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A user shared their 7-month progress using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and recently started finasteride (1mg) daily, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They noticed thicker beard growth and some hair thickening at the crown, with no shedding phase yet.

The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.

A user shared their progress after taking 1mg oral finasteride daily for a year, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They recently started oral minoxidil and made dietary changes, including cutting out gluten and processed foods, and taking supplements like multivitamins and zinc.

A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.

A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.

The user was prescribed various treatments for baldness, including finasteride, vitamin D pills, biotin PRP, and minoxidil. The minoxidil and finasteride topical solution finally worked, leading the user to question the doctor's motives for prescribing ineffective treatments initially.

A 42-year-old user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth using a "nuclear stack" including oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, micro-needling, keto shampoo, saw palmetto, biotin, multivitamins, scalp massages, and inversion table. They reported significant progress with minimal side effects and plan to continue the routine.

A 21-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride, 2ml minoxidil, and supplements for almost 3 months but is still experiencing hair loss. Responses advise patience and consistency, noting that initial shedding is common.

A user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tea tree oil, and nizoral. They are considering switching to dutasteride due to an upcoming move to Japan.

A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride for 6 months. Others suggest patience, noting visible regrowth and recommending a combination of finasteride and minoxidil.

A 24-year-old tried minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo, and derma-rolling for hair loss but saw no improvement and is now at Norwood 5. They feel there's nothing more they can do and are considering going bald despite not liking the look.

A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment regimen, including Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, and asked for feedback on their progress. They are seeking opinions on whether their hair has regrown.

A user with low ferritin and zinc levels is asking if others have seen hair improvement after taking iron supplements. They were prescribed minoxidil and finasteride by their doctor.

A user has been on finasteride for a year and minoxidil for six months, with no noticeable progress. They also use dermarolling and rosemary oil but are frustrated with the lack of results.

A user shared 3-month progress pictures using 1mg finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and planning to add oral minoxidil. Replies praised the results and questioned the need to add minoxidil.

A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.

A user shared one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss at age 42. Suggestions included adding dermastamping, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

A user noticed deeper facial wrinkles since starting oral minoxidil in February 2023 and is concerned about its effects on collagen production. Other factors include past accutane use, high stress, poor sleep, and COVID-19.

A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

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).

A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

A 19-year-old male has seen no improvement in hair loss after 10 months on oral finasteride and 2 years on topical minoxidil, with hair thinning and a receding hairline continuing. One reply suggests getting tests to confirm if DHT is the cause of the hair loss.

A user is concerned that finasteride isn't working for their hair loss, questioning if it's due to male pattern baldness or low iron levels. They are advised to take finasteride daily and get blood work done.

A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.

A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.

A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.

After one month of treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, hair vitamins, and vitamin D3, the user reports minimal visual progress and increased shedding, but notes stronger body hair and light fuzz on eyebrows. The user is inquiring about potential hair regrowth.

A user reported that taking 20mg copper and 200mcg selenium completely stopped their hair loss. The conversation is about hair loss treatments.