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5 / 678 resultscommunity 1 year on oral minoxidil 5mg and finasteride 1 mg on alternate days. Started derma rolling 1 month back. Will the vellus hair in temple become terminal? Also seeing good hair growth and reduced hairfall after I started Biotin and other hair growth supplements
The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including oral minoxidil 5mg and finasteride 1mg on alternate days, along with derma rolling, biotin, and other supplements. The user reports good hair growth and reduced hair fall, with no side effects from oral minoxidil except increased body hair.
community my Body hair has stopped working
A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.
community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.
community Why don't Minoxidil regenerated hairs become terminal on the head?
Minoxidil helps hair growth by increasing blood flow and prolonging the growth phase, but it doesn't address the root cause of hair loss, such as DHT sensitivity. Finasteride can help maintain some gains by blocking DHT, but stopping Minoxidil often leads to hair loss because the new hairs are dependent on it.
community Topical minoxidil and Body hair
Topical minoxidil can cause increased body hair due to systemic absorption, varying by individual skin sensitivity. The user seeks experiences and solutions to prevent this side effect.