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      community 6 months progress topical min/fin (19)

      in Progress Pictures  99 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using a treatment of topical minoxidil 7% and finasteride 0.1% twice daily, along with a low-level laser therapy cap, biotin, and collagen supplements, and is seeing good progress on the hairline and temples but not the midscalp. They experienced initial shedding, saw results by month three, and are happy with the progress, though some users express concern about using finasteride at a young age.

      community Is my hairloss too aggressive to be stopped/reversed ?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old male has been experiencing aggressive hair loss since age 15/16 and has tried various treatments including topical Minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, retinoic acid, stemoxydine, RU58841, and finasteride without success. He recently added oral Minoxidil but continues to experience significant hair thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride.

      community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.

      community How to minimize hair loss while waiting to start finasteride (17M)

      in Technology  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 17-year-old is using topical minoxidil for hair loss and is considering other treatments like ketoconazole shampoo and saw palmetto while waiting to start finasteride at 19. Suggestions include using oral minoxidil, topical antiandrogens like RU58841, and CB-03-01, with a focus on minimizing systemic DHT impact.

      community Hyper responders to minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride can lead to quick hair growth, with some users noticing changes in as little as 2-3 weeks, though head hair may take longer. Many prefer oral minoxidil over topical due to convenience, and some also use ketoconazole shampoo and other topical treatments.

      community (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
      Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      community Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      in General  157 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 31-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed a sudden triangular thinning patch on their scalp and are seeking advice, questioning if it could be medication-related.

      community Post op day 1, My 10 year journey and thoughts about hair loss, advice

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.

      community Pérdida de cabello en jóvenes (15-20 años) mi experiencia.

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old shares his hair loss experience and treatment routine, which includes 1mg finasteride daily, 2mg oral minoxidil daily, ketoconazole shampoo every 2 days, and a healthy lifestyle. He notes that oral minoxidil is showing better results than topical minoxidil.

      community Why is human evolution like this 😂

      in Chat 4 years ago
      Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.
      18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      community 18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      in General  51 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and loss at the temples, likely due to androgenetic alopecia. Suggested treatments include finasteride and minoxidil to slow hair loss and promote regrowth, with buzzing hair short as a styling option.

      community About a month of progress, weirdly better than expected?

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported unexpected hair growth on their crown after using a derma stamp, ketoconazole, and other treatments like rosemary oil and biotin, but before starting finasteride or minoxidil. They questioned if the growth was due to these treatments or an underlying issue besides androgenetic alopecia.
      (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?

      community (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?

      in General  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and shedding despite no family history of male pattern baldness. They are considering starting treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community I’d like some thoughts on my anecdotal experience so far

      in Chat 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old male uses oral finasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary and castor oil, and dermarolls for hair loss. Despite initial shedding and some baby hair growth, he worries these treatments may not be enough long-term.

      community watch out, here comes the hair

      in Research/Science  564 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.

      community 1 year 1 month into fin, new regrowth

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased finasteride to 1mg daily, stopped using ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc shampoos, and started using regular pH balanced shampoo with tea tree oil, rosemary/peppermint oil, and microneedling. They are now seeing new hair regrowth at the hairline and temples.

      community 24 y/o woman diagnosed with AGA today. Scared and confused.

       8 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 24-year-old woman being diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (AGA) who is scared and confused about her hair loss, and the treatment options of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, spironolactone, and possibly a biopsy.

      community 2 and 1/2 months, prescribed 1.25mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.

      community I’m 21 and already getting tired of this

      in Chat  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is unable to use finasteride due to side effects, expressing frustration and depression. Others suggest topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol, spironolactone, and pyrilutamide, and mention using minoxidil and lifestyle changes.

      community For those on TRT and suffer from a more aggressive type of (AGA) hairloss, what are your hair safe protocols?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to prevent hair loss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hair loss using Finasteride alone.

      community My hairloss started at 17 - Transformation. Bald to full head of hair.

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      The user shared their journey from hair loss at 17 to a full head of hair using topical finasteride, Saw Palmetto, a natural serum with stem cells and rosemary oil, dermarolling, and a specialized shampoo. They experienced side effects with Dutasteride and found success with their current routine without side effects.

      community Help with Routine for 50 year old Black Woman

      in Female 5 years ago
      A 50-year-old Black woman with alopecia areata and traction alopecia is seeking a science-based hair loss routine. Current treatments include spearmint tea for DHT levels and considering PRP.

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.