community Is treatment working? What else should I add?
User started treatment with Fin and Min in 2022, added stemoxydine, and considering dut. They are unsure about microneedling due to scarring concerns.
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360-390 / 1000+ resultscommunity Shedding again on oral minoxidil, any advice would be really appreciated!
User started oral minoxidil 2.5mg in September 2022, experienced initial shedding, then reduced shedding, but now shedding increased again after 8 months. User is a 43-year-old female also on Spironolactone, seeking advice.
community Progress update. 9 months dut and 4 months oral min
User started 0.5 mg dutasteride in September 2022 and oral minoxidil in February 2023. Hair loss increased initially, but improved after increasing minoxidil dosage.
community 18M progression pt.3 (6 months)
User started balding at 16 and began treatment at 18, using RU58841, minoxidil, derma rolling, and peptides. After 6 months, they experienced significant hair regrowth and are happy with the results.
community My Last Post on this Subreddit: Nuclear Option
User starts final hair loss regimen with various treatments and plans to leave subreddit for mental health. Others believe user's hair is fine and the regimen is unnecessary and potentially harmful.
community 6 months - 0.5mg dutasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, 80mg Ru58841, microneedle 1.5mm every other week
User started hair loss treatment 6 months ago using 0.5mg dutasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, 80mg RU58841, and microneedling 1.5mm every other week. They experienced significant hair regrowth and no side effects, with others encouraging continued progress.
community 3 months on minox, seeing great results.
User started minoxidil topical 3 months ago for beard and hairline growth. Considering adding nizoral and microneedling for better results.
community Topical spironolactone question
User started using topical spironolactone on scalp and face, experienced fever feeling and sluggishness. Asks if side effects are normal or systemic.
community New drug for hair loss announced by Amplifica
Amplifica starting clinical trials for new hair loss drug. SCUBE3 protein discovered, stimulates hair growth, could be alternative to Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Using Toppik to fill bald spots while waiting on Finasteride
User started Finasteride for hair loss and uses Toppik to cover bald spots. They wonder if Toppik's keratin fibers will block follicles and affect hair regrowth.
community My finasteride story. M36 diffuse thinner
User started finasteride in Oct 2021 and experienced reduced shedding and side effects. Saw improvements in months 3-5, but worsening in months 11-13, and asks for advice on next steps.
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 Thoughts on Pantostin Alfatradiol?
User started using Pantostin Alfatradiol after watching haircafe on YouTube and noticed thicker hair. They wonder why it's not more popular, as it's a 5α-reductase inhibitor with a different mechanism than minoxidil.
community Where does time go? Turning 30 soon and been on treatment for 8 years.
User started fin/min/niz at 23, switched to Dut at 24, and has been on treatments for 7 years. Despite occasional doubts, hair improved and user advises sticking with treatments.
community Progress since may 27, 2021. HairCAFE routine, DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, topical stemoxydine and alfatradiol 50/50 mix with tretinoin in the morning.
User started DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, and topical stemoxydine/alfatradiol mix with tretinoin in the morning for hair loss. They experienced significant progress and no side effects, crediting a YouTuber for encouragement.
community 3 Months on the protocol. Any results?
User started hair loss treatment 3 months ago using topical fin, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, and microneedling. Others noticed improvement in mid and frontal scalp areas and suggested considering oral minoxidil.
community 4 month update Fin / Min / Dermaroller
User started hair loss treatment in November 2020 using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermaroller, castor oil, Nizoral, and supplements. They experienced improvements but had a second shed in February and seek feedback on their routine.
community Does minox and fin help with thinning
User started minox and fin for hair loss and wants to know if they'll help thicken hair. Another user suggests shaving head before starting treatment and mentions success stories.
community Are you happy with Minoxidil? + Fin really helped me, no need for Toppik anymore
User started using Min after success with Fin, improving hair thickness and regrowth. They discuss plans for lifelong use of Fin, Min, keto shampoo, and dermarolling, and ask for others' experiences with Min.
community Fighting Fin!
Datwagg63 started taking finasteride for hair loss and supplements it with omega 3, vitamins, and a low-carb diet while lifting weights. InternationalBerry suggested adding minoxidil, as it's considered the second most effective treatment after finasteride.
community March 30 first photo yesterday other 2 pics 19 year old
The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment six months ago, with some improvement in mental health and manageable side effects. They are considering switching minoxidil brands due to dissatisfaction and are focusing on stress management and lifestyle changes to improve scalp health.
community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs
The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.
community Desperate for help - Dread shed since 5 months!
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hair loss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.
community Around a 1.5 months progress pictures
The user started using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo to address hair loss and scalp buildup, showing progress over 1.5 months. The ketoconazole shampoo helped with scalp buildup, and no side effects were reported from the medications.
community Dut 0.5 (4 months) Min (2.5 months) and dermarolling 1.5 mm (1 week)
The user started a hair loss treatment with dutasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, experiencing some regrowth and satisfaction with progress. They also use nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil, and have not experienced significant side effects.
community Genetics are so weird and unpredictable
The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.
community Pre-Fin Blood Test, Are my Estradiol Levels Too High For Finasteride?
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to their estradiol levels being near the upper limit. They have consulted a doctor who confirmed their levels are okay to start the treatment.
community My first 8 months and prgress so far, min + fin.
The user started experiencing hair loss at 26 and began treatment with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. After 8 months, they noticed hair regrowth, especially baby hairs, and remain hopeful for further improvement.
community First week finished on finasteride 0.5mg MWF
The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hair loss, with the original poster noting reduced scalp itching and oiliness after the first week. Users share experiences with different dosages and schedules, concerns about side effects, and the potential impact on prostate cancer detection.
community How dependent will my other hairs get on minoxidil?
A user is starting a finasteride and minoxidil routine for diffuse pattern hair loss and is concerned about hair dependency on minoxidil. Responses suggest that new hairs may not survive without minoxidil, but existing hairs won't fall out if minoxidil is stopped, though experiences vary.