community “I don’t know what magic you’re using, but your hair looks awesome”
User noticed balding 3 years ago and started using finasteride 11 months ago. Recently tried Toppik hair fibers, which improved appearance and boosted confidence.
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120-150 / 1000+ resultscommunity Buzzed my hair again to see where I’m really at, nothing has really changed in the front but I think the mid-scalp anterior mid-scalp vertex and crown diffusing has stopped/reversed completely. gonna grow it out again, I’m about 7.5 months in now.
Hair loss treatments, particularly using finasteride and minoxidil. The user has experienced positive results from taking finasteride with no side effects and suggests listening to the podcast of Spencer Kobren for more information on such treatments.
community Depression, ADHD meds and Finasteride
Finasteride caused anxiety, depression, and hair shedding for the user, leading them to stop taking it. They are now on Lexapro and Adderall for depression and ADHD, and are considering trying topical Finasteride and Minoxidil.
community depression due to losing hair since an early age, 6 months on topical min + fin and it has only gotten worse
A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.
community Hey brothers, this post is about my clinical depression with mpd
A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss and depression is planning to start finasteride treatment and is asking for others' experiences. Another user responds positively, stating that finasteride has helped alleviate their depression caused by hair loss.
community If You Have Light Recession, or Just Want Better Hair — Stemoxydine
User started using stemoxydine with minoxidil for mild hair recession and maintenance. Stemoxydine improves hair appearance and behavior, making it fuller and shinier.
community Another Finasteride and Depression/Anxiety Story
A user experienced severe depression and anxiety after taking finasteride for hair loss, which resolved after stopping the medication. They shared their story to warn others about potential side effects.
community 0 - 3 - 5 - 8 weeks Frontal Temporal Recession: Minoxidil foam 2x/day + weekly microneedling (m21)
The user documented hair regrowth progress over 8 weeks using Minoxidil foam twice daily and weekly microneedling. Another user suggested adding finasteride for better results.
community 8 months post HT: weird asymmetrical shedding/recession?. Dr not 100% sure cause. Theories??
8 months post hair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.
community Any finasteride users have a history of depression?
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
community Worth giving topical fin a chance if oral gave strong depression? 23M
A 23-year-old experienced severe depression and suicidal thoughts from oral finasteride and is considering trying topical finasteride but is worried about similar side effects. They are currently using RU58841 and Minoxidil and are seeking advice on the lowest effective dose of topical finasteride.
community How much Ru58841 do i need to apply for temporal recession?
A user is experiencing hairline recession and has started using RU58841, applying it to the temples. They are seeking advice on the appropriate dosage for this specific area.
community 2 years on dut and nothing but recession
A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
community Me looking at my friends slight temple recession and calculating how long it'll take for him to bring it up to me, the Hairloss expert (I've been on finasteride for 6 months) so I can slap him with a 30 minute presentation about DHT miniaturization and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
The post is a humorous take on the author's experience with hair loss and using finasteride for six months. The conversation includes discussions about hair loss, treatments like finasteride, and personal experiences with baldness.
community Sides from fin vs. depression from hair loss
The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between side effects of finasteride (like brain fog and loss of libido) and depression caused by hair loss. Users share experiences of severe depression while on finasteride, leading some to stop the treatment despite anxiety over hair loss.
community I think the hairloss finally delivered me a depression
User struggles with hair loss after 2.5 years on minoxidil and 1 year on finasteride, feeling depressed. Replies suggest accepting the situation and not focusing on baldness in public.
community Does anyone else have experience with Patented Growth Factors (PGF) Treatments / experiences with depression on Fin/Min/Dut?
The user is exploring hair loss treatments, including Patented Growth Factors (PGF) and a serum with Copper Peptide, Ceramides, Amino Acids, and Caffeine, while expressing concerns about the cost and effectiveness of PGF. They are also considering starting finasteride due to doubts about PGF's long-term viability and are seeking experiences from others who have used these treatments alongside antidepressants.
community Gains and losses, near 3 year journey, recession and diffuse thinning. Been on finasteride for 3 years and switching to dutasteride and oral minox. May start topical min again soon
A 3 year journey of hair loss, with recession and diffuse thinning; the user has been taking finasteride for 3 years and is now switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and may start using topical minoxidil soon.
community Dutasteride Destroying Hairline vs Just Shedding — 3 week pictures with rapid temple recession
A user's experience with Dutasteride causing rapid hair loss and temple recession over 3 weeks, with other users offering advice about the potential causes of this.
community Fin only Left is beginning of 2024 19m to 20m right is November of 2024 fin saved my life and cured my my depression
Finasteride improved hair thickness and stopped hair loss without side effects. Results appeared around three months, with no shedding reported.
community No regrowth after oral min, topical fin, min, and tret: Aggressive diffuse/hairline recession in 2 years
A user experienced no hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, and reported side effects from oral finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or using hair fibers for better results.
community Did I make some Progress (real question)!?
The user noticed temple recession and front thinning. Their treatment includes microneedling, topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, zinc, selenium, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and specific shampoos.
community Castor Oil + Coconut Oil + Derma Rolling
A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.
community How iam doing iam receding male 28
A 28-year-old male is experiencing hairline recession despite his family having full heads of hair. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole 2% shampoo.
community 10 months on fin and hairline destroyed.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
community Is it possible that dutasteride won’t make you depressedd if finasteride did?
The conversation discusses whether dutasteride might cause less depression than finasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting it could due to different mechanisms of action or molecular size, while others express skepticism or share personal experiences with these medications.
community 3 years of slowww progress. Thoughts?
The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.
community My temples are gone but I’m tired of hiding them so decided on a new hair cut. Just gonna ride this out!
User discusses hair loss and new haircut embracing temple recession. Others compliment the look and share similar experiences, suggesting confidence and trust in hairstylists.
community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp
A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.