community Seeking Experiences: Microneedling Without Oral or Topical Treatments
Microneedling for hair loss without using Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Users discuss experiences and effectiveness of microneedling alone.
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community Some progress pics, 26M, on oral Min (4mg), Dut (0.5mg) and biotin (4mg) almost 5 months in
A 26-year-old male shared progress photos showing hair improvement after nearly 5 months on oral Minoxidil (4mg), Dutasteride (0.5mg), and biotin (4mg). The photos show noticeable hair growth over time.
community Can I start dut and ru at the same time
The user has been using finasteride for almost two years but is considering switching to dutasteride and is curious about adding RU58841. They decide to stick with dutasteride due to concerns about RU58841's safety.
community First time rapid shedding M(30) in last 6-7 months. What to do?
A 30-year-old male experienced rapid hair shedding over 6-7 months due to stress, depression, and nicotine/alcohol use, but has since stopped these habits. He seeks advice on remedies, medications, or diet changes to address hair loss.
community Starting fin/min before big event
A 29-year-old male with diffuse thinning plans to start minoxidil and finasteride soon but is concerned about potential shedding before a big event in late April/early May. He is considering whether to start treatment now or wait until after the event.
community Getting worse? Taking fin from Ro and switching to Amazon pharmacy seeing so much more hair fall is it just shedding? Or do I need to add more to my regiment? Change stuff up entirely?
The user switched from finasteride from Ro to Amazon pharmacy and noticed increased hair shedding and thinning, questioning if it's normal shedding or if they need to adjust their treatment. They have been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 6-7 months without seeing regrowth or shedding initially.
community Week 0 to week 11 of Minoxidil, Microneedling, and Nizoral (19 M)
A 19-year-old male used Minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral over 11 weeks for hair loss. The post includes before-and-after photos to show progress.
community Description on 5%foam min box says its only good for crown thinning
Minoxidil is effective for frontal hair loss, despite packaging suggesting it's for crown thinning. The user has seen results with Minoxidil from a different provider.
community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?
The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.
community Seeking Advice on Finasteride Dosage to Avoid Testicle Pain Side Effects
The user plans to resume finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but wants to reduce the finasteride dose to avoid side effects. They are considering taking 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg daily or spacing it out.
community Using 5% Minoxidil for Frontal Vellus Hair to Terminal
Using 5% minoxidil to try and convert vellus hair in the frontal area into terminal hair. Seeking advice on how to achieve this transformation.
community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride
A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.
community Considering Minoxidil After 15 Years on Finasteride: What to Expect?
A long-term finasteride user is considering adding minoxidil to address hairline thinning. They plan to use minoxidil foam due to a propylene glycol allergy and currently use Nizoral for mild dandruff.
community Do you know any alternative to Minoxidil ?
The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is seeking alternatives like Stemoxydine, Aminexil, and Redensyl + Procapil. They have been using finasteride for four years and are considering other treatments due to concerns about side effects.
community 38M on Fin & Minoxidil: Concerned About Shedding with New Growth Serum
A 38-year-old with type 4c hair has experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year. They are concerned about potential shedding from a new hair growth serum and oil product, despite their current treatment.
community Please tell me there’s actually light at the end of this tunnel.
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after starting a treatment with oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and finasteride. Other users reassure that shedding is normal and part of the process, suggesting it will lead to stronger hair growth.
community 21M: Considering Finasteride After Saw Palmetto, Concerns About Alcohol and Nicotine
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering using finasteride and minoxidil after tolerating saw palmetto without side effects. They are concerned about the impact of alcohol and nicotine on hair health and are contemplating quitting these habits.
community 7 months on 0.5 mg Dustasteride , any difference in my crown?
The user has been using 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily for 7 months, along with minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, and is unsure about hair regrowth progress. Other users note some improvement and encourage patience.
community Just had my first dermatologist appointment - unsure on Oral Minox vs Compounded Min/Fin/Tret (while already on Dut)
A 28-year-old male, previously on dutasteride for hair loss, is considering oral minoxidil or a compounded treatment of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin after noticing hairline recession. The dermatologist suggested oral minoxidil and mentioned a compounded option, but the user is unsure about its benefits compared to current treatments.
community Where to get finasteride with no insurance?
Finasteride can be purchased at competitive prices from Costco, Amazon, and Cost Plus Drugs, with GoodRx offering local deals. Splitting 5mg tablets may reduce costs if approved by a doctor.
community Considering Stopping Topical Minox While on Oral Minox and Dutasteride - Effects on Gains?
The user is using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and a topical compound with minoxidil, latanoprost, finasteride, and biotin. They are considering stopping the topical minoxidil due to lack of noticeable results on the head but are concerned about potential hair loss or shedding.
community 14 Months on Dutasteride & Minoxidil, Seeking Advice to Improve Hairline Without Transplant
The user is seeking advice on improving their hairline, currently using dutasteride 0.5mg/day and oral minoxidil 5mg/day for 14 months. They want to avoid a hair transplant and are concerned about thin hair and receding temples.
community 20F: Should I Continue Minoxidil After ED Recovery for Hair Shedding?
A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hair shedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.
community Heavy Shed Since January: Considering Dutasteride vs Current Regimen of Finasteride & Topical Minoxidil
The user is experiencing heavy hair shedding and a receding frontal area despite using finasteride and minoxidil. They are considering switching to dutasteride for better results.
community Concern About Hair Loss After Starting Minoxidil 4 Days Ago
The user is experiencing hair loss with a receding hairline and has started using minoxidil. They are concerned about increased hair shedding after discontinuing a previous lotion.
community 6+ Months of Shedding After Switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride — Is This Normal?
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil and started taking dutasteride, experiencing continuous shedding for over six months. They are concerned about the quality of the oral minoxidil and unsure if new vellus hair growth is related to the treatment.
community How can I delete a post?
The conversation is about deleting an old post on a forum, with no specific mention of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
community Switching from Oral to DIY Topical Finasteride – Will This Work?*
The user is switching from oral to DIY topical finasteride due to side effects and is using a solution with 10 mg finasteride in a 100 mL mixture. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the formula due to white sediment forming in the solution.
community Should I Cut 5mg Fin to 1.25mg or Use 0.5mg Dut?
The user is considering cutting a 5mg finasteride pill into quarters to take 1.25mg daily due to concerns about side effects. They are also contemplating using 0.5mg of dutasteride instead.
community 7.5 months post transplant results so far
The user shared their 7.5-month post-hair transplant results, mentioning they have been using finasteride and oral minoxidil. The conversation includes mixed reactions, with some users complimenting the results and others critiquing the hairstyle and presentation.