A young woman with genetically thinhair is stressed and embarrassed, seeking advice. Suggestions include seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil for hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, and advises patience as results can take up to a year. It also suggests delaying a hair transplant until after a year of medication to establish a stable baseline.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
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.
OP underwent a hair transplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thinhair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.
A user buzzed their hair and noticed many thinhairs on their scalp, which they believe are new growth from using finasteride for 4 months and minoxidil for 2 months. They are hopeful for more improvement in the coming months.
The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thinhairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.
User on Finasteride and Minoxidil saw minimal regrowth, tried micro needling with derma pen and noticed thinhair regrowth. Asks if micro needling hair gets thicker eventually.
Hair loss treatments discussed include leave-in conditioner, volumizing powder, styling products, and hairspray for thicker appearance without fibers. User shares routine and product suggestions for people with thinhair that lacks volume.
A user is frustrated with slow and thinhair regrowth at the temples despite using Minoxidil for six months, along with dermastamping, oiling, vitamins, and exercise. They are seeking advice on why vellus hairs are not thickening.
User achieved hair regrowth using 1 mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and occasional microneedling. They are happy with the progress despite still having thinhair on top.
The conversation is about a user's four-month hair regrowth journey using minoxidil, finasteride, and keto shampoo. The user reported significant progress, with visible thinhair appearing around the second month, which started thickening by the third month.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year and is seeing thinhair regrowth with some 1cm hairs still growing. They are considering a hair transplant and are taking zinc to manage side effects.
User has been on 1mg finasteride for 6 months, using minoxidil, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil, seeing new but thinhair growth. Another user advises patience, noting hair loss stabilization and some regrowth.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years, switched to oral minoxidil, and recently started dutasteride and dermarolling but still experiences thinhair. They are seeking suggestions for improving their hair condition.
User shared progress on crown regrowth using Minoxidil Foam, oral Minoxidil 2.5mg daily, and Finasteride 1mg daily. They experienced initial headaches with oral Minoxidil, had a hair transplant, and are seeing regrowth but with thinhairs.
The user shared a 4-5 month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, oiling, and microneedling for hair loss. They reported improved hair density and confidence but experienced unwanted hair growth, thinhair, itching, and a flaky scalp.
A 28-year-old woman with genetic hair loss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatments for pregnancy and is concerned about potential hair loss during that time.
A woman who is experiencing Female Pattern Baldness and struggling to cope with it; she has tried a few treatments but is not satisfied with the results and feels like her femininity has been taken away from her. The conversation includes advice on possible treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and lifestyle changes.
A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.
A user has been using minoxidil for almost three months without noticeable hair regrowth and is questioning its effectiveness. They are considering combining it with tretinoin or starting derma rolling.
A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (Dut) and Minoxidil (Min) in reversing hairthinning. The user has been using Dut for 3 months and Min for a couple of years, and while hair fall has reduced, thinning continues. Other users suggest that Dut can reverse hairthinning over time, possibly beyond a year, and the outcome depends on individual body reactions and the degree of hair miniaturization.
A hair transplant performed by Dr Bruno Ferreira in Portugal, which has improved the user's appearance and self-confidence. The user also mentioned taking finasteride for 5 years to help with their hair loss.
User experiencing hair loss on dutasteride; others suggest shedding is normal and to track progress with pictures. Some mention using RU58841 for improvement.
The conversation is about hair loss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.
A 47-year-old male experienced noticeable hair regrowth and improved hair quality after using Finasteride 1mg daily and Minoxidil 2.5mg tablets once a day for 13 months. He reports no significant side effects, except thicker eyebrows, and is pleased with the progress.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hair loss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hair loss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.
Stefano, a 20-year-old male, experienced significant hairline shedding and thinning after using topical Minoxidil, along with rosemary/jojoba oil, biotin tablets, caffeine shampoo, and a dermaroller. He is uncertain whether to continue the treatment in hopes of regrowth or stop and potentially return to his original hair condition, while a reply suggests using finasteride or dutasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss.