The user has been taking 0.25mg of oral finasteride daily for a month and is considering increasing the dose to 1/3 of a pill. They have also been using topical minoxidil for several years.
The user is concerned about whether their hair styling is causing thinning or if it's natural. They are considering treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 for hair loss.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil and anti-dandruff shampoo for six months without improvement. Suggestions include adding finasteride to the routine and considering treatments for potential scalp issues like seborrheic dermatitis.
The user is experiencing erectile dysfunction and emotional numbness, possibly due to using Dutasteride for hair loss, and is considering switching back to Finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether this change might resolve their symptoms.
A 22-year-old with advanced diffuse thinning is considering oral dutasteride after stopping finasteride due to side effects like brain fog and testicular pain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant combined with oral dutasteride and topical finasteride, noting a thick donor area.
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.
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.
A user experienced side effects from hair loss treatment and contacted HIMS, resulting in their subscription being canceled. They were taking Zinc to manage symptoms and are considering consulting a doctor.
Dutasteride can cause hair shedding, which may start around the fourth month of treatment. The user is concerned about whether this shedding is due to the medication or the progression of hair loss.
The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil in November 2024, initially saw improvement, but has experienced increased shedding since April 2025. They are concerned the treatment may not be effective anymore and seek advice.