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      community What norwood is it? Don't sugarcoat it.

      in Satire  204 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride might help with hair regrowth, but a hair transplant may be necessary for significant improvement. The conversation humorously discusses the severity of hair loss, comparing it to various exaggerated Norwood scale levels.

      community Started fin/min but not getting enough

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old male started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamin D for hair loss but noticed worsening thinning and white patches on his temples. He seeks advice on improving his regimen, which includes topical minoxidil and a shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.

      community 8.5 fin progress!

      in Update  56 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after 8.5 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and initially Biotin, with a 50% reduction in the balding crown area. They are considering either a hair transplant for further improvement or embracing a bald look, feeling confident they could pull it off.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.

      community 7 months progress. fin 1.25 mg, oral min 2.5 mg, keto shampoo, micro-needling once per month. M/32

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 7-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride 1.25 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, ketoconazole shampoo, and monthly micro-needling, noting denser hair and improved quality but no significant regrowth. They experienced mild testicular discomfort and heart palpitations, considering switching to topical minoxidil to avoid side effects.

      community After 7 years on minoxidil 5% foam how bad is it? (28 year old male)

      in Is this regrowth? 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.

      community 6 months aggressive treatment for hair loss

      in Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hair loss classification.

      community there's some improvement here?

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, showing improvement after starting finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil 5%, and microneedling. They are curious about their degree of baldness and why their hair has thinned.

      community Topical fin 0.025%, min 5% - 2,5 months progress

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical finasteride 0.025% and minoxidil 5% twice daily, seeing initial improvement but later experiencing shedding and scalp pain. They are considering increasing the finasteride dose to 0.05% while using keto shampoo and dermarolling, and are debating the effectiveness of low versus standard doses of finasteride.

      community 6.5 months 0.5-1.5mg d/Dut and 5-10mg OM. Have I regressed?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using various hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling, but feels they may have lost hair and is considering a hair transplant. They are advised to stick to one treatment for 6-12 months to see results, as frequent changes may hinder progress.

      community 0-5 months: almost perfect hair regrowth. But now, after ten months….

      in Update  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth with topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, but later faced severe hair shedding after stopping dermarolling and reducing ketoconazole use. Suggestions included switching to oral treatments, resuming dermarolling, and considering lifestyle changes.

      community 32M, 5 year progress pictures

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.

      community Balding since 2023, topical fin+keto+min since early 2025

      in General  118 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is stressed about hair loss and is using a HIMS topical treatment containing finasteride, ketoconazole, minoxidil, and biotin, but is concerned about the oily appearance it causes. They are considering switching to Rogaine (minoxidil) due to budget constraints and side effect concerns with oral finasteride.

      community Is there any chance of improvement?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing severe hair loss since 16 is using a treatment regimen of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical solution, 3% procapil hair serum, and 0.5 mg dutasteride daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness and potential shedding phase, with advice suggesting noticeable changes in 6 to 8 months.

      community Treatment prognosis, 22M

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 22-year-old male with hair loss is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling after being diagnosed with MPB, vitamin D deficiency, and dandruff. He seeks advice on whether these treatments can realistically improve his hair density and achieve a healthier NW2.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community How is scalp sensitivity even measured?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      There are no tests to determine genetic follicle sensitivity for hair loss, and conclusions are based on hypothetical or post-balding observations. Finasteride is mentioned as an easy, consistent treatment option compared to natural treatments.

      community My 2 Year Hairloss Experience

      in Update  11 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss improvement using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermastamping over two years, progressing from a diffuse NW3-3.5 to a thicker NW2.5. They advise starting treatment early, enduring shedding phases, and avoiding excessive time on forums.

      community 12 months of progress (min+ fin)

      in Progress Pictures  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss progress after 12 months using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. Goal is to maintain and improve hair until old enough for hair transplant.

      community Scalp Psoriasis and Fin/Min options?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user with scalp psoriasis and hair loss is hesitant to use topical minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about psoriasis and potential side effects. They are considering alternatives like pumpkin seed and saw palmetto.

      community 9 Months update - smp/min/fin/keto/derm

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.

      community 7 month progress. From a slap head to a forehead. (32M)

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 32-year-old male shares his 7-month hair regrowth progress using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling every four days, 1.5% ketoconazole shampoo every three days, and zinc and vitamin D supplements initially. He applies minoxidil primarily to his temples and hairline, avoiding the crown, and reports significant improvement in diffusive thinning.

      community Aggressive Hair Loss Journal For The Boys

      in Update  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male with a family history of early baldness documents his hair loss journey, using finasteride, dutasteride, and Nizoral, along with lifestyle changes like weightlifting and a vertical diet. Despite some stabilization, he continues to experience thinning and remains determined to fight hair loss.

      community Comeback form NW7?

      in Progress Pictures  58 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their aggressive hair loss treatment regimen, which includes daily use of Avodart (dutasteride) and Minoxidil, bi-weekly use of Davines Purifying shampoo, and almost daily use of Ducray Anaphase+ shampoo, along with supplements like vitamin D3, collagen, biotin, and zinc. They also use a dermastamp every 10 days and are considering a hair transplant for increased density, followed by a switch to finasteride and Minoxidil foam.

      community My baby is balding! (Norwood 7)

      in Satire  1164 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about a baby with hair loss using adult hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, as well as dermarolling, scalp massages, and plans for PRP sessions. Suggestions include various other treatments and humorous advice, reflecting the satire of the situation.
      Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      community Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user began experiencing hair loss 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.