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      community 6 months in: Possible changes to treatment plan

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been on a hair loss treatment for 6 months using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, with slight improvement noted by his dermatologist. He is considering adding topical spironolactone, switching to dutasteride, increasing minoxidil dosage, or trying PRP injections for better results.

      community Progress, but declining? Just 20

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing rapid hairline decline and is considering seeing a dermatologist or using minoxidil. They have been using coconut and rosemary oil but are concerned due to family history of baldness.

      community Can I just start taking these spironolactone on my own?

      in Female  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering starting spironolactone for hair loss without consulting a dermatologist, as previous dermatologists only recommended biotin, vitamins, or PRP. The user notes that spironolactone is affordable in their country.

      community My doc asked me to use this, I'm 17

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss due to hard water was advised by a dermatologist to use a treatment containing Minoxidil and vitamins. A respondent confirmed the treatment's safety but warned that discontinuing Minoxidil could worsen hair loss.

      community Serenoa Repens (saw palmetto) + plus biotin

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.

      community Oral Castor Oil and your experience

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning after using oral castor oil for hair loss. Other users suggested seeing a dermatologist and noted that castor oil is typically used for constipation.

      community Whats this thing on my scalp I tried killing it for over a year with salicylic acid and freeze off but it doesn’t help. Could this thing affect my follicles ? My hairloss started when this thing grew and minoxidil and fin haven’t been doing anything any other treatments?

      in Minoxidil  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's scalp issue that may be causing their hair loss and potential treatments, such as salicylic acid, finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and visiting a dermatologist.

      community 14 year old struggling with hair loss

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 14-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and was prescribed Aminexil by a dermatologist. They are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community Prescribed Finasteride at 18, anyone else similar ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      An 18-year-old started taking finasteride for early-stage hair loss, prescribed by a dermatologist who advised against waiting due to potential follicle loss. The conversation includes differing opinions on starting finasteride early, with some users sharing personal experiences and concerns about potential side effects.

      community M-29 Facing Hairloss and Thinning

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is starting a hair loss treatment with Minoxidil (5 mg oral and 10% topical), Dutasteride, and Zinc, and is concerned about the high dosages. Other users suggest following the dermatologist's advice, starting with topical treatments, and discussing dosage concerns with the doctor.

      community Almost 6 months in minoxidil / finastride

      in Minoxidil  166 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 2.5 mg minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride prescribed by a dermatologist, with no negative side effects reported. The progress has inspired others to try similar treatments for hair loss.

      community Need advice on Dutastedride Usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user in their mid-20s is considering using oral Dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, alongside topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, biotin, and zinc for hair loss. Other users suggest Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride for regrowth, despite not being approved for hair loss in the U.S.
      21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options

      community 21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options

      in General  59 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 21-year-old with a family history of early balding is advised to see a dermatologist to confirm androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and consider treatments like finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss, and minoxidil, possibly with tretinoin, to regrow hair. Caution is advised with oral minoxidil, and a cardiologist should be consulted before use.

      community Any male on topical spironolactone?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical spironolactone is discussed for hair loss treatment, with mentions of DIY solutions and dermatologist compounding. Users inquire about regrowth and sourcing the treatment.
      Worth starting treatment at this point?

      community Worth starting treatment at this point?

      in General  147 upvotes 6 months ago
      The individual is considering starting hair loss treatment with dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, due to concerns about finasteride side effects. They are also interested in the potential benefits of reducing DHT and are contemplating whether to maintain a shaved head or pursue treatment.
      17m Seeking Second Opinion on Hair Thinning and Receding Temples

      community 17m Seeking Second Opinion on Hair Thinning and Receding Temples

      in General  78 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 17-year-old is frustrated with hair thinning and receding temples, seeking advice after a dermatologist dismissed concerns. Suggestions include starting Minoxidil for regrowth and considering Finasteride if androgenetic alopecia is suspected.

      community Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.
      Should I start taking finasteride?( 18.5 male)

      community Should I start taking finasteride?( 18.5 male)

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 8 months with positive results and is considering adding finasteride as recommended by their dermatologist. They seek advice on whether to start finasteride to maintain their hairline.

      community I feel so 🤡 right now, any advice?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss after being unhappy with their dermatologist's advice. They are considering getting finasteride on their own due to prescription challenges.

      community Need motivation, can’t live normally

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.

      community How to get a finasteride prescription?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a finasteride prescription for hair loss and considering paying out of pocket for a dermatologist because they can't find one covered by insurance. They want advice on ensuring they get the prescription and not just a recommendation for biotin pills.

      community Should I start minoxidil before finasteride?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male from Bangladesh is experiencing hair loss and was advised by a dermatologist to use ketoconazole shampoo, anti-fungal treatments, biotin, and 5% minoxidil, with finasteride to be considered after six months. The user is unsure whether to follow this advice or start finasteride immediately alongside minoxidil.

      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 3 years ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.