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      community Liquid minoxidil + pyrilutamide

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      Potential treatments for hair loss, specifically the combination of liquid minoxidil and pyrilutamide, with some suggesting that adding finasteride may be beneficial.

      community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.

      community 12 Months 1mg Oral Fin 5mg Min

      in Progress Pictures  394 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.

      community Hair loss at age 23... Thyroid t4 value of 0.8

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair loss, primarily at the top middle of the head, and is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Other users share their positive experiences with finasteride, suggesting it is worth trying, while also discussing the importance of researching and monitoring for any side effects.

      community progression 1 month male 22 balding

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma stamping for one month reports progress in hair loss treatment. He also uses vitamin D, omega-3, beta carotene, tongkat ali, and ag powder, and maintains an active lifestyle.

      community 26 male 1 year 9 month therapy (fin,min,dut, micro needling)

      in Progress Pictures  436 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male shared his hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling, noting dissatisfaction with hair thickness but hoping for improvement. Users discussed side effects, treatment effectiveness, and shared personal experiences with similar treatments.

      community Why does MPB only affect the scalp

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.

      community My hair regrowth journey [Pics & Protocol]

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth journey, using a treatment protocol that includes 1mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil twice daily, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, oral castor oil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They also improved their diet, hydration, and took supplements, and have seen positive results after 3.5 months.

      community Week 10 Update – No Fin, No Problem?

      in Update  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user reports promising hair regrowth without using finasteride, focusing instead on microneedling, dermarolling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy. They emphasize consistency and a healthier, side-effect-free approach.

      community [25 M] 1-year progress, really happy so far

      in Progress Pictures  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral Finasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 6% Minoxidil spray, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Hawthorne thickening shampoo and conditioner. They experienced thicker body hair as a side effect but no other issues.

      community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

      in Female  5 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 Slow going. Min/Fin topical, 1.5 microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared progress pictures after a year of treating hair loss with 5% minoxidil, then a combination of minoxidil/finasteride topical, and microneedling at 1.5mm bi-weekly. They plan to switch to oral finasteride and more frequent microneedling at a shallower depth while continuing the current regimen.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

      community 19 yo destroyed hairline even though using Fin/min/microneedling for 16months/11months/3months … Idk what to do.

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.

      community microneedle, any long term users damage?

      in Microneedling  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

      community Early Hair Loss - Starting Fin (19M)

      in Finasteride  7 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.

      community DIY do it yourself prp, meso and other crazy procedures.

      in Technology  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses DIY cosmetic procedures like PRP, mesotherapy, and micro-needling, with some users experimenting with Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss. It highlights a community of mostly older women performing these treatments themselves.