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      community extreme hair growth on hairline and temples , no drugs

       8 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user experienced extreme hair growth on their hairline and temples using natural remedies like onion juice, nail rubbing, more veggies and fruits, less carbs, jojoba oil, and dermarolling. They did not use Minoxidil, finasteride, or any prescription drugs.

      community Tired of going back and forth between embracing baldness and fighting it.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since their teens, is now 30 years old, and is considering using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling as a last effort to combat hair loss after trying other treatments like Regaine and caffeine shampoos with limited success. They are seeking advice on how to start this treatment and where to purchase the products in the UK.

      community How the hell am I still losing hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been experiencing sudden and aggressive hair shedding despite using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for six years, and recently added topical finasteride without improvement. Possible causes discussed include stress-related hair loss, dietary changes, or high DHT sensitivity, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider adjusting treatments.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community When should I start using Finasteride (21M)

      in Finasteride  68 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male recently had a hair transplant and is considering starting finasteride to prevent further hair loss. Finasteride can be started immediately to maintain existing hair, with potential side effects like decreased libido, and results may take several months.

      community Why Is My Hair Thinner All Over After 8 Months on Topical Fin?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning after 8 months on topical finasteride and 11 months on minoxidil, and is considering switching to oral finasteride due to lack of effectiveness. They also mention scalp itchiness and use of a 1% ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Has any premature balding guys actually saved and maintained their hair?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oral finasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.

      community Finestride induced hairloss? Is it normal?

      in General  70 upvotes 11 months ago
      Increased hair shedding can occur when starting Finasteride, but it's usually temporary. Adding Minoxidil may help regrow and thicken hair, while vitamins are only beneficial if there's a deficiency.

      community I’m going punch hair loss in the face

      in Satire  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

      community Read before embarking on your hair recovery journey

      in Treatment  207 upvotes 1 year ago
      Consult a doctor before starting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, as underlying issues like vitamin D deficiency can affect hair loss. While some believe androgenic alopecia is the most common cause, addressing all potential causes can lead to better results.

      community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair

      in Treatment  94 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.

      community 1 Year Estradiol HRT, Oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, Cyproterone. (20MTF)

      in Transgender  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a 20-year-old transgender female's one-year experience with hair loss treatments, including Estradiol HRT, oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, and Cyproterone. Specific treatments used for hair loss are oral Finasteride and potentially Estradiol as part of hormone replacement therapy.

      community Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

      community Average r/bald user complaining

      in Satire  398 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, focusing on their effectiveness and side effects. It also highlights the disparity in medical research funding between hair loss and conditions like endometriosis.

      community hair transplant while on fin (18M)

      in Transplants  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      18M experiencing hair loss, using finasteride and considering hair transplant. Replies suggest waiting, giving finasteride a year, and consulting a specialist.

      community 21M cant stop hairloss at all +2 years on dut/fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old male has been experiencing persistent hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Suggestions include checking for hormonal issues, nutritional deficiencies, or allergies, and consulting a doctor for professional advice.

      community 50 year old male, been balding for 10+ years

      in Progress Pictures  101 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 50-year-old male has been using 0.5mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, and weekly microneedling to combat hair loss, seeing progress with new hair growth. He plans to continue this regimen and evaluate results after 12 months.

      community Started balding at 16-17 but finally @21 got almost all of it back plus more and I think it made my forehead smaller

      in Is this regrowth?  580 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user regained hair and reduced forehead size using a routine of 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin before minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, red light therapy daily, and ketoconazole shampoo thrice weekly. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but adjusted the dosage over time.

      community My hair in my 20’s and 30’s…

      in Satire  330 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's experience with hair loss in their twenties and thirties, how to fix a receding hairline, treatments such as DHT, stress, bad sleep, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, and diet.

      community So those "baby hairs" that start to appear...

      in Update  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      Three months into using Minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, tretinoin, and saw palmetto shampoo, the user is seeing baby hairs on their hairline and is hopeful they will thicken. Another user reports that their own baby hairs have been getting thicker and longer over time.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.