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      community Mineral deficiencies vs MPB vs Thyroid

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair improvement using a topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin combo, along with supplements like zinc, copper, magnesium, vitamin D3, K2, iodine, and boron. They believe these changes are due to addressing mineral deficiencies and possibly thyroid issues, despite skepticism from others.

      community 1.5 years on oral 0.5 mg dut and 2.5mg minox

       9 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years for temple recession, adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin 5-6 months ago, and recently adjusted thyroid medication and added iron supplements due to deficiencies. He noticed some baby hairs but no significant growth yet, and reports no shedding on dutasteride.

      community Treatments not working (Need suggestions)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing significant hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.

      community 6 month progress thank god i started

       255 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml 5% minoxidil, and 1% topical finasteride daily, noting initial side effects that subsided. They addressed vitamin D, B12 deficiencies, and thyroid issues, expressing satisfaction with the results and encouraging patience with the treatment.

      community Been on fin/min topical spray for 6 months and my hair is the worst it’s been

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hair shedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.

      community My hairline is confusing

       7 upvotes 10 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss and has been using Propecia, minoxidil, Regenepure DR, and dermarolling, with recent improvements on the left temple but worsening on the right. Suggestions include checking for vitamin deficiencies, thyroid issues, and considering dutasteride.

      community Hair keeps thinning but doc says no nutrient deficiencies

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair thinning possibly due to rapid weight loss and dietary changes, with no nutrient deficiencies found. The user is taking vitamins and considering seeing a hair specialist to promote regrowth.

      community 5 months update on minoxidil and fin

       363 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth after 5 months using topical and oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with tretinoin, and correcting vitamin D, B12, and thyroid levels. They are currently experiencing a second shedding phase but are pleased with the overall progress.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Unsure if any progress has been made in a year.

       14 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been taking oral minoxidil and finasteride for a year with no noticeable progress in hair growth, only maintenance. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, adding topical minoxidil, checking for nutritional deficiencies, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Still loosing hair on 1mg FIN ( 11 months) and 0.5mg DUT every alternate days (30days)

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and is advised to improve diet, check for deficiencies, and consider other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include sticking with the current regimen, considering a hair transplant, or accepting hair loss and shaving.

      community 21M cant stop hairloss at all +2 years on dut/fin

       9 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old male has been experiencing persistent hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Suggestions include checking for hormonal issues, nutritional deficiencies, or allergies, and consulting a doctor for professional advice.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

       15 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

      community 21M Started young, treated early, but non-responder to dht blockers

       56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male uses minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss but still experiences progression with high DHT levels. Suggestions include increasing dosages, checking for deficiencies, considering a hair system, or consulting a specialist.

      community Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

      community second shed on dutasteride, but a woman

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

      community My mum, 68. She has decided enough is enough and wants to get some hair back.

       23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 68-year-old woman with iron deficiency and hypertension is considering using 5% minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to see a dermatologist. Some suggest using wigs and focusing on health, while others recommend checking for hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

       255 upvotes 1 year ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Do these Supplements actually help?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss, with a focus on the impact of B12 and iron supplements for deficiencies. It suggests that while supplements can help with deficiencies, genetic factors like androgenic alopecia may require treatments like finasteride.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.