Fin progress between May and Sept 23 Is this regrowth? 9/8/2023
The user, EggplantAncient7506, is asking if there is an improvement in their general hair quality after using Finasteride since December 22. Replies suggest that there is an improvement.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair quality after 1 year on finasteride only (no minoxidil)
The user shared progress after one year on finasteride, noting slower results without minoxidil and using ketoconazole shampoo for dandruff. Suggestions included adding minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly seeing continued regrowth in the second year.
community 6 month update fin, min, micro-needle
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and improved hair quality after six months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and micro-needling. They reported increased libido initially but no other side effects, and they plan to continue the treatment.
community Another follow up. 2 years and 7 months on Fin and Min. For the first time in years, I can grow my hair.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) for 2 years and 7 months and topical minoxidil (5%) for about 13 years, with no side effects reported. The user noted many shedding phases but observed stronger hair regrowth each time, leading to increased confidence and positive feedback from others.
community If finasteride and dutasteride are supposed to maintain the hair that you have, then why do you go through a shedding phase?
Hair loss treatments Finasteride and Dutasteride may cause shedding, but it's a good sign as miniaturized hairs are replaced by thicker ones. Shortness of breath may be experienced from Dutasteride or oral Minoxidil.
community I thought I’d be the perfect candidate for regrowth since I only had diffuse thinning on my crown. 9 months later of Oral Min and Fin and I’m worse off than when I started.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and reducing ketoconazole shampoo due to its drying effects.
community 6,5 months on oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, with ketokonazole shampoo and dermarolling every other week.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. It is advised to continue this regimen for 12-18 months before considering any changes.
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