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      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community Thinking about adding PRP - any real downsides?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.
      Day 1: starting out

      community Day 1: starting out

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is starting a hair loss treatment regimen using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They shared a progress picture from the beginning of their treatment.

      community About to be two years of progress

      in Update  170 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, noting improvements in eyebrows and eyelashes as well. Despite challenges, including a divorce and mental health struggles, the user is grateful for the progress and support from the community.

      community 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains

      in Update  115 upvotes 10 months ago
      Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.

      community Is my brother balding or am I delusional?

      in Satire  937 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, nizoral shampoo, and various unconventional methods. It also includes jokes about hairlines and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.

      community Don't give up on finasteride folks

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community 10 months of topical fin/min progress

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 10 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermarolling and specific shampoos. Some users suggested switching to oral treatments for better results, while others noted visible improvements in hair thickness and regrowth.

      community Minox for a year + microneedling for a month

      in Is this regrowth?  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for a year and started microneedling recently, but is unsure about hair regrowth and is considering starting finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Other users suggest that combining minoxidil with a DHT blocker like finasteride is necessary for better results, as minoxidil alone may not be effective long-term.

      community Duta 2,5mg/day - No Progress - 28M

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.

      community How come some guys are half bald yet their hair is so healthy?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning and frizzy hair has been using finasteride for nine months and is seeking advice on improving hair quality. Suggestions include using conditioners, biotin, rosemary oil, and addressing scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, while finasteride may help reverse miniaturization and improve hair health.

      community 5 months progress on Min and Fin

      in Progress Pictures  176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after increasing their dosage of minoxidil to 5mg daily and finasteride to 5mg three times a week. They reported noticeable improvements within five months and encouraged others to consider this treatment.

      community Bloodflow/Natural Remedies for receding hairline

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male successfully stopped hair loss and improved hair density using red light therapy, saw palmetto, vitamins, L-Arginine, fish oil, derma rolling, and specific shampoos, after experiencing negative effects from minoxidil and finasteride. He emphasizes focusing on blood flow and natural remedies, noting significant improvements in hair and beard fullness.

      community 14 months into fin + min and my hair is way worse than before

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.

      community 4 months using Finasteride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 5%

      in Progress Pictures  685 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral Minoxidil 5mg and Finasteride 1mg, with users sharing their experiences and progress. The original poster reports no side effects and noticeable progress after four months of treatment.

      community I could just be fooling myself here but

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using a combination of oral finasteride, a minoxidil/finasteride topical spray, and dermarolling. They plan to continue this regimen and may consider adding dutasteride if needed.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community 10 months Fin 1mg & micro needling

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 10-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and micro-needling, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They plan to add oral minoxidil to boost hair density.

      community Progress photo shy of 1.5 years

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared a progress photo after 1.5 years of using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral shampoo and conditioner 2-3 times weekly, and derma stamping bi-weekly. The post is categorized under "Progress Pictures."

      community Finasteride gains continue well into year 5

      in Chat  118 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can continue to improve hair loss for up to 10 years, with the best results seen when started early. Combining treatments like minoxidil, dermarolling, or RU58841 may enhance effectiveness.

      community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

      in Progress Pictures  252 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.