User reports 6 months on finasteride with visible hair growth. Others discuss the importance of similar hair length in before and after pictures for accurate comparison.
User experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil and Finasteride since January 2020, with no side effects reported. Shaving head twice helped Minoxidil reach scalp more effectively.
A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.
Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.
A 38-year-old man reports positive results using topical Minoxidil 5% and infrared therapy for hair regrowth over four months, along with Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements. Others suggest adding Finasteride for better maintenance and discuss the role of DHT blockers.
Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
User started oral finasteride 0.33mg daily and later made a topical solution with cetirizine and stemoxydine. They experienced hair growth progress after 8-9 months and discussed factors affecting their results.
Three months into using Minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, tretinoin, and saw palmetto shampoo, the user is seeing baby hairs on their hairline and is hopeful they will thicken. Another user reports that their own baby hairs have been getting thicker and longer over time.
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
User shared 16-month progress using finasteride 1 mg/day and minoxidil 5% solution once/day, noting significant regrowth, especially in temporal peaks. Users discussed shedding, side effects, and positive feedback from others.
A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.
Hairloss significantly affects men's confidence and mental health. Common treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with some considering hair transplants.
The conversation revolves around the psychological impact of hairloss and various treatments. Participants discuss using Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), hair transplants, and therapy for mental health. Some also recommend immediate action at the first signs of hairloss and joining supportive communities.
A user who underwent a hair transplant in their twenties and are now discussing the best treatments for long-term management of hairloss, such as finasteride and Minoxidil, as well as potential alternative treatment options like RU58841.
The conversation discusses hairloss and treatments, with users suggesting the original poster's hair has receded despite using a dermaroller and RU58841 for two months. Many recommend starting finasteride and minoxidil for better results.
Stress can contribute to hairloss. Herbs like Passion Flower, Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Valerian Root can help reduce stress and potentially improve hair health.
A 19-year-old experienced worsening hairloss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.
The conversation discusses the frustration of having excessive body hair while experiencing scalp hairloss, with mentions of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants using body hair. Users share experiences and advice, noting the role of genetics and DHT in hair growth patterns.
The user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hairloss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.
A user's nine-month journey of hair growth with treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral; some participants thought the user had a hair transplant while others disagreed.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hairloss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
The conversation discusses using topical synthetic prostaglandins like Bimatoprost, Latanoprost, and cetirizine for hair growth. The user shares a link suggesting these treatments may be effective.
A 19-year-old with rapid hairloss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
A user's progress with treating their hairloss by using Minoxidil twice daily and finasteride once daily, as well as suggestions to add microneedling and avoid tying the hair back.
User experienced significant hair improvement after 9 months using topical fin/min spray. Noticed positive changes around 3-month mark and chose topical treatment due to fewer side effects.
The user is 2 months post-hair transplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.