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      community Update: 4~ Months, 1mg dut, 5mg min 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is using 1mg dutasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and Nizoral, with occasional microneedling, but stopped microneedling due to scalp inflammation. They report some patchy regrowth, with stronger results at the front than the midsection.

      community Would you consider this regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old male experiencing hair thinning since age 25-26 uses minoxidil, finasteride, a red laser cap, and microneedling to promote hair growth. Users suggest reducing microneedling frequency to once a week to avoid damaging hair follicles.

      community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

      in Chat  213 upvotes 9 months ago
      Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

      community 2yrs treatment from Norwood 7 at 22 years old

      in Progress Pictures  548 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth journey from Norwood 7 at age 22 using oral minoxidil 10mg, dutasteride 0.5mg, and RU58841 70mg, along with a recent hair transplant. They experienced significant progress and discussed potential side effects, particularly with oral minoxidil, and plan to update on further growth.

      community how much hair can you transplant into your scalp

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is using finasteride and minoxidil and is considering future hair transplants. Discussions include the potential for multiple transplants, the use of body hair for coverage, and the importance of treatments like dutasteride and scalp micropigmentation for maintaining hair density.

      community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

      in Chat  220 upvotes 1 year ago
      Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

      community Did i lose my chance or do i still have a chance?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old has been using finasteride since around age 22 and is considering starting oral minoxidil due to scalp issues. They are concerned about the effectiveness of starting minoxidil at their current age and the impact of scalp redness on hair growth. Another person suggests that starting minoxidil at any time is fine but warns about the commitment required, as stopping it will result in losing regrown hair, unlike finasteride which slows hair loss progression.

      community What should I do, should I be concerned?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user began experiencing hair loss a few years ago at age 22 and is a diffuse thinner with a Norwood scale rating of 2. They have a naturally athletic build and gain muscle easily, with a hairy chest and stomach.

      community June-Dec 5.5 month progress? Fin/Min/Pyri

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss since age 17, now 29, using a daily regimen of topical Minoxidil/Finasteride, Pyrilutamide, Minoxidil, and weekly microneedling. They chose a low dose of Finasteride due to past side effects and report that Pyrilutamide has stopped hair shedding and they believe there is some regrowth and increased thickness.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  450 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Shaved at 21, time for me to move on after very little improvement from meds.

      in Shaved/buzzed  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since the age of 16 and has tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and keto 2%. Despite these efforts, there has been little improvement in hair growth. The user is considering other options such as dutasteride, perilutimide, or a hair transplant in the future, but for now, they are accepting the shaved look and focusing on personal growth and school.

      community My Progress - 56 y/o with NW7 hairloss

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 57-year-old man with severe hair loss since age 14 tried various hair loss treatments over two years, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, with some minor regrowth. He also experimented with topical treatments and microneedling, but results were not cosmetically significant.

      community Ultimate anti-DHT solution

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.

      community Bad doctors even in the USA

      in Transplants  170 upvotes 5 years ago
      Young men are advised to delay hair transplants until after age 25, using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to manage hair loss. Concerns about unethical doctors highlight the need for careful planning.

      community losing hair as a female 17-18 years old feels terrible

      in Female  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hair loss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.

      community I wish we didn’t have to live with this….

       61 upvotes 6 years ago
      The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 5 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

      community Just started my third month of fin min

      in Treatment  144 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user, aged 32, is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Vitamin D3, and magnesium. They shave their head, condition daily, and wash their hair every three weeks.

      community Finasteride In my 30s for 8 years. Off it till 50 years old. Now on testosterone.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  129 upvotes 5 days ago
      A user shared their experience of using finasteride for hair loss from ages 29 to 37, stopping due to side effects like low libido, and later starting testosterone therapy, which improved their well-being. The discussion includes various opinions on the effects of finasteride and testosterone on hair loss, libido, and overall health, with some users questioning the correlation between finasteride and low testosterone.

      community 2 year progress on Min + Fin; transplant possible?

      in Is this regrowth?  65 upvotes 1 month ago
      An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss since age 15, recently adding dutasteride and GHK-Cu, but sees no significant improvement and is considering a hair transplant. Concerns are raised about using hormone suppressors at a young age, with suggestions to explore other treatments like dermarolling, diet changes, and checking for deficiencies.

      community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.