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      community Shedding phase... It's brutal lol

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss after previously trying them separately without success. They are experiencing a shedding phase but are committed to the treatment.

      community 3 month progress on 0.5mg fin only - I think it’s saving me.

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male shares his positive progress using 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, noting initial side effects like sore nipples that resolved after adjusting the dosage. Other users discuss their experiences with finasteride, including effects on libido and the trade-offs of using the medication.

      community Topical Minoxidil - 4 month progress

       242 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 37-year-old is using topical Minoxidil once daily to address hair thinning, avoiding finasteride due to regular blood donations. They are satisfied with the results, seeing new hair growth, and prioritize blood donation over additional treatments.

      community Does anyone get blood tests while taking Finasteride to ensure thing are working appropriately (e.g. DHT is decreasing and estrogen isn't increasing significantly)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing the use of finasteride for hair loss and the importance of hormonal blood testing to monitor effects like changes in DHT and estradiol levels. Some users also mention using minoxidil and the potential side effects of estradiol, such as gynecomastia, especially at higher doses.

      community 4.5 months on minox and seeing basically 0 growth, GOING BALLS DEEP

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of hair growth after using minoxidil for nearly 5 months and plans to intensify their treatment with additional products like tretinoin cream, stemoxydine, and microneedling, while continuing finasteride. They are considering a hair transplant in the future and are cautious about starting oral minoxidil due to past heart issues.

      community 37m 2 month progress. Looks promising?

       23 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 37-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, exosome treatments, TED, NOUVADerm, weekly microneedling, and PDO threads for hair loss. Users suggest waiting a few more months to see significant progress.

      community 9 month difference, some decent thickening.

       148 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after 9 months using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, with minor side effects like increased body hair. They advise patience with finasteride, noting it can take up to a year to see results.

      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

      community This shedding phase is brutal man…

       590 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.

      community 16 years later - Before and After

       348 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.

      community AGA/male pattern baldness and loss of hair in the past 6months

       52 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced significant hair loss due to telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia. He began using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, seeing some regrowth but remains worried about hair density.

      community 2 months progress finasteride +minox

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, ordinary serum, dermarolling, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss. After two months, they see improvement despite initial worsening and anticipate future shedding.

      community Recovery after severe weight loss (23M)

       22 upvotes 1 week ago
      After severe weight loss, OP experienced hair thinning and started using minoxidil, vitamin D3, zinc, and other vitamins, noticing some improvement. OP is cautious about using finasteride but is open to dutasteride.

      community The first three months on minoxidil 2%

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed hair thinning and has been using a treatment with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17 alpha estradiol for three months, seeing some regrowth. The user had dermatitis, now cured, which worsened the hair loss.

      community Back to april 26 baseline again in september 26 . Having 2nd severe shedding .

       20 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after starting finasteride every other day and minoxidil nightly for nine months, with the best hair density in June but shedding since then. They also use Nizoral shampoo twice a week and are concerned about libido effects from daily finasteride use.

      community Topical Minoxidil causes this face puffiness?

       32 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user is concerned about facial puffiness potentially caused by minoxidil, but others suggest it might be due to aging, lighting, or water retention. The user has been using topical minoxidil for 8 months and recently started oral minoxidil, noticing changes in facial appearance.

      community update 7moths Finasteride - 31M

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 7 months, along with dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, vitamins, and minoxidil spray and oral minoxidil. They experienced variable hair shedding and improvement, and are concerned about the normalcy and future of their hair condition.

      community at what point does RCP no longer benefit?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, saw palmetto, and Minimalist RCP serum to address hair thinning, with some success but concerns about the long-term benefits of Minimalist. They plan to continue Minoxidil and finasteride for another year before considering a hair transplant.

      community Fin+Colostrum: My journey is a little different.

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 30 years and recently added colostrum to their routine, noticing darker hair regrowth. They experienced shedding with minoxidil and advise against its use, while highlighting the benefits and side effects of long-term finasteride use.

      community Can't take fin just yet, but need to try and stave off hair loss. Need your advice.

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user is concerned about starting finasteride due to potential fertility issues and is considering using minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo as alternatives for hair loss. Another user shares their experience of pausing finasteride while trying to conceive, continuing with minoxidil and Nizoral, and advises prioritizing child health over hair treatment.

      community My 6 month journey thus far... 47yo Male.

       421 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over six months using 1mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and 1ml 5% topical minoxidil, along with weekly derm stamping. He reported no major side effects, improved prostate health, and increased vascularity, with hair texture changes and minor nasal congestion.

      community Experiences maintaining hair on alfatradiol?

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about maintaining hair after stopping finasteride due to side effects like gynecomastia. Alternatives discussed include alfatradiol, topical finasteride, and minoxidil.