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      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 3 years treatment hasn't worked - NEED advice

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss for three years despite using treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil, and has reduced testosterone usage. They are seeking advice on what type of doctor to consult next, as current treatments have been ineffective.

      community (UPDATE, 22M) Receding hairline following period of insane gains.

       45 upvotes 1 day ago
      A user is experiencing hair shedding after initially gaining hair while using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day. Others in the conversation suggest that shedding cycles are common and recommend continuing the treatment, possibly adding oral minoxidil, and consulting a dermatologist if needed.

      community (27) 5 Year Finasteride De-transformation (2021 vs 2026)

       144 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user regrets not starting Dutasteride earlier and has been using Minoxidil and Finasteride to slow hair loss. Suggestions include switching to Dutasteride, considering a hair transplant, and using additional treatments like microneedling and topical solutions.

      community Is Harry Kane on fin? His hairline seems constantly the same for years

       28 upvotes 3 days ago
      Harry Kane's hairline appears stable despite his family history of baldness, leading to speculation about his use of finasteride or other treatments. Some users discuss similar cases of slowed or halted hair loss in other individuals, attributing it to genetics or potential treatments.

      community 3 months vs 5 months Dutasteride progress

       9 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user switched from finasteride to oral dutasteride and is assessing hair regrowth progress after 5 months, with some users noting visible improvement in density and regrowth. The user is advised to continue with dutasteride as it may take over two years for full effects.

      community Update after 15 years on finasteride and 4 on dutasteride

       210 upvotes 6 days ago
      A 55-year-old male has been managing hair loss with finasteride for 15 years and switched to dutasteride in 2022 due to thinning. He also uses minoxidil, PRP treatments, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering a shorter hairstyle for more volume.

      community 3 months on Finsteride and minoxidil

       139 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for three months, planning to continue for a year before considering a hair transplant. Users discuss reasons for starting treatment late, potential side effects, and suggest additional treatments like dutasteride and microneedling.

      community Crazy shed after switching from finasteride to dutasteride

       3 upvotes 1 week ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause significant hair shedding, which is often seen as a sign that the treatment is working. Users report that shedding typically improves over time, with hair becoming thicker and hair loss decreasing after several months.

      community The never ending cycle as a fin+min user

       1356 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can cause cycles of shedding and regrowth, leading to fluctuating emotions. Users experience periods of hair improvement followed by shedding, with some finding long-term stabilization elusive.

      community Any other long haired dudes experience really slow regrowth?

       46 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Long-haired individuals experiencing slow hair regrowth are using treatments like oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and dermastamping to improve hairline and temple areas. Patience and consistent treatment are emphasized, with some considering hair transplants if results are insufficient.

      community I think I responded better to finasteride

       46 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride helped regrow hair, but switching to dutasteride led to shedding and no progress. Many users experienced better results with finasteride compared to dutasteride.

      community Finasteride Progress Need Help Analysing

       17 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 21-year-old male has been taking 1.25mg oral finasteride daily for six months and is seeking feedback on hair improvement. Users agree there is noticeable progress, with no other treatments like minoxidil or microneedling used.

      community Do not recommend topical finasteride after two years.

       117 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Topical finasteride was ineffective for some users, leading to hair loss, while others found it beneficial. Alternatives like oral finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and combinations with tretinoin and keto shampoo were suggested.

      community Finesteride to dutasteride switch advice

       6 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking dutasteride twice weekly and considering continuing finasteride on other days. Some users shared their experiences with similar switches, noting that dutasteride lowers DHT more effectively and advising against taking both simultaneously.

      community Thinning and shedding for 5 years

       4 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user has been experiencing hair thinning and shedding for 5 years, despite using finasteride for 3 years and dutasteride for 4 months. Other users suggest continuing treatment and caution against hair transplants due to potential complications.

      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 4 months in and my hair has gotten worse than before.

       11 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP is experiencing increased hair thinning after four months on dutasteride and is unsure whether to continue. Other users suggest waiting longer, as improvements often start around month 5, with some experiencing initial shedding before seeing benefits.

      community 4 years ago (top) vs today (bottom) 1mg Finasteride daily

       95 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-year progress using 1mg daily finasteride for hair loss, noting significant improvement without side effects. They did not use minoxidil tablets due to availability issues but are satisfied with their results.

      community Tretinoin making hairline worse because of irritation

      1 month ago
      Tretinoin is causing irritation and worsening hairline issues, with suggestions to reduce usage or switch to a formulation without tretinoin. Alternatives like using minoxidil and finasteride more consistently, and applying tretinoin less frequently or switching to oral options, are discussed.

      community Monoxidil treatment after 8months 10 days

       282 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress in hair regrowth after 8 months and 10 days using minoxidil, microneedling, and scalp care, attributing success to consistency and reducing scalp inflammation. They did not use finasteride or dutasteride and managed inflammation with a specific shampoo.

      community 5 Month on Oral Min and Oral Fin

       825 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1.25mg finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages, with the main side effect being excessive body hair growth. They are surprised by the results, as even doctors are shocked by the effectiveness, and they attribute their success to genetics.

      community Male 43, Minoxodil & Finasteride journey

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 43-year-old male is using oral and topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to address hair loss, experiencing minimal shedding and side effects, but noticing increased facial hair growth. He plans to reduce the topical minoxidil application and continue the regimen for a year to evaluate its effectiveness.

      community Still receding on dutasteride after 18 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using dutasteride for 18 months and a topical minoxidil/finasteride solution for 2.5 years, but his hairline continues to recede. He is considering switching back to finasteride, as some users suggest increasing the dutasteride dose or adding other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo.