A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.
User experienced dandruff after starting Nizoral and switching to a lemon-scented shampoo. They stopped using Nizoral and plan to switch back to unscented shampoo to resolve the issue.
User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.
User reports using 0.5mg finasteride, 12.5mg zinc daily, and keto shampoo weekly for hair loss. After one month, there's a slight reduction in hair shedding and no side effects.
A 49 year old man's experience with hair loss treatments; he has tried finasteride and minoxidil, but experienced dizziness in the past. Others have shared their experiences and encouraged him to keep trying his current treatment regimen.
The conversation is about disappointment with hair loss progress despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, tretinoin, and a dermaroller. Direct sunlight revealed more hair loss than expected, prompting continued treatment and hope for improvement.
A user started using minoxidil and noticed a significant reduction in hair fall after two days. Other users expressed skepticism, suggesting that results typically take longer and may initially increase hair shedding.
Finasteride raises total testosterone but lowers free testosterone, which is important for male health. Users report mixed experiences with their fitness levels and blood test results after using finasteride.
A user experienced hair regrowth at the temples after applying castor oil nightly for a month. They also used Dr. Regenepure shampoo and occasionally argan oil.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and thickening using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Regenepure DR. They reported no major side effects except for an itchy scalp.
Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hair loss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgenetic alopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.
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 thin hairs.
A user used Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride in the morning, and a dermaroller weekly for a year but is unhappy with the results and sperm quality. Others suggest continuing the regimen, noting hair maintenance and thickness, and considering additional treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.
A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users joke about side effects and exaggerated results.
A user is discussing their experience with finasteride for diffuse thinning without a receding hairline, noting a massive shedding phase in the fourth month that is now slowing down. Other replies are off-topic and not relevant to the treatment discussion.
A user shared their 10-month progress using 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss. Another user noted the hair looks thicker and healthier, with some recovery at the front.
A 23-year-old with diffuse thinning for 2 years is using Finasteride 1mg, prescribed by a dermatologist, and is seeking advice on regrowth expectations. Replies suggest continuing Finasteride, possibly adding Minoxidil, and being patient with results.
A user on finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamp, and Nizoral is seeing baby hairs and asks if it's regrowth. Another user confirms it is regrowth and encourages them to continue.
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hair loss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.
A user started taking 0.25mg of finasteride every other day to prevent hair loss and documented their experience. Initially, they felt anxious and had headaches, but by the second week, they felt normal with no side effects or changes in hair.
A user is considering starting finasteride after quitting minoxidil due to scalp inflammation, despite ongoing hair shedding and a worsening crown area. Another user suggests taking finasteride in the morning to minimize focus on potential side effects like slightly decreased libido.
A user shared their 11-year journey with alopecia, using finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant. They encouraged others not to panic, noting that hair miniaturization can take over 15 years to complete.
Users are experiencing increased hair shedding despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, hair vitamins, and DHT shampoo. Some note this happens seasonally, while others are concerned their treatments are no longer effective.
A user shared their one-year progress on dutasteride, noting fuller hair but persistent thinning at the crown. They sought advice on whether to resume minoxidil and in which form, while others inquired about their choice of dutasteride and its effects.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 years of using finasteride, showing maintained hair with no regrowth. Suggestions included possibly adding minoxidil and switching to dutasteride for better results.
A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
The conversation is about hair shedding while using finasteride. One user experienced increased hair loss, while another had no shedding but also no regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil.