The post and conversation are about a user's positive progress with hair loss using minoxidil and finasteride. No noticeable side effects were reported.
A user successfully regrew hair after nearly going bald by using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, plasma injections, and mesotherapy over 9 months. They plan to try derma rolling and have an alarm set for taking medication, noting increased sexual drive as a side effect.
A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.
A 27-year-old shares his hair loss recovery journey using Minoxidil 5%, topical Finasteride 0.1%, oral Finasteride 1mg, Ketoconazole 2%, Climbazole + Piroctone Olamine weekly, andVitaminD3 60k I.U. weekly. He reports significant improvement over four months.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitaminD gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
The user experienced improved hair growth using Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1.25mg once daily, weekly dermarolling, supplements, and occasional ketoconazole shampoo for 5.5 months, but noticed hair shedding again after switching types of Minoxidil. Despite returning to the original Minoxidil, the user's hair condition worsened and shedding continued.
A user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and a diet change, without a hair transplant. Despite skepticism from others, the user insists the results are natural and encourages consistency anddietary adjustments.
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.
The conversation is about the role of vitamindeficiencies in hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.
A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil anddermarolling as additional treatments.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.
The user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair growth after one year of using finasteride and minoxidil. They are considering microneedling to further improve their hairline and have chosen to use a derma stamp.
The user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping weekly, castor oil weekly, and the Nioxin system kit. Replies praised the results and inquired about the timeline and side effects.
The user is taking 1mg finasteride daily and RU58841 5% but still experiencing hair loss. They are considering adding topical finasteride or switching to dutasteride, and are not planning to use minoxidil until hair loss stabilizes.
A 17-year-old experiencing aggressive hair loss since December 2023 is using finasteride, vitaminD, and a biotin supplement but cannot use minoxidil due to dandruff. They have also undergone two PRP treatments and are seeking further advice.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over seven months using a combination of oral dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitaminD, biotin, zinc, and iron. They plan to continue treatments to prepare for a potential hair transplant.
The user is excited about their hair regrowth after 10 weeks using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermarolling, andvitaminD. They've seen significant hair thickening and believe minoxidil anddermarolling are the main contributors to their progress.
The conversation discusses the slow transition from baby hair to normal hair while using finasteride and transitioning to dutasteride, with progress except for the crown area. It's mentioned that hair thickening can take years, with each growth cycle potentially making the hair thicker, and this process can span over 6 months or more.
A 16-year-old started using topical finasteride, minoxidil, anddermapen for hair regrowth, along with natural DHT blockers. Advice given includes being patient and considering waiting until 18-21 to use finasteride.
The user has tried finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, retinol, topical finasteride, and ketoconazole for hair loss but continues to experience hair recession. They are considering adding oral minoxidil or RU58841 and are unsure about the next steps.
The user has been using finasteride daily since 2020, dutasteride twice weekly since September, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, microneedling monthly, and ketoconazole semi-often. They are feeling lost about their hair loss progress after one year on this regimen.
The user "Bishiop" shared a progress update on their hair density and strength after adding Minoxidil to their routine. They are also using Finasteride and microneedling. They hope to fill in their hairline by the end of the summer.
A 16-year-olddiagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitaminD, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, andderma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its benefits. Some users mention studies showing potential hair growth benefits, while others consider it ineffective.
The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitaminD3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair loss treatment regimen including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Nizoral, microneedling, and supplements, reporting no side effects and some hair regrowth. They encouraged others not to fear these treatments, as they are generally safe.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning after using oral castor oil for hair loss. Other users suggested seeing a dermatologist and noted that castor oil is typically used for constipation.