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      community 22M. 4 months on minoxidil 5%, 2x a day

      in Progress Pictures  574 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old man shared his 4-month progress using minoxidil 5% twice daily for hair loss, showing thicker hair without using finasteride. Others commented on his good results and discussed their own experiences with hair loss and treatments.

      community Been taking Fin for 10 months and have no results whatsoever

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user has been taking Finasteride for hair loss for 10 months with no results and is considering whether it's due to seasonal shedding or the medication not working. Other users suggest that the dosage might be too low, that some people don't respond to Finasteride, and recommend trying Minoxidil or Dutasteride.

      community 1 month of finasteride sky high estradiol

      in Update  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

      community Progress? Trying to fill in this crown.

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, and Nutrafol, and is asking for opinions on their progress. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, considering dutasteride or other options, and being cautious with microneedling frequency to avoid scar tissue.

      community Scalp is constantly uncomfortable and irritated with lots of hair loss

      in Chat  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hair loss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.

      community Will stopping ketoconazole make a difference?

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and ketoconazole for hair loss and is considering changing shampoos due to dryness caused by ketoconazole. Responses suggest that stopping ketoconazole won't affect hair loss unless the user has seborrheic dermatitis, and recommend using conditioner or using ketoconazole shampoo less frequently.

      community TRT. Pyrilutamide. Ru58841. Help

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair loss after starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), which did not improve with daily finasteride and minoxidil. He is considering restarting TRT and is seeking advice on using pyrilutamide or RU58841 to prevent further hair loss.

      community Losing effects of topical minoxidil and 0.25mg finasteride

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Late responders on finasteride alone

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone who has not seen hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride alone, asking if others have experienced delayed results. Some responses indicate that results can sometimes be seen after 12 months, with full effects up to 24 months.

      community The second shed: finasteride+minox+tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for almost a year, starting at age 18, and added tretinoin and 5% topical minoxidil 1-2 months ago. They are concerned about hair receding again despite the treatments.

      community Hypertrichosis Photos from Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community How dangerous would fin be for me to take at 18?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 9 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss without noticeable improvement and is considering oral finasteride. Some users suggest starting oral finasteride at 18 is fine, especially if puberty is complete, while others recommend caution and consulting a specialist.

      community 8-9 Month Update. 24M Korean Diffuse Thinner

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a 24-year-old Korean man's progress with hair loss treatments over 8-9 months, with specific treatments not mentioned due to redacted information. Users are commenting on the effectiveness and inquiring if Asians have better results with hair loss treatments.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  573 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.

      community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

      in Female  12 upvotes 11 months ago
      A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

      community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.

      community Hairloss - what hormones to check?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.

      community 10 month update, natural treatment results.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 11 months ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 10-month update on natural hair loss treatment, with mixed feedback on its effectiveness. Some suggest using finasteride and minoxidil for better results.