User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
A man's experience with hair loss, which has caused him to lose an important part of his identity, and the treatments he is using to try and combat it. Others have joined in the conversation to share their own experiences and offer support.
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.
The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.
Actor Patrick Stewart's success despite having a receding hairline, how hair loss may not be as crippling as it is perceived to be, and how different people are attracted to different physical features.
How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inherited different genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hair loss.
As it was at 1 year
This conversation is about a user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 18 months to treat hair loss, with positive results. They have also made lifestyle changes such as the use of Hims shampoo and conditioner, gym workouts, and eating proteins on weekdays.
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.