community What Works to Restore Hairloss for Cis-Males? Not Much
Hair regrowth treatments for cis-males include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Estrogen and testosterone blockers can help restore hair loss but may not suit everyone.
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180-210 / 1000+ resultscommunity 5 month regrowth (5 months fin, 3 month oral min)
A user shared their 5-month progress using Finasteride (1mg daily) and 3 months on Oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They experienced initial shedding with Minoxidil but saw substantial regrowth, encouraging others to try these treatments.
community 6 months on fin 1mg everyday, good progress? (20M)
A user shared their 6-month progress on finasteride but stopped due to financial issues, seeking advice on whether to continue. Replies strongly advised resuming finasteride to maintain progress, with suggestions for affordable options.
community 3 Month Minoxidil & Dermastamp progress
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil and dermastamping, noting additional biotin use. Replies suggest adding finasteride to maintain results and highlight effective regrowth from microneedling and Minoxidil.
community Minoxidil Eye Bags and Dark Circles
Minoxidil users report dark circles and eye bags. Solutions include water pills, caffeine serum, retinol, and collagen peptides.
community ~6 months of chemicals and needles
User tried oral min/fin/dut, VitD, and derma 2x monthly for hair loss and is happy with results. They saw improvements almost immediately.
community How would you start your hairloss battle if you were 16 y.o?
A 16-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks treatment advice. They decide to start with Serioxyl, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Eucapil, considering Minoxidil and Finasteride for later use.
community 22M Exact three months of medication. Dut(0.5mg/day)+minox(2 times a day)+vitamin D (60k/week)
User took Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D for hair loss treatment and saw improvement in 2 months. Vitamin D deficiency played a role in recovery.
community Iron D3 levels actually matter more else dht blockers wont work(yes they can keep follicle alive)
Taking finasteride alone did not stop hair loss, but adding vitamin D3 and iron supplements improved hair coverage and quality. It's important to check and address deficiencies, but caution is advised with iron supplementation without medical guidance.
community Fin/min was honestly a miracle for me
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Other users discussed their varied experiences with these treatments and offered additional advice.
community Crown update 1 month - Oral min & Oral fin
User is 1.5 months into using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, along with dermarolling. They report good progress and seek advice on whether new hairs will thicken.
community 16, female, losing a ton of hair
A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.
community Are most men bald because they haven’t tried any treatment or are they bald in spite of it?
Some men are bald because they are unaware of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.
community I bought a microscope, how does my scalp/hairs look? I've been suffering diffuse thinning and hair loss after covid and never recovered (2 yrs ago) I eat healthy, in shape and workout.
A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.
community Finasteride/dut. causes NAFLD,IR,diabetes,kidney dysfunction is it correct.
Hair loss discussion mentions treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. Users share experiences, side effects, and advice on using these treatments.
community Aggressive Hair Loss from 18 – 22: Beginning my Holy Crusade Against MPB
A user's experience with aggressive hair loss from age 18-22, and possible treatments to combat this such as Dut, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.
community Take finasteride NOW. Life is short.
User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
community 27F with questions
A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.
community 10 Days Post-Op: Hair Transplant Results and Experience
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Dr. Resul Yaman Hair Clinic in Istanbul, including before and after photos. They are considering taking oral Minoxidil post-operation but are avoiding Finasteride due to side effects.
community Couldn’t be more happy! 5 Months Fin and Min, 19M
A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hair loss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.
community Creatine and Finasteride together - still started losing hair
User experienced hair loss after taking creatine with finasteride for 8 years. Others shared similar experiences, but some suggested it could be a minoxidil shed.
community Fermented Rice Water ..... ???
User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hair loss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.
community How I paused my hair loss by curing seborrheic dermatitis
User Wonderful_Tonight910 suffered from hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for years. After using irritant-free shampoo, their scalp improved, hair loss stopped, and new hair growth appeared.
community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut
A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.
community 2024 Official beginner guide for “I’m losing my hair, what can I do?”
For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
community NW6 - 12 months progress - Dut/Oral Min/2% Keto Shampoo
User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
community 7 month progress - Thank you to this community!
A 21-year-old used 1.25mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth, reducing finasteride to 5 times a week since September. He also started using Nizoral for dandruff, noticed an increased appetite, and experienced a temporary change in sex drive.
community 4 1/2 months .5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hair loss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.