Secondary shedding, 6 months into oral minoxidil/finasteride 3mg chewables Progress Pictures 5/4/2026
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5 / 323 resultscommunity I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.
A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.
community Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil
The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.
community About 1 year of fin and min. To everybody who told me to get on fin, thank you. You saved my mental health. ❤
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, thanking others for the recommendation. Many congratulated the user, while some asked about dosages and shared their own experiences with the treatments.
community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment
Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.
community Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)
Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.
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