Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    330-360 / 1000+ results

      community Switched from topical to oral min after one month of topical

       13 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil due to scalp flakiness and is concerned about increased shedding. Other users suggest starting with a lower dose of oral minoxidil and gradually increasing it, while monitoring blood pressure, to manage shedding and side effects.

      community Vellus/miniaturized hair - when are they really too miniaturized to regrow?

       16 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Miniaturized hair can potentially regrow unless the follicle is destroyed, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and lifestyle changes playing a significant role. Some users report success with additional treatments like estrogen, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, emphasizing the importance of routine and overall health.

      community Finasteride is destroying my hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the challenges of using finasteride for hair loss, with many users advising patience as shedding is common in the early months. Some suggest considering alternatives like dutasteride or topical treatments like RU58841 if finasteride alone is ineffective.

      community No stabilisation after 12 months on Dut - is this it?

       5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of hair regrowth and continued thinning despite using dutasteride for 12 months after finasteride. Suggestions include increasing dutasteride dosage, considering oral minoxidil, addressing scalp health, and lifestyle changes.

      community is it getting better? min+fin treatment

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil, with users experiencing shedding as a normal part of the process. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, adding a dermastamp, and taking vitamin D3.

      community DUT 14 months + oral min 18 months

       8 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen significant improvement. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies, and considering a stronger dutasteride dosage.

      community Oral min+fin(M21) 3 months progress

       37 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1.2 mg oral finasteride and 3 mg oral minoxidil after aggressive balding. They express concerns about hair loss affecting confidence and consider additional treatments like dutasteride.

      community Is Amazon Minoxidil 5% Legit? Never seen it before

       35 upvotes 1 month ago
      Amazon's Minoxidil 5% is considered legitimate by some users, though availability varies by country. Users discuss differences in application for men and women, with some expressing skepticism about Amazon's products and recommending tests for authenticity.

      community Did My Hair Transplant Fail????

       11 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is concerned their hair transplant with 1500 grafts may have failed after 10 months, despite using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride since 2023. Others suggest waiting until 18 months for full results and considering additional treatments like PRP or dutasteride.

      community United States or Turkey for HT

      in Transplants  52 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair transplant options, comparing the US and Turkey, with suggestions to consider Mexico, Thailand, and other countries. It emphasizes starting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling before proceeding with a transplant.

      community Do NOT stop oral minoxidil. You will regret it severely.

       376 upvotes 1 month ago
      Stopping oral minoxidil led to severe hair loss, even after resuming it and starting finasteride. Users discuss the lifelong commitment to hair loss treatments and the consequences of stopping them.

      community (M 28) 4.5 Months of Dutasteride and Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  73 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old male used Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 4.5 months, experiencing initial hair shedding but later positive hair growth. The user noted decreased aggression and motivation, possibly due to Dutasteride, and is considering microneedling for further improvement.

      community Still receding on dutasteride after 18 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using dutasteride for 18 months and a topical minoxidil/finasteride solution for 2.5 years, but his hairline continues to recede. He is considering switching back to finasteride, as some users suggest increasing the dutasteride dose or adding other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo.

      community About 3 weeks into Dut and Min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding after starting Dutasteride and Minoxidil about three weeks ago and is concerned about the amount of hair loss. Other users suggest that shedding is normal and not to be discouraged.

      community If PP405 doesn't work then why would Pelage continue with trials?

       44 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 is still undergoing trials despite skepticism about its effectiveness. Some believe it shows potential for hair regrowth, possibly in combination with other treatments like minoxidil or finasteride, while others are doubtful due to past disappointments with similar products.

      community Doctor said minoxidil is "supposed to be only used for 6-9 months"

       69 upvotes 1 month ago
      A doctor advised stopping minoxidil after a year, suggesting it is typically used for 6-9 months, and prescribed vitamin D, anti-dandruff shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, and Advantan. Users criticized the doctor's advice, recommending finasteride or dutasteride for long-term hair loss treatment.

      community On dutasteride, looking for alternatives to minoxidil

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user stopped using topical minoxidil due to side effects and is now on dutasteride, seeking alternatives to minoxidil. Suggestions include oral minoxidil, foam minoxidil, KOSHINÉ, PRFM, and ketoconazole shampoo for dandruff.

      community Switched to DUT from Fin after 30 months of no progress

       161 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 30 months with no progress, experiencing a significant shed initially. The current treatment includes daily dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical finasteride and minoxidil, derma stamping, PRP, and calecim exosomes.

      community Has there been any update or progress on the 3-alpha hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase hypothesis?

       13 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the hypothesis that a lack of the enzyme 3-alpha hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3α-HSD) on the scalp may contribute to hair loss by allowing DHT to accumulate. Despite interest in this theory, no recent research has been conducted, and current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain the most supported options.

      community Take your meds and hope, it may pay off

       1199 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced hair growth using Minoxidil and finasteride but switched to dutasteride due to chest pain from Minoxidil. They are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline and crown coverage.

      community Finally did my hairline transplant at 21

       294 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old had a hair transplant using 2500 grafts after starting to lose hair at 14 and using minoxidil and finasteride. Many commenters think the transplant was done too early, but the user argues they waited 7 years and stabilized hair loss with medication.

      community Do you think most celebrities use Dutasteride instead of Finasteride?

       62 upvotes 2 months ago
      Celebrities may use Dutasteride for hair loss, but opinions vary on whether it's more common than Finasteride. Some believe Dutasteride is preferred due to its effectiveness, while others think Finasteride is more widely used, especially among athletes.

      community One Year Final Update 24M (Fin + Min)

       337 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared positive results from using 1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, with no adverse effects. They experienced significant hair improvement within 3-5 months and plan to continue until they can grow better facial hair.