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      community Back from the dead - 3 year difference

       257 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user improved hair thickness over three years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and topical minoxidil at night, with no side effects reported. Consistency in treatment led to significant regrowth despite initial shedding.

      community I want to say sorry about my fear mongering about dutasteride in this community.

       221 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the experience of using dutasteride for hair loss, highlighting an initial shedding phase that eventually led to improved hair density. The user advises others to persist through the shedding phase and mentions using finasteride and minoxidil as part of their treatment.

      community 3 months finasteride progress (+ topical minoxidil)

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting good results but experiencing gyno, which led to switching to dutasteride. They hope to manage hair loss and side effects while adjusting treatment frequency for cost reasons.

      community 1 year long Dutasteride shed finally working itself out

       70 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatment, initially using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, but switched to dutasteride, which led to significant shedding for nearly a year. Recently, they noticed new hair growth and are hopeful for improvement, despite experiencing scalp itch and occasional heart racing from minoxidil.

      community Day 22 progress report 2022 grafts

       13 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is pleased with their hairline design after using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, vitamin D, and LED therapy. They are also planning a PRP session and considering laser therapy.

      community My 1.5-year journey: Transitioning from Finasteride/Topical to Dutasteride + Oral Minoxidil (5mg)

       171 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user transitioned from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, increasing the oral minoxidil dose to 5mg, which led to shedding but also new hair growth. They found oral treatments more effective and convenient, despite initial shedding, and are seeking advice on long-term results and experiences with similar transitions.

      community 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled

       3 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.

      community Oral fin -> topical, shedding like hell

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from oral finasteride, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, and switched to topical finasteride, which led to significant hair shedding. They are considering other treatments like RU58841 or topical dutasteride and are advised to check testosterone levels and address potential underlying health issues.

      community 20MTF Results on the crown from 1 year on estrogen injections

       468 upvotes 6 months ago
      Estrogen injections significantly improved hair growth, particularly on the crown, after stopping finasteride. Monotherapy with estrogen led to hairline improvement, but also caused sterility and potential feminization effects.

      community Microneedling vs Not - my experience

      in Microneedling  53 upvotes 6 months ago
      Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride initially showed significant hair growth, but stopping microneedling and reducing minoxidil use led to hair loss. Returning to the original routine may help regain lost progress.

      community doctor said finasteride/dutasteride isn't the proper way to treat hair loss

       55 upvotes 10 months ago
      A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting PRP or mesotherapy instead, which led to skepticism about his motives. Many users recommended finding a new doctor and shared experiences of successful treatments with finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Taking minoxidil feels like working out, for my hair

      in Chat  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil, such as palpitations and insomnia, and switched to topical minoxidil, which led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline. They also use finasteride and observed increased hair shedding initially, which later stabilized.

      community Result - 5 months of topical minoxidil

       7490 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in five months using topical minoxidil 5%, rosemary oil massages, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. His impressive results led to disbelief and admiration, with some attributing his success to being a "hyper responder."

      community Am I going nuts or this is crazy 8 days recovery? (22yo)

      in Is this regrowth?  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling for hair loss, considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride due to slowed progress. Recent changes in application technique and increased microneedling frequency seem to have led to noticeable hair regrowth, prompting reconsideration of switching treatments.

      community My Shedding Never Stops on Medication 23M

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced initial success with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss, but persistent shedding and scalp issues led him to switch to dutasteride without improvement. Users suggest stress management, addressing potential seborrheic dermatitis, and patience with the treatment process.

      community 2 months 8 days on fin+minoxdil( hair wet in both pictures)

       456 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported positive hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil for 2 months, noting thicker roots and improved appearance. The post led to skepticism and discussions on treatment methods and side effects.

      community My Hairloss journey- Been a long ride!

      in Treatment  183 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss and used Minoxidil and Finasteride to improve hairline and density, but stopping Minoxidil led to a setback. They plan to continue both treatments daily to increase hair density and are considering applying Minoxidil to the entire scalp.

      community An *insane* RU58841 success story

       99 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo led to significant hair regrowth, though some suspect a hair transplant. Concerns about RU58841's side effects, like anxiety and heart issues, were discussed.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

       31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.