A journey to treat hair loss with Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as dermarolling and low level laser cap treatments. They have been documenting the progress over 7 months since the start of their journey.
A user experienced continuous hair shedding for six months after using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They switched to minoxidil gel and oral finasteride 1 mg due to scalp itchiness and are seeking advice on their situation.
A 19-year-old transgender individual is experiencing worsening temple recession despite taking female hormones and 1.25mg finasteride. They are seeking advice on additional treatments to address hair loss.
The conversation is about someone experiencing continued hair loss despite using Pyrilutamide and considering the need for more time or better quality control for the treatment. Another person suggests waiting for the drug to be officially approved due to potential quality issues with current products.
A dermatologist prescribed 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, advising against continuous use beyond 6 weeks. Users discussed potentially using the 1% version regularly, with a recommendation of 1 or 2 times a week.
The user is experiencing continued hair thinning despite taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for over a year and is hesitant to try Minoxidil due to potential side effects and inconsistency. Suggestions include trying topical Minoxidil once a day, considering oral Minoxidil, and possibly getting a skin biopsy to determine the type of hair loss.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.
The user has been using 5ar inhibitors for 3 years to combat hair loss, starting with Finasteride and then switching to Dutasteride. They also use topical Minoxidil and microneedling as part of their routine, and have seen improvements in their hairline.
A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.
The user continues to experience hair loss despite using dutasteride 2.5mg, minoxidil 5mg, and ciclopirox shampoo, and plans to reassess after one year. Others report similar issues with dutasteride, with some switching to finasteride or adding RU58841.
The user has been experiencing continuous hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
PP405 shows promise for hair growth but may need continuous use like Minoxidil. Current treatments include Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with skepticism about a true cure due to financial interests.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced continuous shedding but is now seeing some regrowth. Others shared similar experiences, noting that shedding can continue but hair often improves over time with dutasteride.
OP switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride and experienced continuous hair shedding after 7 months but noticed no reduction in hair density. Other users advised patience, noting similar experiences and eventual hair improvement.
The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride but continues to experience hair thinning. They are considering adding RU58841 or dutasteride to their regimen for better results.
The user has been on finasteride for a year but continues to experience hair loss and side effects like low libido and sensitive nipples. They are considering stopping the treatment and possibly buzzing their head due to the lack of improvement and ongoing issues.
The user has been on oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 16 months but continues to experience hair miniaturization. They previously used oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil with success for 7 years and are now seeking advice on whether to switch back to topicals, adjust dosages, or consider other treatments like topical anti-androgens or Estradiol.
The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 5.5 months but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are concerned about the ongoing shedding despite a brief period of reduced hair loss after switching Finasteride brands.
A 26-year-old has been using Dutasteride and Minoxidil for nearly a year but continues to experience hair loss. They are seeking suggestions for other treatments or considering a hair transplant.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for 7-8 months but continues to experience hair shedding and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to make this change or wait longer.
The user has been using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5% spray for 19 months but continues to experience hair shedding and has not seen improvement with ketoconazole or tretinoin. They are considering a hair transplant in the future while maintaining current treatments.
The user has been taking 1mg oral finasteride daily for six months but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are considering whether to continue with finasteride or ask their doctor about switching to dutasteride.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for five years but continues to experience hair thinning and density loss. They are considering switching to dutasteride for potentially better results.
The user has been using Finasteride for over four months to treat androgenetic alopecia but continues to experience hair loss and thinning. They recently started using Minoxidil and are considering switching to Dutasteride due to concerns about Finasteride's effectiveness.
A user has been using Topical Finasteride and Minoxidil for 10 months but continues to shed over 200 hairs daily, with minimal improvement. They are seeking advice on whether increasing the finasteride dose might help.
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil and started taking dutasteride, experiencing continuous shedding for over six months. They are concerned about the quality of the oral minoxidil and unsure if new vellus hair growth is related to the treatment.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and started oral minoxidil, experiencing continuous hair shedding for 7-8 months, which is longer than expected. They are considering switching back to finasteride due to the persistent shedding.
The user has been using finasteride for 10 months, experiencing continuous shedding since month 3, and is also using minoxidil, derma stamping, and keto shampoo. They are concerned about hair density loss and seeking advice on whether to continue finasteride.
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.