A user shared their five-year experience with finasteride for hairloss, noting positive results and no side effects. The discussion included debates on potential side effects like erectile dysfunction and the treatment's effectiveness.
Men losing hair at a younger age, with theories including lifestyle factors like diet, pollution, and technology use. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil and finasteride.
A young person is experiencing aggressive hairloss and not responding well to minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, hair systems, lifestyle changes, or considering a wig.
The user began experiencing hairloss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.
A user shared their 3-year progress using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting significant hair regrowth and some side effects like bloating, seborrheic dermatitis, and water retention. The user is happy with the results, noting improvements in both the crown and hairline.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.
A user shared their hairloss transformation using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and DermaStamp, showing significant improvement over time. They noted quitting DermaStamp due to laziness and attributed past poor results to heavy smoking.
A 26-year-old has seen hair regrowth in 4.5 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and recently RU58841 on the temples. Suggestions include adding weekly microneedling to improve results.
A user shared their experience with male pattern baldness and accepting baldness after shaving their head at age 29. Some responses suggest treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others discuss acceptance and personal experiences with hairloss.
The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hairloss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.
A 24-year-old had an FUE hair transplant in Liverpool at age 23, after starting finasteride at 20 to halt hairloss. The transplant involved 3000 grafts, and the user is satisfied with the results, noting increased confidence and no further hairline recession.
The user is considering adjusting tretinoin strength to enhance minoxidil effectiveness, questioning whether to use 0.025% or 0.01% instead of 0.05% due to increased hair shedding. They have been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral, and are contemplating reintroducing microneedling.
The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.
A 17-year-old is stressed about mild male pattern baldness and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about starting finasteride too young. Users suggest starting with minoxidil and considering finasteride at 18, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a doctor and not obsessing over hairloss.
A 33-year-old attempted hair regrowth after 10 years of baldness using topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, a laser cap, and later oral dutasteride. They noticed some regrowth, especially vellus hairs, and are considering a hair transplant or other treatments despite side effects.
The user is concerned about starting finasteride due to ongoing body development and seeks alternatives to maintain hair until age 25. They are considering options other than finasteride for hairloss management.
Early hairloss causes emotional distress, and common coping strategies like fitness and fashion are inadequate. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair systems, and scalp micropigmentation were tried but were unsatisfactory.
Finasteride is recommended for hairloss starting at age 17, with some users suggesting starting even earlier. Minoxidil is also suggested as an option, while lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are noted as beneficial for health but not effective for slowing genetic hairloss.
A woman experienced significant hairloss due to medication, hair coloring, and heat damage, leading her to shave her head and feel distressed. She is considering using wigs and possibly oral minoxidil to manage the situation while her hair regrows.
A 28-year-old is considering using topical 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil spray to prevent further hairline recession. They are unsure if this treatment is too drastic for their current level of hairloss and seek advice on application methods.
A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.
A 41-year-old shared 15 months of hairloss progress using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, and weekly derma rolling or stamping, reporting no side effects. The treatments are working slowly but effectively.
A 22-year-old who had a hair transplant and is on medication has nice hair, which was complimented by their grandmother. Another person is 8 months post-transplant and taking dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin but hasn't seen results yet.
The user shared their 18-month hairloss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
Hairloss discussion mentions Native Americans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facial hair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inherited different genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hairloss.
A 43-year-old user's progress pictures showing their results from taking Finasteride and Dutasteride for 13 months, along with 5% Minoxidil topical treatment for hairloss over the course of two years. Other users shared experiences and advice about using these treatments to reverse hairloss.
The user used Kirkland brand minoxidil foam twice daily for a year and noticed initial progress, but feels they might be losing progress or experiencing shedding. They are considering starting finasteride but prefer to avoid it and are seeking hair styling advice.