The user "OP" shared their hair loss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.
A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.
The user uses 1mg fin every other day, a topical solution of 5% min + 0.1% fin nightly, and seeks advice on oils for hair growth. Replies suggest oils are ineffective and recommend sticking with fin and min treatments.
For hair loss, recommendations include using finasteride along with supplements like saw palmetto andzinc. Other treatments mentioned are Minoxidil and RU58841.
A user shared progress pictures after 7 months on 1.5mg of finasteride, showing significant hair improvement. The user clarified they split 5 mg pills into quarters, resulting in a 1.33 mg dose.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, VitaminD, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc andDermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.
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).
Treating alopecia androgenetica with limited options, such as spironolacton, dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil 5%, Rogaine foam for men, a shampoo with ketoconazol, iron supplement anddermarolling.
A user shared their one-month progress using finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg, biotin, zinc, iron, omega, andvitamins D and E. Other users noted good results but suggested only finasteride and minoxidil are necessary.
The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning anddandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
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 28-year-old male using only oral finasteride 1mg since May 15, 2024, reports no side effects and significant hair improvement. He plans to continue finasteride for three more months and is considering adding D3+K2 drops, zinc, folate, and magnesium glycinate.
A user's experience with hair loss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after 8 months of treatment with 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride once daily, head massages, omega 3, vitaminD, zinc, and using a dermaroller starting at the 6th month. They are satisfied with the results and experienced no side effects.
The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitaminD and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.
A 16-year-old girl is experiencing hair loss, which has worseneddespite using minoxidil and multivitamins. Suggestions include broader hormone testing and considering other treatments like spironolactone if the hair loss is due to androgenic alopecia.
A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.
The conversation is about a user's comprehensive hair loss treatment plan, including finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, Nizoral shampoo, vitaminD, biotin, andzinc. The user describes their approach as a strategic battle against DHT, with finasteride as the main treatment.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, PRP treatments, and supplements like vitaminD, biotin, zinc, and iron. They are seeking advice on whether to continue with finasteride, increase the dosage, or try additional PRP sessions.
The user shared their hair journey, expressing regret over inconsistent barber visits and haircuts that led to thinning. They are considering using a combination of Minoxidil and finasteride for treatment.
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, andvitamins.
After 9 months of using Dutasteride, oral and foam Minoxidil, Zinc, VitaminD, Nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, combined with reduced stress, an individual restored their hair. They saw significant improvement despite initial worsening, and had low VitaminD levels which they corrected with supplements.
User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitaminD, calcium, and selenium as supplements.
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
The user reported using Morr-F (topical finasteride and minoxidil), microneedling, castor and coconut oil, rosemary oil, and various supplements. They observed some hair regrowth, particularly fine hair on the crown and hairline, after four months of needling and three weeks of Morr-F.