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      community 2 Year progress Fin/Min (1 year Dut)

      in Progress Pictures  277 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, with significant improvement after adding dutasteride in the last year. They advise persistence with the treatment despite initial setbacks.

      community 0.5mg eod vs 1mg daily of finasteride

      in Chat  18 upvotes 6 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 Minoxidil 1 or 2 times a day? tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been taking dutasteride for 7 months with unimpressive results and recently started using minoxidil once a day. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of using minoxidil twice a day and the addition of tretinoin to enhance results.

      community 3 and a bit months on topical min & fin

      in Progress Pictures  516 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 3 months using a topical foam with 5% Minoxidil and 0.25% Finasteride. They plan to add derma rolling to their routine.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).

      community 2 years on .5mg Finasteride/day

      in Progress Pictures  120 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 2 years on 0.5mg finasteride daily, also using minoxidil, showing significant hair improvement. The user noted their hairline is almost fully recovered.

      community Oral dutasteride vs topical efficacy

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  60 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil/dutasteride to oral dutasteride, resulting in hair loss. They resumed topical treatment without regrowth and are considering switching to finasteride due to poor results with oral dutasteride.

      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  56 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community I’m over it. So glad to not worry about hair anymore.

      in Shaved/buzzed  569 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with shaving their head, feeling liberated from worrying about hair loss. Some discussed their own hair loss treatments, including finasteride, oral minoxidil, and Rogaine, while others expressed support for the shaved look.

      community Diffuse thinners on topical minoxidil, how is it going for you?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user experiencing severe shedding after starting 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss is seeking advice from others. Another user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil, suggesting that initial shedding can be a good sign and encouraging persistence with the treatment.

      community 32 M 1 year anniversary on Fin

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 32-year-old man has been using topical minoxidil for 11 years and oral finasteride for 1 year, along with a dermaroller, and is happy with his hair regrowth progress without experiencing side effects. Commenters are impressed and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing his results.

      community Kinda freaking out because my hair loss is getting worse again (on fin)

      in Chat  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started taking finasteride 1.5 years ago with some success in stopping hair loss but no regrowth, and is now experiencing increased hair loss after a recent operation, questioning if the medication stopped working or if the hair loss is temporary. They are considering switching to a different treatment and seeking advice.

      community 5 Months Finasteride 2.5mg oral Minoxil

      in Progress Pictures  86 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone's progress after using 2.5mg of oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over six months. Commenters are congratulating the individual on their successful hair regrowth.

      community Do I get a hair transplant at 22?

      in Transplants  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.

      community 3 months only fin + vitamins update

      in Progress Pictures  90 upvotes 8 months ago
      User shared a 3-month update on using finasteride and vitamins (Zinc, D3, B12, Magnesium) for hair loss. Progress pictures show improvement, and other users commented on their experiences and asked about specific vitamins.

      community Will stopping ketoconazole make a difference?

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and ketoconazole for hair loss and is considering changing shampoos due to dryness caused by ketoconazole. Responses suggest that stopping ketoconazole won't affect hair loss unless the user has seborrheic dermatitis, and recommend using conditioner or using ketoconazole shampoo less frequently.

      community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  68 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

      community 8 month progress, slowly but surely. Topical Min/Fin, Microneedle, Niz, etc....

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user reports hair regrowth after 8 months using treatments including topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, Pyrilutamide, GHK-Cu/Min topical, and supplements like fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. They've seen progress but slower regrowth in the midsection of the scalp and are seeking advice to improve it.

      community Fin + Min + Niz + Microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo (Nizoral), and microneedling as treatments. Users are sharing their experiences and results with these specific hair loss treatments.

      community How dangerous would fin be for me to take at 18?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 10 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss without noticeable improvement and is considering oral finasteride. Some users suggest starting oral finasteride at 18 is fine, especially if puberty is complete, while others recommend caution and consulting a specialist.

      community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.