4 years on fin and totally stopped hair loss Progress Pictures 8/29/2024
A user stopped hair loss after taking finasteride daily for four years, with minimal regrowth and no side effects. They believe stress initially caused their hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Regrowth happens slowly the same as hair loss you don’t notice it until it’s already happened
Minoxidil and finasteride together can lead to significant hair regrowth, often noticed gradually over time. Consistent use without stress is key, and while minoxidil helps regrow hair, finasteride prevents further loss.
community Guys who said fuck it and completely shaved their hair off ,and accepted being bald, how did it feel?
Many users found shaving their heads liberating and freeing from the stress of hair loss treatments like finasteride, despite concerns about attractiveness. Some embraced baldness, while others experimented with regrowth or hair transplants, but overall, acceptance led to increased confidence.
community Getting a haircut feels like a humiliation ritual when losing hair
Many people feel self-conscious about hair loss during haircuts, with some using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Others cope by cutting their own hair or finding a trusted barber to manage thinning areas.
community 7 years on oral finasteride/topical minoxidil/ket (Pics included). Losing ground... what more can I do to stop the loss and gain more hair?
A user's journey to try and stop their hair loss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.
community My story: Trying to halt diffuse hair loss for past couple of years but got acute hair fall after quitting minoxidil and finasteride on my dermatologist recommendation
A 22-year-old man experienced significant hair loss after stopping minoxidil and finasteride, causing emotional distress. He resumed these treatments and is considering dutasteride and microneedling to manage his hair loss.
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