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      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 2 months progress - Topical Dual Spray (5% Minoxidil / 0.1% Finasteride) - 35 years old.

       79 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old user shared their 2-month progress using a topical spray containing 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, along with microneedling and Nizoral shampoo, to treat hair loss. They reported small progress and occasional side effects like headaches and dryness, aiming to transition to oral treatments in the future.

      community 4 months hair progress doing everything I can. (40 m)

       257 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 40-year-old shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil once nightly, and weekly microneedling. He experienced significant shedding initially but showed noticeable improvement, receiving positive feedback.

      community 3 Months on Dutasteride. Its the best.

       607 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride is praised for effective hair loss treatment with no side effects after 3 months. Users discuss its results, mention other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and question additional hair care routines.

      community 2022->2026, 3.5 years Fin, no min, trans male

       81 upvotes 2 months ago
      A trans male shared his 3.5-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density and hairline thickness without using minoxidil due to health concerns. He also uses Tołpa Torf shampoos and scalp serums, and emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-image in his journey.

      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 When did yall start to see results?

      in Chat  18 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride show varying results, with some users experiencing shedding initially and others seeing regrowth or thickening after several months. Patience is emphasized, as results can take from a few months to over a year, depending on individual response.

      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 25M (2.5mg Oral Min + 1mg Oral Fin Daily)

       321 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing improved hair density after 4 months on oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) and 2 months on oral finasteride (1 mg) with no side effects. He is encouraged by the progress and plans to continue the treatment, considering additional methods like microneedling and PRP for further improvement.

      community GHK-Cu is reducing my Seb Derm Flare

       5 upvotes 2 months ago
      GHK-Cu helped control Seborrheic Dermatitis and reduced scalp irritation, with no immediate change in hair fall or growth. Users reported reduced flakes and healthier skin using GHK-Cu topically.

      community 6 Months of Progress with Minoxidil and Finasteride

       250 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared their 6-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride, reporting significant improvement without side effects. They use finasteride every other day, minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week.

      community 3.75 years on 1 mg Oral Finasteride

       118 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user took 1 mg oral finasteride for 3.75 years, noticing improved hairline with minimal side effects, and briefly used minoxidil and microneedling. Some users suggest adding treatments like oral minoxidil or dutasteride for better results.

      community Balding for 15 Years, Started Treatment as an Experiment in April — 11 Week Update

       170 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 37-year-old man has been using a hair loss treatment for 11 weeks, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, dermastamping, and Nizoral shampoo, and is surprised by the progress, noting thicker and longer vellus hairs. He plans to continue and possibly escalate to oral treatments if needed, reporting no side effects so far.

      community 5 months of progress after years of inaction :)

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their 5-month hair loss progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and derma rolling, noting significant improvement after three months without shedding. Initially, they experienced chest pain with finasteride but no longer have side effects.

      community Anyone tried/trying alfatradiol

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses using alfatradiol, a weaker estrogen, as a treatment for hair loss, with some users sharing their experiences and challenges in obtaining it. One user mentions using a topical solution containing alfatradiol, cetricin, caffeine, and melatonin, noting no significant hair growth but stabilization.

      community No result after 2 years. Should I still continue?

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for 2 years and oral finasteride for 6 months without seeing improvements, and is advised to continue finasteride for at least a year as it takes time to show results. They are also advised to maintain consistent dosing and address vitamin deficiencies, particularly vitamin D, zinc, and B12.

      community Wanting to try topical AHK-CU/GHK-CU

       6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is exploring topical treatments AHK-CU and GHK-CU for hair loss, avoiding Minoxidil and prescription medications. They believe their hair loss is not genetic but caused by Accutane, and are considering products like Neurogan and Bloom by Fleur.

      community 20 year old male 2 years topical fin + min progress

       43 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 20-year-old male shares his 2-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil, with additional oral minoxidil, scalp massages, and microneedling. He reports no significant side effects, occasional hair shedding, and is considering switching to topical dutasteride and exploring RU58841.

      community Should I keep going? 28m on 4 months of min/fin/dermarolling

       37 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling for hair regrowth and is unsure about continuing due to perceived lack of progress. Other users suggest continuing the treatment, with some recommending adjustments like less frequent dermarolling or considering oral minoxidil, and note visible regrowth.

      community Blocking dht should bring it back. So why does fin mostly just hold the line?

       17 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride mainly prevents further hair loss by blocking DHT but doesn't reverse existing damage, while minoxidil can promote regrowth by waking dormant follicles. Ketoconazole helps with inflammation, but none of these treatments can reverse fibrosis or structural changes around hair follicles.

      community Progress on 2.5yrs Min, Dut, and Fin

       232 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Finasteride but suffered from severe side effects like loss of libido. They are considering switching to topical Finasteride to reduce side effects.

      community 1 Year Progression M18 - Detailed

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, but saw a decline after reducing treatments and stopping gym workouts. They plan to restart microneedling and consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community Being on Finasteride only for 8 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and is experiencing significant hair shedding, with concerns about hair density and visible scalp. Other users suggest that shedding is normal and that finasteride is likely working, with potential improvements over time; adding minoxidil could help but may initially increase shedding.