A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.
A user tried microneedling for hair loss with a Dr. Pen at 0.8 mm and experienced bleeding, questioning if the intensity was too much. Others suggested a less aggressive approach, and one mentioned finasteride as a helpful treatment without sideeffects.
The user reports hair thickening after 2 months on 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, having previously used topical minoxidil with no improvement. Other users suggest taking consistent progress photos and share their own experiences with similar treatments.
The user has been on oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without seeing hair loss stabilization and has started taking dutasteride twice a week. Other users shared their experiences with hair loss treatments, with one suggesting dutasteride might be moreeffective than finasteride.
Some individuals do not respond to oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.
A 36-year-old man saw steady improvement in hair thickness after 1.5 years using Hims minoxidil/finasteride spray and hair/nail vitamins, with no sideeffects. He applies the treatment with an eye dropper for better scalp coverage and emphasizes the importance of patience and consistency.
A user reports significant hair density increase and new growth at the temples after two months of using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermarolling, MK-677, zinc, and vitamin D3, with shedding stopping a week ago. They recently added MK-677 to their regimen.
People discussed treatments for hair thinning on the sides, mentioning Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841. One person is currently using Finasteride and seeking advice on its effectiveness for this issue.
The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.
A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past sideeffects 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.
A man, 34, reports positive hair regrowth after using only Finasteride with no significant sideeffects, except possible weight gain. Users react with a mix of skepticism, congratulations, and requests for more details about his treatment and personal life.
A 19-year-old user shared impressive hair growth results after using 5% topical minoxidil foam and 1mg finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D. They recommend this regimen for others, noting significant improvements in hair thickness and health.
The user has been treating hair loss for 2.5 years using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and microneedling, but is experiencing shedding and is unsure if further improvement is possible. Another person shared a similar experience with no gains despite similar treatments.
The conversation discusses a 24-year-old Korean man's progress with hair loss treatments over 8-9 months, with specific treatments not mentioned due to redacted information. Users are commenting on theeffectiveness and inquiring if Asians have better results with hair loss treatments.
The user is frustrated with minoxidil's lack of results and is considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or finasteride despite concerns about sideeffects. Other suggestions include consulting a doctor, adjusting dosages, or considering a hair transplant.
A user reported losing hair after 7 months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but others reassured that this is likely just a shedding phase where old hairs fall out to make way for new growth. Some users experience sheds every 7-8 months and suggest staying consistent with treatment.
A user has been treating hair loss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hair loss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.
The conversation is about someone's hair growth progress after using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for eight months, with users commenting on the increased hair density and volume. Some users are skeptical, but the original poster insists there is a significant improvement in hair density.
The user has been using 1mg of Finasteride daily and vitamins for a month, noticing hair growth, especially at the temples. They plan to share their two-month progress in the future.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.
The user "mspamnamem" shares their progress with a hair loss treatment stack consisting of finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and microneedling. They express satisfaction with their progress and hope for continued improvement. Other users in the conversation provideencouragement and share their own experiences.
The user "Bardo95" shared their one-year progress using finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. They experienced thickening of their general thinning and received compliments on their progress. Other users discussed their own experiences with finasteride and expressed hope for similar results.
A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to sideeffects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.
The conclusion of this conversation is that after 90 days of using 5% topical minoxidil, dermarolling once a week, and taking 1mg of oral finasteride daily, the user "M3ga_Shniz" has experienced a complete stop in hair loss thanks to finasteride. They are hopeful that their temples will continue to grow more as they continue with the treatment.
User tried dermarolling for hair loss and shared progress pictures. Some suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil, while others debateeffectiveness and frequency of dermarolling.
User reports 2 months progress using daily oral fin 1mg, twice daily topical min 5%, and intermittent dermapen. Others share their experiences, suggesting patience and additional treatments like alternating shampoos, using conditioner, tretinoin, and vitamins.
User made progress with hair loss using Fin, Min, and microneedling. Experienced sideeffects like improved skin, brain fog, and memory issues, but adjusting Fin dosage helped.
User shares new hair growth stack including oral minox, daily rolling with minox application, niacin, and Dutasteride. Excited about progress and plans to update in two months.