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      19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      community 19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      in General  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil since December, with initial success, but has experienced hair thinning and loss since May. Despite using microneedling and tretinoin cream to enhance minoxidil, his dermatologist advised using only minoxidil, causing concern about worsening hair loss.

      community Small personal success with fin and microneedling

      in Chat  29 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 29-year-old man experienced significant hair thickening at the front and top after using finasteride and microneedling for two months, as noticed by his hairdresser. He used 0.5 mg/day of finasteride orally, switched to a topical solution, and performed microneedling with a Derminator2 every 6-7 days.

      community Growth stimulants worth a damn besides minox?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiences side effects from minoxidil and is considering alternatives like stemoxydine and adenosine for hair regrowth and density, but finds options like caffeine and various oils unreliable. They are also using a 5AR inhibitor (finasteride).

      community My turn to come out and show. I think it might be improving.

      in Progress Pictures  425 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair density after starting 1mg finasteride in February and 2.5mg oral minoxidil two months ago, along with 10mg biotin daily. They initially used topical minoxidil but switched to oral due to application difficulties and have seen improvements without significant side effects.

      community Hairline regrowth without HT, what are my options?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using multiple topical treatments including Minoxidil, RU58841, and Spironolactone, along with supplements, to address hair loss and is considering starting oral Minoxidil. They plan to begin oral finasteride soon after experiencing side effects from topical dutasteride.

      community 6-Month Progress Update: Fin & Min

      in Is this regrowth?  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old experienced hair regrowth using a daily regimen of 5% minoxidil spray and 1mg oral finasteride over six months, with no side effects. The user noticed slow but positive progress, especially in the temple area, and plans to continue the treatment as advised by their doctor.

      community 4.5 months topical finasteride and topical min. Same length

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride and minoxidil, with users debating the effectiveness and honesty of progress pictures. Some users claim significant regrowth, while others argue about the influence of lighting and angles on perceived results.

      community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.
      21M - Shedding a lot, thinning?

      community 21M - Shedding a lot, thinning?

      in Basic Questions  51 upvotes 20 hours ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding and thinning, particularly in the middle section, and is seeking advice. Suggested treatments include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community 2 months progress on topical fin and min.

      in Is this regrowth?  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement after two months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, despite initial heavy shedding. They used 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil once daily, and obtained the products from Hims.

      community 11 month progress on oral min/fin

      in Progress Pictures  424 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a daily capsule containing 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and 10mg biotin, with noticeable results after 3-4 months. They reported a decrease in libido as a side effect and considered switching to minoxidil only, but were advised against it.

      community Homeopathy WORKS!! M[20] 6 month's treatment

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male with diffuse androgenetic alopecia tried homeopathy for hair regrowth but saw limited results due to inconsistency and is considering switching to minoxidil and finasteride. Despite some baby hair growth, hair fall hasn't stopped, and he believes more time and consistency might be needed.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst man

      in Chat  248 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.

      community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.

      community M(23) 5 months of using Fin and Min

      in Progress Pictures  66 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 23-year-old has been using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil daily for five months to address hair thinning, with plans to resume dermarolling. They experienced minimal shedding and are considering switching to daily finasteride for better results.

      community Use minoxidil & finasteride. It works.

      in Minoxidil  555 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hairlines and reduce balding, though some users report side effects like reduced libido. Consistent use over 1-2 years leads to significant hair regrowth, with some users also using skincare and biotin for added benefits.

      community 9 months progress on fin and min

      in Is this regrowth?  384 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared 9 months of progress using 1 mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, showing photos from different stages. Encouragement was given to continue the treatment.

      community Thinking of getting more aggressive with my w

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 31-year-old man using finasteride for a year is considering adding oral minoxidil or switching to topical minoxidil to address diffuse thinning, while also using a scalp massager and ketoconazole shampoo. Concerns include cardiovascular side effects, pet safety with topical minoxidil, and cost of telehealth services.

      community Alternatives/unorthodox hairloss protocols to the big three

      in Chat  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hair loss treatments, including RU58841, nandrolone, and dianabol, as well as theoretical approaches involving high doses of estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators. These methods are considered extreme and potentially harmful but are explored for those unable to tolerate traditional 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.