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      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.

      community The no BS guide to saving your hair without finasteride (improvement in 90% of patients in the study) with a low side effect profile or improvement in 100% of patients but a higher side effect profile and increased dosage. The future is here?

      in Minoxidil  92 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.

      community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

      in Treatment  100 upvotes 2 weeks 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.

      community 11 months progress pictures (24M)

      in Progress Pictures  268 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared his 11-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, Dr. Reddy's Minoxidil + Finasteride 5% topical solution, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and plans to switch to dutasteride and tretinoin. Users praised his progress, discussed hair regrowth strategies, and shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Almost 3 months on topical min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  117 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, expressing hope for continued improvement. Others advised patience, suggesting adding micro-needling and waiting at least a year for significant results.

      community 8 months min and fin… feeling pretty hopeful

      in Progress Pictures  481 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hair transplant and recommend considering oral finasteride.

      community Finasteride progress 0.25-0.5mg 11 months

      in Progress Pictures  378 upvotes 4 months ago
      User shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement after using finasteride (0.25-0.5mg daily) for 11 months. Other treatments like microneedling, ketoconazole, and scalp massage were mentioned but not used consistently.

      community [26M] 3.5 year update. Fin+Min

      in Progress Pictures  3399 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3.5-year hair loss treatment journey using finasteride and minoxidil, showing significant hair density improvement and no noticeable side effects. The user also mentioned the confidence boost from shaving their head and the positive impact of the treatments.

      community I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  123 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.

      community 5 minutes on finasteride and praying. Is this progress?

      in Satire  889 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about hair loss treatments, with users joking about immediate and exaggerated results from finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments like microneedling and minoxidil. Some users mock concerns about side effects and the idea of posting rapid progress updates.

      community Nearing 7 months of 1mg fin - are there any positive signs?

      in Is this regrowth?  233 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth after nearly 7 months of using 1mg finasteride and dermarolling, with some users noticing thicker hair and improved density. Minoxidil was suggested but ruled out due to the user's cats, and a hair transplant was mentioned as a potential solution for completely bald areas.

      community 9 Month Status Update. I am so glad I started when I did

      in Progress Pictures  1204 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 9-month update on hair loss treatment, reporting positive results from taking 1 mg of finasteride and 1.25 mg of minoxidil daily. The discussion includes varied experiences with these treatments, questions about side effects, and comments on the unpredictability of treatment effectiveness.

      community 17-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm roller.

      in Progress Pictures  312 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 39-year-old shared a 17-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and a 1.5mm derma roller, noticing significant results after 9-12 months. They also maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage side effects like dry skin with moisturizer.

      community Thin spots over time even with Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  132 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hair transplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.

      community 1 Year Progress On 0.5mg Finasteride + 5mg Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1317 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using 0.5mg of oral finasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth from almost bald to much thicker hair. Other users discussed their own experiences with these treatments, with some preferring topical applications to avoid side effects.

      community Only Minoxidil 2 Months Before After Photos

      in Progress Pictures  132 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 2-month hair growth progress using only Minoxidil, noting significant improvement and plans to continue despite a genetic predisposition to baldness. They apply Minoxidil twice daily, experienced a heat rash, and chose not to use Finasteride due to side effects.

      community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 8 months ago
      After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.

      community 7 Month Hair Progress (0.5 mg dut only, diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  713 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.

      community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

      in Update  430 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

      community Will my liver get destroyed long term on this stack ??

      in Chat  15 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is considering a long-term hair loss treatment stack including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about potential liver damage. Some responses suggest the stack is excessive, while others believe it's not harmful to the liver, but recommend regular blood work to monitor health.