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      community 17 month finasteride update (title)

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride since November 2023, which improved their hair and confidence, and they plan to switch to dutasteride and get a hair transplant. They noticed hair thickening after 3-4 months on finasteride and are considering oral dutasteride and minoxidil for further improvement.

      community Starting on finasteride at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite concerns about potential side effects and the impact on development. The user is advised to check if puberty is complete and to consider using only minoxidil until adulthood.

      community 1.5 years of fin plus general supplements

      in Progress Pictures  108 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old man shared his 1.5-year progress using finasteride and supplements for hair loss, planning a hair transplant for further restoration. Commenters noticed significant improvement in hair quality and density from his treatment.

      community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community 20 months in… and i hate where i am

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss since April 2024 but feels their condition has worsened. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil or dutasteride for better results.

      community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.

      community Debating about taking OM at 17

      in General  103 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 17-year-old is considering using minoxidil (OM) for hair thinning but is concerned about potential side effects and hormone disruption. They plan to use rosemary oil, ketoconazole shampoo, hair peptides, microneedling, and scalp massages as part of their treatment.

      community Minoxidil&Finasteride 7 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, which significantly reversed their aging appearance. They applied Minoxidil twice daily, took 1mg Finasteride once daily, micro-needled weekly, maintained a high protein diet with vitamins and biotin, and recommended a balanced lifestyle for best results.

      community 19 years old - 3 months of min+fin

      in Progress Pictures  96 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 19-year-old has been using a regimen of 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride for three months to combat early-onset balding. The user reports some progress and plans to continue the current treatment, while others suggest considering additional treatments like dutasteride for more aggressive cases.

      community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency

      in Chat 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community Steps before starting medication

      in Treatments  336 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 31-year-old man, between Norwood 4 and 5, is considering hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is concerned about side effects. He is exploring options with doctors and considering a hair transplant, noting that some clinics require medication before and after the procedure.

      community Can Whey Protein isolate make your AGA worse?

      in Product  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Whey protein isolate may worsen androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to increase DHT levels, but finasteride use has helped maintain hair. Some users suggest avoiding protein supplements due to possible contaminants and additives that could affect hair health.

      community A little inspiration for my 18 year old balders. Left is 18 year old me right one is 24 year old me. Only propecia 1 mg daily never miss it.

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking finasteride (Propecia) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences of minimal side effects and improved hair growth over several years. The original poster emphasizes the importance of consistent use and mentions using Nizoral shampoo occasionally.

      community 2 months difference - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial side effects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community 8 months progress Before/After

      in Is this regrowth?  553 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.
      My hair loss accelerated after I (32M) turned 30

      community My hair loss accelerated after I (32M) turned 30

      in General  158 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 32-year-old male noticed accelerated hair loss after turning 30 and has been using minoxidil and finasteride with breaks, but stopped finasteride due to concerns about side effects. He is considering alternatives like topical treatments, ketoconazole shampoo, and possibly a future hair transplant.

      community 45 YO Male .5 Mg Dutasteride 1.5 mg minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1824 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 1.5 mg minoxidil after initially starting with finasteride. He reports no major side effects, except increased hair growth in unwanted areas, and attributes his success to being a good responder to the medication.