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      community Anyone else had a long shed after starting minoxidil + finasteride?

       3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, tretinoin, and microneedling. Users share experiences of shedding and hair regrowth timelines after starting these treatments.

      community Unsure of what is happening to my hair..

       4 upvotes 13 years ago
      An 18-year-old is concerned about hair thinning and has been using Biota shampoo, Rogaine, biotin, and multivitamins. Others suggest monitoring changes over time and consider stopping Rogaine and supplements.

      community Bruteforcing alopecia or the new advent of science progress

       22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.

      community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

      community Fin shed - worse than expected?

       3 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after switching from topical to oral treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. They are concerned about the shedding but are advised to continue the treatment as it may be temporary.

      community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

       139 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss 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.

      community 3.5 Month Diffuse Thinning Progress ( Same lighting attempt)

       25 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 3.5-month progress on treating diffuse thinning using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil spray twice daily, microneedling every other week, and keto shampoo for dandruff. They reported positive results with no side effects and are considering a hair transplant in a year.

      community 3 month progress NW5 -- lost cause?

       22 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.

      community 6 years post op.. finally hit the point where need to take action

       1 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user had a hair transplant 6 years ago and is now experiencing diffuse thinning, deciding to start oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride 1mg daily. Others suggest the user should have taken medication earlier and may need another transplant.

      community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

       124 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

      community Regrowth or miniaturisation???

       2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects stress-related alopecia and is hesitant to use Minoxidil due to potential side effects. Another user suggests it might be androgenic alopecia and recommends starting finasteride.

      community Male 17 - Thinning hair and crown

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 17-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning, especially around the crown, and plans to use 5% minoxidil, a dermaroller or derma pen, Nizoral shampoo, and biotin shampoo. He is advised to consider finasteride in the future and is seeking affordable hair loss solutions.

      community [24M] Legendary Stress Thinning Recovery (7 months on 5% topical 2x per day)

       199 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 7 months using Kirkland's 5% topical minoxidil foam twice daily, attributing initial hair loss to stress rather than male pattern baldness. Despite suggestions to add a DHT blocker like finasteride, he remains cautious due to concerns about potential effects on beard growth.

      community M21. Fin/Dut/Minox hair loss jorney

       8 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old shares their hair loss journey, starting treatment at 18 with finasteride, oral minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins, later switching to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil dosage due to receding temples. They experienced shedding phases but report overall hair health improvement and no side effects from the medications.

      community 14 months fin, losing ground and hope.

       52 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 0.8mg oral finasteride for 14 months and 5% topical minoxidil consistently for 6 months. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, trying oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and consulting a dermatologist for scalp inflammation.

      community IM IN ABSOLUTE SHOCK (my 6 week hair loss protocol)

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing positive results in hair regrowth using a protocol that includes minoxidil, dutasteride, essential growth serum, argan oil, trioxidil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They express hope and satisfaction with the progress after six weeks of treatment.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

       34 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Am I balding or is it just a mature/natural hairline?

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is concerned about a receding hairline and is using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and derma rolling to address it. They are considering a hair transplant if these treatments don't work.

      community I am RESTLESS and not STRESSLESS due to my issues of TRESSLESS :(

       13 upvotes 5 years ago
      A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.

      community How bad is the shed phase really?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The shed phase from using finasteride and minoxidil can vary, with some experiencing noticeable hair loss and others having minimal shedding. Despite initial shedding, many users report eventual hair regrowth and improvement, making the treatment worthwhile.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community 21 months in, lost all gains last 2 weeks

       448 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after 21 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest it might be temporary and recommend staying consistent or trying additional methods like hair loss shampoo, microneedling, or checking vitamin levels.

      community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

      in Treatment  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.