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      community Topical Finasteride 2 year update

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reported significant improvement in hair quality and stability using topical finasteride for two years, without side effects. They later added minoxidil, which may have further enhanced hair quality.

      community My hair loss journey from February to may

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared their hair loss progress over a few months using minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. They reported reduced hair loss and plan to continue their routine, possibly increasing dosages gradually.

      community My hair loss journey and routine.

      in Progress Pictures  1197 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user successfully managed hair loss using Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a hair mask, experiencing significant hair growth and improved density. They attribute their success to consistency, improved nutrition, and a dedicated routine.

      community 4 years oral fin, 2 years oral min

      in Progress Pictures  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-year experience with oral finasteride and 2-year experience with oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting minor side effects like weaker erections and increased hair growth elsewhere. They reported significant regrowth primarily from finasteride and maintained a consistent dosage of 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily.

      community 3.5 months of treatment (fin & min)

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive progress after 3.5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting increased hair density and new growth around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects and slight initial shedding, and emphasized the importance of consistency and patience with the treatment.

      community M20 Vitamin D Deficiency and Hair Thinning

      in General  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning due to vitamin D deficiency and has completed a vitamin D prescription without seeing improvement. Suggestions include waiting a few months for potential regrowth or considering treatments like minoxidil or finasteride for androgenetic alopecia.

      community My Journey on Fin + Min (19M giving up)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old tried oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but experienced side effects like fatigue, dry eyes, and lack of motivation, leading to discontinuation. Suggestions included trying topical treatments, dutasteride, or accepting hair loss.

      community 24M — 4.5 Months Into Hair Treatment, Feeling Emotionally Drained

      in Is this regrowth?  85 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male is experiencing emotional stress from hair loss despite seeing significant progress after 4.5 months of using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, and has now switched to topical treatments. Many users encourage him to continue with the oral treatments due to his impressive results and suggest waiting at least a year before considering a hair transplant.

      community Current progress, March 3rd to May 9th.

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a treatment of Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% since March 3rd, along with microneedling once a week and a DHT blocker. They report good progress in hair growth over two months.

      community Just topical min and fin, 6 months.

      in Is this regrowth?  222 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair regrowth over six months, with positive results and minimal side effects. The user also mentions using biotin and alpecin, and discusses the benefits of topical application over oral forms.

      community Progress after 5 months of 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 Mg oral minoxidil. I am considering a transplant eventually so strengthening the base area and doner areas. Suggestions on if I should continue the dosage for sometime before opting for a transplant or should I immediately go for it?

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP is using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss and considering a hair transplant. Most users suggest waiting 1-2 years to maximize results from the medication before opting for a transplant.

      community 9 months minoxidil and finasteride update? Progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for 9 months to address hair loss, reporting slow but noticeable progress with some regrowth. They also occasionally used a dermastamp and shared photos to show their progress.

      community starting to see progress no more hats

      in Progress Pictures  467 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and increased confidence after 3 months of using 2.5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. They noticed initial shedding but saw significant improvement, allowing them to go without wearing hats.

      community NEW Creatine and DHT/Hairloss Study

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hair loss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.

      community One year and a few days—any improvement?

      in Is this regrowth?  295 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the potential for hair regrowth. Many suggest considering a hair transplant for the persistent bald spot, while others recommend additional treatments like derma rolling and microneedling.

      community Stoped minoxidil 5 weeks ago and still bloated

      in Minoxidil  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil 5 weeks ago due to facial swelling, which initially subsided but then returned. Despite a healthy lifestyle and normal test results, the user is concerned about the persistent bloating.

      community Hair Growth Progress Reversed. Help.

      in Treatments  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth with oral Minoxidil, dandruff shampoo, topical Nanoxidil, and Revita Shampoo but lost progress after stopping Nanoxidil temporarily. They are now using topical Nanoxidil and oral dutasteride but are experiencing increased shedding and are unsure whether to continue or revert to their original regimen.

      community 22M - Doctor Said Hair Loss From Stress, Minoxidil Helped But Now It’s Back Worse. What Now?

      in General  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss, initially attributed to stress, found temporary relief with minoxidil but faced increased shedding after stopping and restarting the treatment. The advice given suggests the hair loss may be due to androgenic alopecia rather than stress, recommending consistent use of minoxidil and considering finasteride, with a suggestion to seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.

      community Ik I’ll get hate but I’ll say it anyway

      in Chat  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A clean diet, including cutting sugar, gluten, and dairy, improved hair health and reduced shedding for a user on oral minoxidil and finasteride, but reverting to an old diet worsened hair condition. While diet impacts hair health, genetic factors and treatments like topical ketoconazole and hydrocortisone are also important for managing hair loss.

      community I’ve been on Finasteride for 6.5 months. (5 months on 0.2mg and 1.5 months on 0.5mg) Here are the progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  183 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, starting with 0.25 mg daily and increasing to 0.5 mg, experiencing improved hair quality and no significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil due to convenience and health reasons, and they noticed progress in hair growth, particularly at the crown, after about 4 months.

      community been using fake minoxidil for almost 2 years

      in Minoxidil  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discovered they had been using fake minoxidil for almost two years, which stopped working, and switched to finasteride, which slowed hair loss. They recently started using real minoxidil and noticed a shedding phase, indicating it might be effective.

      community Another update on my hair revival

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing hair regrowth after six months of using oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They report less shedding and healthier hair, with some side effects like GERD due to weight gain.

      community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

      in Female  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

      community One year into a healthier hair routine

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user improved hair health using natural products and plans to start using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma stamping for further hairline improvement. They wash hair weekly with Sweet Ginger shampoo and use Bamboo Charcoal for deep cleansing, while conditioning twice a week.