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      community Latanoprost shed - anyone have experience?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hair shedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.

      community Making the jump to hair systems

      in Hair Systems  28 upvotes 4 years ago
      19-year-old with Lichen Planopilaris tried various treatments unsuccessfully. Now considering hair systems, seeking experiences and opinions.

      community Hair transplant 8 month results

      in Progress Pictures  113 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared their 8-month hair transplant results from Cosmedica, involving around 3800 grafts and topical use of Minoxidil and Finasteride since the operation. They discussed the procedure details, cost, and the possibility of a second operation for crown and touch-ups.

      community 24M – aggressive shedding, past success with mesotherapy + minoxidil, now worse than before. Unsure if I should try a combo or consider a transplant.

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 24-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair shedding despite past success with mesotherapy and minoxidil, and is considering adding treatments like Expecia, dermapen, or a hair transplant. Many suggest using finasteride to maintain hair, as it is necessary even after a transplant, and side effects are rare and reversible.

      community Crazy Journey (5 Difficult Years)

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their hair restoration journey after a botched transplant, highlighting successful results with 8000 grafts and 5mg oral minoxidil, while choosing not to use finasteride due to potential side effects. The user reported no side effects from minoxidil, except for extra body hair, and expressed satisfaction with the current results.

      community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

      in Transplants  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.

      community Success Story - Dr. Ulusan Clinlic (Post Surgery 6 Months)

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 29-year-old man had a successful hair transplant at Dr. Ulusan Clinic in Izmir, Turkey, receiving over 4600 grafts and exosome injections. He started using finasteride and minoxidil daily a month after shaving his head, which improved his confidence and outlook on life.

      community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.

      community [24 M- NW2] Should I do a transplant now?

      in General  126 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 24-year-old considering a hair transplant is currently using dutasteride for hair loss. They are unsure about proceeding with the transplant due to concerns about future hair loss and the need to shave their head for the procedure.

      community 1 Year - Post-transplant Results

      in Transplants  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old male is thrilled with his hair transplant results one year post-procedure, having used 1 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, which significantly improved his hair density. The transplanted hair is expected to be permanent, but continued use of finasteride is recommended to maintain surrounding native hair.

      community 30M Before and after hair transplant results

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 30-year-old male shared his hair transplant experience after being diagnosed with Norwood grade 5 baldness, receiving 4000 grafts, and considering another 3000 grafts due to gaps. He is using minoxidil, RCP serums, multivitamins, anti-hair fall shampoo, a derma roller, and rosemary oil, but some users suggest he should have used finasteride or dutasteride earlier.

      community Post op day 1, My 10 year journey and thoughts about hair loss, advice

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  253 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community I'm becoming non-responder to minoxidil. What's going on?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced reduced effectiveness of minoxidil after consistent use, despite using dutasteride to maintain hair. They are considering alternatives like microneedling and exploring options like hair transplants due to dissatisfaction with current hair density.

      community 4600 FUT Hair Transplant 16 month post second surgery progress

      in Transplants  3725 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user had two FUT hair transplants with 4,600 grafts for increased density, costing about $11,000 each, and has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over five years without side effects. The results are natural-looking with no visible scarring, and the user finds the procedure valuable despite the cost.

      community L Doctor criticized my fin usage and suggested minox and HT as alternatives

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A doctor criticized the use of Finasteride for hair loss, suggesting Minoxidil and a hair transplant instead, despite the patient experiencing no side effects from Finasteride. The patient disagreed, arguing that Minoxidil doesn't address the root cause and that Finasteride is necessary to protect donor hair in transplants.

      community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

      in Female  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

      community grass fed collagen worked for my alopecia

      in Female  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      A woman found that taking grass-fed collagen powder helped with her alopecia, leading to hair regrowth and reduced hair loss. She initially took it for gut issues, not hair, and also noticed improvements in arthritis and reduced bruising.

      community For those thar had a hair transplant.....

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a hair transplant 10 months ago and sees some improvement but still has thin spots. They previously used finasteride pills and now use a topical solution of minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin.

      community got my very first hair system :)

      in Hair Systems  378 upvotes 4 years ago
      User got a hair system after hair transplant and finasteride didn't meet their needs. Hair system cost $200, initial install $150, and user is satisfied with the results.