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      community 1 yr on fin, min & dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  491 upvotes 2 years ago
      User Clay1211 shared 1-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermaroller for hair loss. Commenters expressed surprise and praised the impressive results.

      community For all those worried about a minoxidil break

      in Minoxidil  342 upvotes 3 months ago
      Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hair health and regrowth.

      community Does microneedling damage scalp?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.

      community Minoxidil, boil em mash em stick em in the scalp

      in Satire  107 upvotes 2 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. The first user asked for proof of the effectiveness of these treatments, and the second user responded with a humorous reply.

      community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

      in Treatment  100 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.

      community Thoughts on platelet-rich plasma therapy

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.

      community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

      in Chat  36 upvotes 1 month ago
      Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Started fin and min on 05/02/2024

      in Progress Pictures  748 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.

      community 3 month progress on Manual combi fin/min pill

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a combined finasteride and minoxidil pill for hair loss, noting early signs of regrowth. They also use biotin shampoo/conditioner, take Vyvanse and Propranolol, and bleach/dye their hair every 3 weeks.

      community Just curious about the cost of hair transplants after verteporfin ever worked

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential cost of hair transplants if verteporfin allows for an unlimited donor area, suggesting that prices could vary based on the number of grafts needed. The user speculates that costs could be calculated per graft or a set amount for a specific number of grafts.

      community 5 months Progress 1mg Fin & 5% Min Daily

      in Progress Pictures  225 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement in their crown with no side effects. They started treatment in January after rapid hair loss and advice from Reddit.

      community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Kevin Mann(Haircafe) is the GOAT

      in Update  416 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user praised Kevin Mann for his hair loss advice, crediting finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for saving their hair. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed frustration over Mann's channel being affected by past controversies.

      community Finasteride gains continue well into year 5

      in Chat  118 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride can continue to improve hair loss for up to 10 years, with the best results seen when started early. Combining treatments like minoxidil, dermarolling, or RU58841 may enhance effectiveness.

      community Small progress after 1 year 35m

      in Progress Pictures  184 upvotes 6 months ago
      A man saw improvement in hair loss after a year using 1mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, but reduced finasteride due to side effects. He switched to 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical finasteride twice daily, microneedling weekly, and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, but may stop minoxidil due to chest pains.

      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.