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      community 2 months on Fin - 25 years with my story

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting with minoxidil and later switching to finasteride due to dissatisfaction with minoxidil. They experienced some regrowth and shedding, with mild side effects from finasteride, and are hopeful for future improvements.

      community There are two philosophies here...choose what makes you feel best.

       51 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss approaches: 1) using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, vitamins, and transplants, or 2) accepting hair loss, trying minimal treatments, and shaving head. Users share experiences and preferences between options.

      community Exercise seems to be helping, a lot, quickly.

      in Chat  1 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Exercise may be improving hair thickness and reducing thinning for a 50-year-old man using topical finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and microneedling. The improvement could be due to exercise, the treatments, or a placebo effect.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

      community Need Advice on Addressing Hair Loss: Big 4 or Jump Straight to Transplant?

      in Chat  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hair loss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hair loss before considering a transplant.

      community 3 years on finasteride update. 23 (left) vs 26 (right)

      in Progress Pictures  1307 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 3 years on finasteride, showing improved hair thickness and density, and mentioned losing 15kg. The user plans to fix their hairline next month and received mixed feedback on their hairstyle and the effectiveness of finasteride.

      community Two-year update - dut, min, niz, 1.5mm roller

      in Progress Pictures  506 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared a two-year update on their hair loss treatment using dutasteride (0.5mg/day), minoxidil (Kirkland topical foam 2x/day), a 1.5mm derma roller every other week, and a daily multivitamin with biotin. They reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects, emphasizing the importance of consistency and a healthy lifestyle.

      community Suspicious about my dermatologist

      in Product  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and questions his dermatologist's advice against using finasteride due to age. The dermatologist recommended a serum with aloe vera, saw palmetto, biotin, and dexpanthenol, but the user is skeptical and considers using minoxidil instead.

      community Don't leave a boy hanging, try to help.

      in Chat  113 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, recommending these treatments to others. They emphasized the importance of informing others about effective treatments rather than relying on supplements.

      community What I've been dealing with, so far.

      in Female  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      A female in her late 30s experienced hair thinning due to health issues and treatments, including antibiotics and stress. She started using minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins from **hers** and is currently dealing with shedding and possible weight gain.

      community RU58841 in Pumpkin Seed Oil (PSO)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is seeing good results with RU58841 for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and thicker hair. They plan to use pumpkin seed oil as a solvent to avoid water content, which they believe reduces the effectiveness of anti-androgens.

      community Is anyone using melatonin for hair loss?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.

      community Scalp micropigmentation (smp) after 1 year

      in SMP  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) after one year. They discussed using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments for hair loss.

      community Ru58841 + Minox progress (1 month

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their one-month progress using Minoxidil and RU58841 for hair loss, noting significant shedding after micro-needling and seeking opinions on their regrowth. They stopped micro-needling and added RU58841 to their treatment.

      community Topical Min (Liquid) Ingestion

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.

      community I married my high school crush because of balding

      in Satire  1051 upvotes 7 months ago
      A man shared how his baldness led to reconnecting with his high school crush, resulting in marriage. The conversation includes jokes and varied opinions on balding, with no specific treatments mentioned.

      community Finasteride suddenly stopped working for me after almost 2 years of using it (M19)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user reported that after nearly 2 years of using finasteride with initial hair regrowth, their hairline worsened around day 570 and has not improved significantly since. They are considering switching to dutasteride or changing finasteride brands, while responders suggest the user may not actually be experiencing hair loss and might benefit from professional help.

      community Effectiveness of Dutasteride opinions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting it works better than Finasteride and sharing positive experiences, while others are skeptical due to negative anecdotes. Specific treatments mentioned include Dutasteride and Finasteride.

      community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

      in Shaved/buzzed  88 upvotes 8 months ago
      The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

      community Second shed and what I have learned (don't worry!)

      in Minoxidil  45 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 25-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil for 9.5 months despite an initial shed and a second shedding phase lasting 3.5 months. They encourage others to persist with minoxidil treatment through shedding as regrowth can occur.

      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.