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      community Question about medications ...

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like spironolactone often require lifelong use to maintain results. Stopping the medication can lead to increased testosterone levels and potential hair loss.

      community 6 months on Fin and topical Minox

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress on hair growth after 6 months using 1.25mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice a day, and weekly microneedling. The user reported no side effects and increased confidence.

      community 6 Month Update on Dut and Minox

      in Progress Pictures  333 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 27-year-old male reported significant hair improvement after 6 months on 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily and 2.5 mg Minoxidil daily, with Nizoral shampoo twice a week. He experienced increased body/facial hair but no other side effects, and his hair density and hairline improved.

      community Oral Minoxidil Eyelashes Are Insane

      in Minoxidil  288 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hair growth, with some experiencing increased body hair.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community Regrowth on 6 months Dutasteride + Update

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      User reports regrowth at temples and improved hairline density after 6 months of using 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, and vitamins. Considering adding copper peptide but concerned about overdoing it; experiencing increased shedding on the crown.

      community Added Tretinoin to my my routine and am shedding like crazy.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for almost 2 years with maintenance but no significant regrowth. After adding tretinoin 2 weeks ago, they experienced increased shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is a positive sign.

      community Coming up on 9 nonths fin EoD/min OAD

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user reported minimal results for the first 7-8 months using finasteride every other day and minoxidil once a day, but recently noticed hairline improvement and increased density. They also started microneedling once a week.

      community (21M) 13 months into meds, hair fall's returning

      in Update  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 21-year-old male, 13 months into hair loss treatment, reports increased hair fall despite using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, vitamins, and specialized shampoos. He questions the impact of anxiety and depression on hair fall and is hesitant to seek therapy.

      community Crazy Shed After Starting Hair Treatment

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting finasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil. They increased their finasteride dosage and added dutasteride, seeking advice on whether this reaction is normal and its duration.

      community 5 months progress post on topical min and fin

      in Is this regrowth?  29 upvotes 3 months ago
      User shared a 5-month progress update on using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, with microneedling and vitamins. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and increased the treatment to twice daily after month 4.

      community Anyone lossing Hair wen apply RU/Minox?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user reports losing a significant amount of hair when applying RU58841 and Minoxidil but loses much less hair when massaging or brushing without these treatments. They are concerned about the increased hair loss associated with these products.

      community Anti-Androgens causing hairline to recede?

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      Anti-androgens like Finasteride, Dutasteride, Metformin, and Topical Spironolactone cause hairline recession and increased cholesterol levels. The hairline recovers after stopping the drugs.

      community 4 month topical fin and min progress

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased the topical treatments to twice daily for faster results, experiencing only initial shedding.

      community 4months fin and dermarolling prog

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      User shares progress after 4 months of using finasteride and dermarolling, with occasional use of coconut and rosemary oil. They aim to stop hair loss and hope for increased top density.

      community 11 months of 1.5 mg Finasteride with blood samples

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  290 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user took 1.5 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil for 11 months, resulting in significant changes in blood values but no noticeable hair improvement. They experienced side effects like mood swings and increased visceral fat, leading them to stop Finasteride.

      community 4 month closeup hairline progress on topical min and fin

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user reports using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, along with microneedling, vitamins, biotin, and nizoral shampoo. They recently increased minoxidil and finasteride to twice daily and feel their hair is thicker but are unsure about regrowth.

      community is my multi vitamin a high dose ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      User experienced hair loss after weight loss and started using finasteride 1mg and a multivitamin called HAIRGRO. They noticed increased oily skin and sebum production and are unsure if they should continue the multivitamin.

      community microneedle, any long term users damage?

      in Microneedling  35 upvotes 5 months ago
      Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

      community 4 Months Topical Fin/Min + Oral Min

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is using a regimen of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, and a thickening shampoo and conditioner. They report no side effects except increased body hair, which they don't mind.

      community 4 years on duta+minox as aggressive early shedder, my experience. AMA.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their four-year experience using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil once daily for aggressive early hair loss, maintaining their hairline and regrowing hair on the vertex. They've experienced positive social feedback and increased confidence but also deal with dry eyes from dutasteride and worry about its long-term effects and cost.