A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hairshedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.
Castor oil's effectiveness for male pattern baldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hairshedding with coconut oil.
This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil to treat hair loss for two weeks, and experienced an intense shed. The replies offer advice on how to manage their shedding, such as shaving their head or using Finasteride, and encouragement that the results will be worth it in the end.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for over 6 months, experiencing decreased shedding and denser hair, and is considering adding Minoxidil to their regimen. They also addressed a past vitamin D deficiency with supplements and are hopeful for continued hair regrowth.
A 20-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. He experienced no side effects, saw results within weeks, and despite occasional shedding, his hair grew back thicker and in previously bald spots.
A 26-year-old male experienced positive results using 1mg Finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with reduced shedding and scalp itch. He reported no significant side effects and recommends early treatment for those in the initial stages of hair loss.
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This user was discussing their progress with hair loss treatments including 5mg oral Minoxidil and combining 3mg oral Minoxidil with MTF HRT. They also discussed side effects of increased bodyhair in other parts of the body.
A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hairshedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is male pattern baldness and DHT-related.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW6 diffuse to NW1 after 5 months of finasteride and 2 months of dutasteride. Another user asked if these treatments affected beard or bodyhair thickness.
The user shared their 6-month progress using Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, and 15 mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss. They reported visible results, no side effects, and increased bodyhair, despite concerns from others about the high dosage and potential health risks.
This conversation is about a user who used finasteride and minoxidil over the course of three years to treat their hair loss, and they achieved great results. They experienced severe shedding when first beginning treatment but eventually saw very noticeable results after one year.
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This conversation discussed the user's successful results from 5 weeks of taking an oral minoxidil medication and their experience with hairshedding while using it in combination with finasteride.
The conversation is about someone's positive experience with 0.5 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss, noting potential contributions from vitamins and health improvements. Side effects and observations from others include watery semen and questions about hair regrowth and shedding phases.
The user shared progress pictures after 2.5 years of using oral minoxidil (5mg daily) and finasteride (1mg daily) for hair loss, noting significant improvements over time. They experienced normal shedding and some beard growth, with no negative side effects reported.
A 23-year-old user shared progress pictures after 12 months of using 1.25mg finasteride daily, reporting reduced hairshedding and considering adding 2.5mg oral minoxidil for further improvement. The discussion includes potential side effects of oral minoxidil, with users advising caution and monitoring under medical supervision.
The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.
Baldness is difficult to cure because current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil only prevent hairshedding, and new developments are mostly ineffective. Botox shows potential in aiding skin regeneration and hair growth, but maintenance therapy with treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil may still be necessary.
The user has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for over 8 months, experiencing significant hairshedding and loss of density, and is considering switching to topical dutasteride. They are hesitant to switch due to potential shedding but plan to wait until the 12-month mark before making a decision.
The user started taking oral finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg) on September 27th, seeing significant improvement in the crown area but not the hairline, with no major side effects except increased bodyhair. They are considering a hair transplant after a year to address the hairline.
The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride and 6 drops of minoxidil orally per day for five months, experiencing increased hairshedding but also noticing denser and fuller hair according to friends. Despite the shedding, the user is happy with the progress and has not experienced significant side effects, though they caution against the risks of taking minoxidil orally.
A person has been using 1mg Finasteride for 20 years with no side effects but is now noticing temple thinning and is considering oral Minoxidil, despite concerns about heart health and bodyhair growth. They are consulting a doctor about possibly taking 1.25 to 2.5 mg of oral Minoxidil.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and bodyhair improvements.
A user experienced decreased free testosterone levels after three months of using finasteride, despite positive results in hairshedding reduction. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and plan to conduct further blood tests, including checking SHBG levels, to understand the hormonal changes.
A 19-year-old is using topical minoxidil 7% and finasteride 0.1% foam, along with a laser cap, to combat hair loss. They report progress despite initial shedding and are considering switching to oral finasteride in the future for convenience.
The user stopped finasteride for three months to try for a baby but continued using minoxidil and micro-needling. They are concerned about hairshedding and plan to resume finasteride after the baby is born.
A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hairshedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.
The user stopped using minoxidil due to headaches, which returned upon resuming the treatment, leading to hairshedding concerns. Alternatives like finasteride and diluted minoxidil were suggested by others experiencing similar side effects.
The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.
A 40-year-old used minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for one year, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth despite initial shedding. They believe having more hair is beneficial for dating at their age and also recommend staying fit, eating well, and sleeping over 8 hours.
A user shared their 7-month progress using 1mg daily Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg daily oral Minoxidil for diffuse unpatterned alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth with reduced shedding and no side effects. They experienced a severe initial shed but now have visual improvement, despite hair still being thinner than before.