community Well, I guess this puts the scalp tension theory to bed
Hair loss discussion includes various causes like DHT, blood flow, and skin fibrosis. Treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
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570-600 / 842 resultscommunity Went home for the holidays and my Dad asked ‘what have you done to your hair?’ he was genuinely happy for me and supportive when I told him I was growing it back with finasteride. AMA – 7 months in.
User experienced significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using 0.5mg finasteride, along with minoxidil and dermastamp. Side effects include increased sensitivity to poor lifestyle choices, but overall confidence improved.
community 5 Month's progress on Topical FIN, MIN, Topical Dut, Laser Cap
User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.
community 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :')
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
community Brutal Hair loss At 19: Help+Treatment Questions
A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss since 17 uses finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral castor oil, but sees little improvement. They seek advice on adding an anti-androgen, considering alfatradiol.
community I've been afraid to start Finasteride treatment for 5 years, on it for 2 weeks, regret that hadn't started it earlier and here's my story
A 28-year-old male, losing hair since his teens, started taking 0.31 mg finasteride daily for two weeks with no side effects and regrets not starting earlier. He tried various treatments like minoxidil, scalp massages, and vitamins but found finasteride most effective.
community Minoxidil with Stemoxydine for hair growth?
The conversation is about using stemoxydine in addition to minoxidil for hair growth. The original poster is considering adding stemoxydine to their hair loss treatment regimen.
community Take multivitamins if you have sexual side effects! it's amazing
A user shared that taking multivitamins, specifically Myprotein "Alpha Man," improved their sexual energy while on finasteride. They believe the benefits come from Zinc and Vitamin B6/12.
community 4 month hairline update (30M) - minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, dermaroll
User shares 4-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and dermarolling. Others discuss treatment details and express admiration for the results.
community 21 y/o M, 3 month amazing progress on min and topical fin, I want to share my success story.
A 21-year-old male who has been suffering from hair loss since he was 17, and has made great progress with a combination of minoxidil and finasteride topical solutions. They discussed the efficacy of microneedling for sensitive scalps as well.
community 4 months daily Min, Fin & Dermarolling once a week. I was very skeptical about Fin until other people started noticing my results.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dermarolling to treat hair loss; some of the replies included reports of side effects, encouragement and advice on lighting.
community 2 Months Update Dermarolling every 5 days (1.0mm) Minoxdil 1x Daily Biotin 10,000mcg Nizoral every 3 days Castor Oil daily NO FIN
A user shared a 2-month update on their hair loss treatment, using dermarolling, Minoxidil, biotin, Nizoral, and castor oil, but not finasteride. Replies discuss reasons for delayed treatment and suggest considering a hair transplant.
community Follicles finally showing first signs of life
The post and conversation are about a user seeing hair regrowth after using Rogaine, rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, microneedling, and LLLT. The user plans to add Nizoral soon and is hopeful about continued progress.
community Results: Finasteride, minoxidil, 1.5mm derma roller. There are 2 to 2.5 months between the two images.. which means I did 7-11 times of dermarolling
Results from taking finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to treat hair loss; the user's age and potential side effects of taking finasteride.
community Gonna try a hair system as a last resort - anyone on this sub care to share any testimonials?
User RG737 considers hair system as last resort for hair loss, as finasteride and alternative remedies didn't work. Jeff-92 shares positive experience with hair system, suggesting to try it and push through initial doubts.
community Breezula CB-03-01
The conversation is about a potential new hair loss treatment called Breezula CB-03-01. Users are discussing updates on its development and sharing personal experiences with making or using it.
community PROGRESS! 4 months on fin, 6 months on min
The user reported hair regrowth after using 1 mg finasteride daily for 4 months, foam minoxidil twice daily for 6 months, and 5000 mcg biotin daily for 4 months. Commenters are impressed with the results and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing the progress.
community Big 3 + dermaroller update
A user's experience with the Big 3 (minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841) hair loss treatment along with dermarolling. The dermaroller pin was 1.5mm used once per week and drew some blood but not a lot.
community I've stopped taking finasteride. What now?
The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments; they currently use minoxidil and a caffeine shampoo. Suggestions include derma rolling to enhance minoxidil effectiveness and personal experiences of hair loss after stopping finasteride.
community 6 months fin, lots of hair lost (pics)
The user has been using finasteride since September 2018, dermarolling since February 2019, and applying minoxidil once a day. Despite these treatments, they have experienced significant hair loss and are unsure if they should continue.
community Almost 5 Years post 5000-hair FUT in South Korea
User had a 5000-hair FUT procedure in South Korea in 2014 and is satisfied with results. Uses Minoxidil, dermarolling, and Toppik hair fibers for crown area, and considering Finasteride.
community My Finasteride Story (Pictures + Blood work + Updates)
A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair regrowth, which was effective but caused side effects like gynecomastia and mood swings. They now manage side effects with Arimidex and vitamins while continuing finasteride, and monitor their health with blood tests.
community Natural Approach Results! May have discovered something! [1 Year Pumpkin Seed Oil/twice a week Niz + 1 month 12mg Astaxanthin]
The user successfully reduced hair loss using pumpkin seed oil, Nizoral shampoo, and astaxanthin without using minoxidil or finasteride. They observed significant improvement over 12 months and believe the combination of treatments is effective.
community Finasteride and Ketoconazole 2%, 13 months update (Amazing results)
A user shared their 13-month experience using finasteride and ketoconazole 2%, reporting significant improvement in hair growth, especially in the crown and temple areas. They also mentioned occasional use of biotin, multivitamins, and zinc, but noted recent increased shedding and hair loss in unexpected areas.
community For what it's worth ("side effects" and my experience on Finasteride)
The user experienced side effects commonly attributed to Finasteride without ever taking the drug, suggesting these issues may stem from other life factors. They advise considering other potential causes before blaming Finasteride for such side effects.
community Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.
community Hair journey from December 2021 - today.
The user shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil and finasteride since December 2021, experiencing shedding phases but ultimately achieving positive results by sticking with the treatment. They advise others to continue with their regimen despite shedding, as it can be a sign of the treatment working.
community Rate my treatment stack from 1-10
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.
community almost 6 months of progress :)
The user shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and iron supplements, along with occasional microneedling and specific shampoos. They reported minimal side effects and no retrograde alopecia, attributing their success to a combination of treatments.
community 9 Months. I got my life back! 1mg fin every day. 1ml min at night, and weekly 1.5mm micro needling.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil nightly, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. They reported some side effects like reduced semen thickness but are satisfied with the results and recommend topical minoxidil over oral.