community 18M who noticed retreat at around the age of 17.5
An 18-year-old is concerned about hair loss and seeks advice on stopping it. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
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180-210 / 1000+ results community 18M Using Finasteride and Minoxidil: No Improvement in Hair Density Since February
An 18-year-old using finasteride since February and minoxidil since July has not seen improvement in hair density. They are advised to continue treatment as results can take up to a year, and to consider other options if no change occurs after a full year.
community 18M with Hair Loss: Topical Min and Fin Side Effects
An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and side effects from using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are seeking advice on managing hair loss and side effects, including reduced libido and dry scalp.
community 18M who noticed hairline retreat at 17.5
An 18-year-old noticed hairline retreat at 17.5 and is seeking advice on whether to accept baldness or try treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. They are concerned about safety and effectiveness at their age.
community 18M with Heavy Hairfall: Add Minoxidil/Finasteride or Continue Serum?
An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss is considering using minoxidil and finasteride after minimal growth with a serum containing procapil, redensyl, rosemary, anagain, and aminexil. A suggestion was made to consult a doctor and consider using finasteride and minoxidil if androgenetic alopecia is diagnosed.
community Finasteride not working (18M)
An 18-year-old is concerned that finasteride hasn't stopped his hair loss after several months. Suggestions include giving it more time, combining it with minoxidil, and consulting a dermatologist.
community Long term take(15-20y) 2.5mg oral minoxidil safe?
An 18-year-old is considering taking 2.5mg oral minoxidil for 15-20 years alongside dutasteride and finasteride. They are concerned about the long-term safety and effectiveness of minoxidil in maintaining hair stability.
community 18M Seeking Norwood Classification for My Hairline with Photos
An 18-year-old is seeking advice on their hair loss pattern and potential treatments. They are considering using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community 18M This might be pretty cooked
An 18-year-old noticed significant hairline recession and is concerned about further hair loss. They plan to improve their lifestyle and are advised to use finasteride and minoxidil and consult a dermatologist.
community 18M: Side Effects After 3 Months on Topical Finasteride
An 18-year-old using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing side effects like delayed ejaculation and lower sex drive after three months. They are considering whether to continue with the treatment or adjust it, possibly switching back to minoxidil.
community 18M Diffuse Thinning on 1.5mg Oral Minoxidil, Avoiding Finasteride Due to Side Effects
An 18-year-old started taking 1.5 mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse thinning but is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects. They are questioning if minoxidil alone will be effective.
community 18M in India Seeking Dutasteride Prescription for Aggressive Hair Loss
An 18-year-old in India is seeking a dutasteride prescription for aggressive hair loss, as family members are bald by age 20. Local doctors advised against it, so they are considering using Indian telemedicine apps for a prescription.
community 18M Experiencing Shedding and Side Effects on Finasteride 0.25mg ED
An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil since March 2024 with good results but experienced sexual side effects from topical finasteride and oral finasteride, leading to stress and heavy hair shedding. They are concerned about the side effects of finasteride, potential initial shedding, and whether stopping finasteride will worsen hair loss.
community 18M: Hair Loss Worsened After 1 Year on Minoxidil, Post-Surgery Concerns
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hair loss.
community 18M Starting Minoxidil (5mg Foam), Can I Use Once Daily?
An 18-year-old male plans to start using minoxidil (5mg foam) and finasteride for hair loss. He is concerned about the effectiveness of using minoxidil once a day instead of the recommended twice daily.
community 18m 2.5 mg dut + topical min + 5 mg injectable ghk-cu progress. caught agressive loss early seemingly. may i have a few more years of handsomeness upon me.
An 18-year-old is using a high-dose treatment for hair loss, including 2.5 mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and injectable GHK-Cu, despite minimal hair loss. Many users suggest reducing the dutasteride dose due to potential side effects and recommend starting with finasteride instead.
community 18M Considering Minoxidil for Thinning Corners, Style Advice?
An 18-year-old is considering using minoxidil for thinning hair at the corners and is cautious about starting finasteride. They are also seeking style advice, with suggestions that fringes can help cover thinning areas.
community 18M Unsure About Topical vs. Oral Fin After Shedding, Started Feb 2024
An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.
community 18M Noticing Top Scalp Thinning - Should I Start Min/Fin?
An 18-year-old is concerned about hair thinning and is considering starting Minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to begin these treatments.
community 18M: Thinning at 17, Hair Loss Concern on Back and Sides, Inflammation Question
An 18-year-old noticed hair thinning at 17, started finasteride 5 months ago, and saw shedding stop but no regrowth. They suspect male pattern baldness due to family history and are concerned about thinning on the back and sides, possibly due to inflammation.
community Almost 9 months on only finasteride. 18M. Is this progress?
An 18-year-old is using finasteride for hair loss prevention despite having a healthy hairline. Opinions are mixed, with some advising against its use at his age and others supporting his proactive approach.
community In search of help and advices (18M)
An 18-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and considering treatments like scalp massages, vitamin D supplements, Minoxidil, and dermarolling to improve hair density while maintaining blonde hair. They are concerned about potential hair darkening from Minoxidil and seek advice on preserving their hair color and health.
community Am I a good candidate for finasteride? (Bloodwork) 18M NW2
An 18-year-old with Norwood 2 hair loss is considering finasteride treatment. Bloodwork shows testosterone and hormone levels mostly within normal ranges, except for low estradiol.
community 18M, should i hop on oral finasteride or continue what im doing rn?
An 18-year-old male experiencing hair loss since 2023 is using minoxidil, microneedling, and topical finasteride. He is considering switching to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
community 4 months of regrowth. Feeling confident w/ my results.
An 18-year-old is experiencing positive hair regrowth results using 2.5mg minoxidil, 0.5mg finasteride daily, and dermarolling twice a week. They are satisfied with the progress and hope for continued improvement.
community How can I tell when I’m old enough to take Finasteride?
An 18-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and is considering starting finasteride treatment but is concerned about its effects on puberty and development. They previously tried finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are seeking advice on when it's safe to resume.
community How’s this progress looking? (18yo, 3.5m min, 2m fin)
An 18-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, with concerns about uneven temple progress. They have been on minoxidil for 3.5 months and finasteride for 2 months.
community Confused as a 18M who has been experiencing thinning for around 3 years
An 18-year-old male experiencing hair thinning for three years seeks advice on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. He is frustrated with the situation and wants to take action without resorting to shaving his head.
community Is it possible to quit min and keep using fin without permanent damage?
An 18-year-old male is considering stopping minoxidil on the crown while continuing finasteride due to increased shedding and concerns about thinning. He seeks advice on safely switching to using minoxidil only on the hairline without risking permanent crown thinning.
community Dermatologist or online consult for finasteride prescription?
An 18-year-old experiencing aggressive hair loss is considering whether to obtain a finasteride prescription through an online consult to save money instead of visiting a dermatologist. The user is seeking advice on the cost-effectiveness of these options.