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      community 1 year 1 month into fin, new regrowth

      in Chat  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermint oil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.

      community Just under a year progress (topical fin/min .3/6%)

      in Progress Pictures  614 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial side effects. They are transitioning to oral finasteride and minoxidil for convenience and are optimistic about continued progress.

      community Log #1 - My .25mg EOD Finasteride Journey

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user started taking 0.25mg of finasteride every other day to prevent hair loss and documented their experience. Initially, they felt anxious and had headaches, but by the second week, they felt normal with no side effects or changes in hair.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 4 months ago
      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 10 months Fin 1mg & micro needling

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 10-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and micro-needling, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They plan to add oral minoxidil to boost hair density.

      community Been on topical finasteride and minox for a year

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 4 months ago
      User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for a year, seeing regrowth only on the hairline, not the crown. They also use keto shampoo, rosemary oil, and microneedle weekly, and are considering switching to oral treatments.

      community 10 Days Post-Op: Hair Transplant Results and Experience

      in Progress Pictures  504 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Dr. Resul Yaman Hair Clinic in Istanbul, including before and after photos. They are considering taking oral Minoxidil post-operation but are avoiding Finasteride due to side effects.

      community 3 months progress pics with Fin only

      in Progress Pictures  229 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared 3-month progress pictures using 1mg finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and planning to add oral minoxidil. Replies praised the results and questioned the need to add minoxidil.

      community 0.5mg eod vs 1mg daily of finasteride

      in Chat  18 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different doses of finasteride for hair loss, questioning the need for 1mg daily when 0.5mg every other day has a similar impact on scalp DHT. A humorous reply suggests exaggerated side effects.

      community 4 months oral min how am I doing?

      in Is this regrowth?  277 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user has been using oral minoxidil for 4 months and oral finasteride for over a year without side effects. Responses praise the user's hair regrowth and healthy appearance.

      community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

      in Progress Pictures  252 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

      community Year and a half finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  293 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with thicker hair and improved confidence after a year and a half of using finasteride without side effects. Specific treatments discussed include oral finasteride, with a question about the daily dosage.

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

      in Progress Pictures  1208 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 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 Actually Life CHANGING | Fin/Min/Tret

      in Progress Pictures  45 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user reports significant hair growth after using finasteride for a year and minoxidil for 2-3 months, along with topical tretinoin. They advise against listening to family or internet fear-mongering about hair loss treatments and encourage using finasteride and minoxidil despite potential side effects.

      community 1 Year Mark. 1mg Oral Finasteride, 5% Topical Minoxidil 2mL

      in Progress Pictures  196 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth after one year using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, considering a hair transplant if progress stalls. They experienced an initial shedding phase and temporary erectile dysfunction, but no other side effects.

      community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

      community 4 months 5% foam min + finasteride - 20 years old

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidil foam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.

      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  972 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Fin is working; I’m just now noticing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no side effects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of side effects.