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GlossaryFamily History

record of health conditions in close relatives

Family History, also known as family medical history or genetic history, refers to the record of health information about a person's close relatives. This includes information on diseases, conditions, and health patterns that may be hereditary, such as alopecia or other genetic disorders. Understanding family history can help healthcare professionals assess the risk of certain conditions and recommend preventive measures or early interventions.

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

in General 59 upvotes 5 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 Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

in General 126 upvotes 11 months ago

A 19-year-old male with no family history of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is experiencing hair loss and considering using a topical minoxidil and finasteride mixture. Despite low vitamin D levels and normal DHT serum levels, he seeks confirmation of AGA before starting treatment.

community M19 finasteride my doc said it's not aga until now

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old male with a family history of balding is using finasteride to thicken his hair and is considering whether to add minoxidil. Users suggest continuing finasteride for several months before deciding on minoxidil.

community Balding without a family history

in Chat 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.

community 30M Seeing Gradual Recession, Family History of Hair Loss, Considering Finasteride

in General 57 upvotes 10 months ago

A 30-year-old with a family history of receding hairlines is considering starting finasteride due to gradual hairline recession. They are seeking advice on whether to begin treatment or if they are worrying unnecessarily.

community Any other females with no family history of hair loss?

in Female 8 upvotes 7 years ago

A female experiencing premature full-blown male pattern baldness with no family history of hair loss, and other users sharing their experiences.

community Help deciding: Preventive finasteride now (NW2-3) vs. waiting for visible changes? (28M with family history)

in Finasteride 193 upvotes 1 year ago

A 28-year-old male with a family history of baldness is deciding whether to start finasteride now or wait for visible hair changes. He is considering starting finasteride immediately to proactively address potential hair loss.

community 20M: Struggling with Family Hair Loss History & Treatment Advice Needed

in General 201 upvotes 9 months ago

A 20-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, rosemary oil, and dermarolling in an attempt to manage it. They are concerned about their appearance and future hair loss, seeking advice on additional treatments.

community Possible regrowth after 4 years of hair loss (with family history of baldness) — could lifestyle changes reactivate follicles?

in Is this regrowth? 3 upvotes 1 month ago

The user noticed hair regrowth after 4 years of hair loss, coinciding with lifestyle improvements like quitting smoking, exercising, and a better diet. They are curious if dormant follicles can recover under improved conditions.

community 25F and have been losing my hair for 10 years. Been to doctors, no issues with thyroid or hormones. No history of hair loss in my family. Wtf do I do?

in Question 12 upvotes 7 years ago

A 25-year-old woman has been losing hair for 10 years despite normal thyroid, hormone levels, and B12 supplementation. She has used Minoxidil with limited success and is considering hair transplants, Propecia, or shaving her head and wearing wigs.

community Allergic to min, whats your advice on considering fin at age 20?

in Basic Questions 118 upvotes 1 week ago

A 20-year-old with a family history of male pattern baldness is seeking advice on using finasteride due to an allergy to minoxidil. They are considering whether to use topical or oral finasteride and what dosage to take.

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 Need help now! 36yo, just beginning to recede!

2 upvotes 10 years ago

A 36-year-old is concerned about early hairline recession despite no family history of hair loss. They are considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but are worried about potential side effects and are seeking natural alternatives.

community 16 years later - Before and After

in Progress Pictures 348 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.

community 19-Year-Old Concerned About Finasteride Affecting Future Beard Growth

in Finasteride 101 upvotes 10 months ago

A 19-year-old is concerned that starting finasteride for early hair loss might affect future beard growth. They plan to use minoxidil and finasteride due to a family history of male pattern baldness but worry about the impact on facial hair development.

community 7 Months on Fin + Min + 1 Month Microneedling

in General 113 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 7 months and started microneedling a month ago, but is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about its effectiveness. They have vitamin D3 and B12 deficiencies and are seeking advice and encouragement due to a family history of baldness.

community 6 months after FUE. I know hair is longer and different light, but the resultat is amazing so far. Confidence is skyhigh!

in Transplants 5 years ago

User had successful FUE hair transplant with 3500 grafts, costing 3900 euros at Novohair in Berlin, gaining confidence. User lost hair due to chemo, family history of hair loss at 40-50 years old.

community 19M ? Hairloss from 1.5 year using minoxidil and finasteride from 3 months

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, with no family history of baldness except for maternal grandfather. The user is advised to continue the treatment for Androgenic Alopecia and not rely on home remedies.

community 8 years fin/min, my long term results. 31m

in Progress Pictures 1801 upvotes 9 months ago

A 31-year-old man successfully used oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth over eight years, experiencing minimal side effects like initial shedding and increased body hair. He credits these medications for preserving his hair despite a family history of baldness.

community Topical Min Progress Oct 2024 - Feb 2025

in Progress Pictures 276 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair growth using 5% topical Minoxidil foam twice daily from October 2024 to February 2025, without using finasteride due to family history of side effects. The user is considering other treatments like topical finasteride and received positive feedback on their progress.

community How can I get fin in Canada (GP and Derm turned me down) + questions on minoxidil and PRP

4 upvotes 8 years ago

Treatments for hair loss with a focus on finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The user discussed their family history of balding, asked questions about the effectiveness of different treatments, and was discouraged from taking finasteride by medical professionals.

community So what is the actual efficacy of topical minoxidil?

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 10 months ago

Minoxidil can stimulate hair growth but does not prevent long-term hair loss, while finasteride or dutasteride is necessary to address DHT and maintain hair. Family hair history may not predict individual outcomes, and combining treatments like microneedling can enhance results.

community Derek from More Plates More dates has maintained his hair for over a decade

in Chat 130 upvotes 5 months ago

Derek has maintained his hair for over a decade using dutasteride, keto shampoo, and previously minoxidil, despite early hair loss and family history of baldness. Other users discuss their own hair loss treatments, including combinations of oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, nizoral, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy.

community Not sure where to begin. Could use some guidance

in General 114 upvotes 1 year ago

A 43-year-old male seeks advice on hair regrowth options, considering treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, or possibly a hair transplant. He has low testosterone and a family history of balding.

community Stick with it (3 year progress)

in Progress Pictures 228 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation is about a user's three-year progress in reversing hair loss using daily Dutasteride 0.5 mg and topical Minoxidil, with no side effects. The user emphasizes patience, as significant results were noticed after one year, despite a strong family history of early baldness.

community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 43 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

in Treatment 58 upvotes 4 years ago

A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

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 Any finasteride users have a history of depression?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.

community Having AGA as a girl makes me depressed

in Female 65 upvotes 4 months ago

A 20-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia feels depressed about her hair loss, despite using topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and saw palmetto. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, higher doses of finasteride or dutasteride, and checking for vitamin deficiencies and heavy metal exposure.