Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, topicalminoxidil and dermarolling. Advice was given to upgrade these treatments for better results.
With a head full of hair, like a phoenix!
This user has experienced positive results from using topicalminoxidil and oral finasteride for 12 months, followed by 5 months of only topical use, as well as microneedling before application for 4 months. They are now considering a hair transplant in order to further enhance their results.
Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth for hair loss patients. Best protocol: 1.5mm dermaroller weekly for 12 weeks or 0.6mm dermapen every 2 weeks for 12 weeks, skipping topicals for 24 hours.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil improved hair growth. A healthier lifestyle, including quitting smoking and better diet, also contributed to the progress.
The user shared progress pictures after 2 months of minoxidil, 1.5 months of microneedling, 1 month of RU58841, and 10 days of topicalminoxidil and finasteride. They discussed their hair loss treatment regimen and results.
A user shared their 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topicalminoxidil for hair regrowth. Replies suggest increasing dutasteride dosage and note visible progress likely due to minoxidil.
A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topicalminoxidil, calling topicalminoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topicalminoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
The user is considering starting oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, dutasteride 0.5 mg, and topicalminoxidil+finasteride for hair loss at Norwood 2. They are also asking if they can avoid some medications and about the effectiveness of PRP with the prescribed treatments.
A 24-year-old shared six months of progress using 1mg finasteride daily and topicalminoxidil twice daily, reporting improved hairline and temples with no side effects. The user experienced initial shedding but noted significant regrowth and no erectile dysfunction issues.
A user shared their 2-month progress using finasteride (1mg) daily, topicalminoxidil (5%) daily, and dermarolling twice a week, noting some regrowth and satisfaction with the results. Another user complimented the progress, and the original poster detailed their dermarolling routine.
A user has been taking Propecia (finasteride) for 7 months and uses topicalminoxidil, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to ongoing hair shedding. Another person suggests that 7 months is not enough time to decide on switching medications.
A 29-year-old man has seen hair growth progress over 5 months using daily 1mg finasteride and topicalminoxidil, along with ketoconazole shampoo and dermarolling three times a week. After trying various unsuccessful treatments, he's satisfied with these results.
A 27-year-old male shares his 1-month progress using oral finasteride and 5% topicalminoxidil for male pattern baldness. He noticed his hair getting thinner and weaker before starting the treatment.
User started DUT 3 times a week, topicalminoxidil/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.
Making a 1 year update on hair loss treatment of Finasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil and topicalminoxidil with 1.5 mm dermarolling; the user experienced some face pimples, baggy eyes, and had tried skin care. They also used fiber with their hair product and left it for a few days to make it look visually better. Replies were positive and one asked if using both oral and topicalminoxidil was overkill.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topicalminoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.
A user shared their 10.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topicalminoxidil, a derma roller, biotin, and Omega 3, despite losing over 150 hairs daily. They also mentioned starting "bald showers" after leg workouts for the last two months.
A user shared their 10-month hair loss progress using Propecia, oral minoxidil, and topicalminoxidil. The results were highly praised, with requests for more details on dosages and routine.
The user has seen significant hair regrowth after one year using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topicalminoxidil, considering a hair transplant if progress stalls. They experienced an initial shedding phase and temporary erectile dysfunction, but no other side effects.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Michael_Scott1234, has been using topicalminoxidil for a long time and recently started using oral finasteride and dermarolling. They have not experienced any side effects from finasteride and are happy with their progress.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment, which includes pyrilutamide, dutasteride mesotherapy and topical finasteride, as well as 3 years of minoxidil use. It also discusses whether or not the poster may have had a hair transplant.
This conversation is about a user named Pregal1994 discussing their experience with hair loss and treatments of topicalminoxidil once daily and dutasteride 0.5 mg per day over 5 years, leading to good results. Other users gave feedback on the photos, confirming that there was an improvement in the condition of the hair.
A user's 6-month progress after using oral finasteride, topicalminoxidil, and weekly dermaroller treatments for hair loss. Replies praised the user for their results so far.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over seven months using a combination of oral dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and iron. They plan to continue treatments to prepare for a potential hair transplant.