User shared 5-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1. User also mentioned weight loss after a breakup and starting gym alongside hair loss treatment.
User reports 2 months of hair growth using Minoxidil 5% twice daily and 0.5 Finasteride once daily. Different Minoxidil brand and increased application frequency may have contributed to success.
User takes topical finasteride/minoxidil with little results, asks if microneedling helps for temple regions and if 0.5mm is enough. Replies suggest microneedling is effective and 0.5mm works, sharing personal regimens.
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
User experienced hair thinning after losing 100 lbs and started Dutasteride treatment. They faced side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and insomnia but no erectile dysfunction.
Hair loss discussion mentions fibers like toppik becoming difficult to use and questions if there's a better alternative, such as a spray or dermmatch.