happiness about the appearance of new baby hairs.

A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hair loss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.

A user asked if they can crush caffeine and melatonin tablets to add to their minoxidil solution. Another user sarcastically suggested adding rat poison.

The conversation discusses the potential use of HMI 115 for hair loss and whether it could replace or be used alongside finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. The user is experiencing scalp inflammation and continued hair shedding despite using finasteride for 8 years.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride. They believe dutasteride is highly effective for treating hair loss.

A new trial for Verteporfin to treat hair loss will start in LA, led by Dr. Behnam. Users are hopeful it could be a breakthrough treatment.

A 17-year-old experiencing aggressive hair loss since December 2023 is using finasteride, vitamin D, and a biotin supplement but cannot use minoxidil due to dandruff. They have also undergone two PRP treatments and are seeking further advice.

The user is taking 1mg finasteride daily and RU58841 5% but still experiencing hair loss. They are considering adding topical finasteride or switching to dutasteride, and are not planning to use minoxidil until hair loss stabilizes.

A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment results using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil twice daily, and weekly 1mm microneedling. Another user reported starting 1mg finasteride daily with no side effects and improved focus.

A 27-year-old shares his 7-year journey using finasteride and 4 years with minoxidil to combat hair loss, experiencing cycles of shedding and regrowth. Despite emotional challenges, he finds the treatments worthwhile, though he still faces insecurities and uncertainties about shedding phases.

A user shared progress pictures of their FUT hair transplant in Korea, showing results one year post-op. The conversation highlights the density of the hair, the quality of Korean hair treatments, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and Dutasteride.

The conversation is about identifying ingredients in a scalp serum and their effects on DHT levels. The serum contains various ingredients like Aqua, Biotin, and Oleanolic Acid.

The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).

The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.

The user uses finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping for hair loss. They consider rosemary and castor oil as alternatives to minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

The conversation suggests that a 22-year-old male may regrow his hair using dutasteride and minoxidil without needing a hair transplant, advising to continue treatment and assess progress after 1-2 years.

The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.

LLLT (low-level laser therapy) is as effective or better than traditional minoxidil treatment for hair growth, with fewer side effects and improved long-term compliance due to milder adverse effects. Studies show LLLT increases hair density more than minoxidil, but drawbacks include the initial cost and the need for long-term use to see results.

A user hopes to regrow hair using a routine of Min/fin solution twice daily, dermarolling twice weekly, multivitamins daily, and biotin twice daily. Another user doubts the effectiveness of biotin and multivitamins.