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      community Hair Loss Has Broken Me. I'm An Old Haggard Man at Age 23.

       11 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 23-year-old feels devastated by hair loss despite using Minoxidil and finasteride since age 18, and is advised to embrace baldness, improve physical fitness, and consider hair systems. The conversation emphasizes self-acceptance, confidence, and exploring new interests to improve mental well-being.

      community Treatment prognosis, 22M

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 22-year-old male with hair loss is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling after being diagnosed with MPB, vitamin D deficiency, and dandruff. He seeks advice on whether these treatments can realistically improve his hair density and achieve a healthier NW2.

      community Progress over one year. June 2022 > June 2023 (fin+min)

      in Progress Pictures  685 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's one-year progress in hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. The user shared their experience and advice, including adjusting the amount of sprays used based on individual needs and the importance of patience and positivity in the process.

      community 3 months on fin and hair is looking much better

      in Is this regrowth?  159 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started finasteride three months ago, initially at 1mg every other day, then adjusted to 1mg on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday due to side effects. The user reports stronger, more voluminous hair with minimal hair fall and no shedding.

      community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

      community 4 months progress using 2.5mg min, 1mg fin and 10mg biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 2.5mg minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and 10mg biotin, noting slight testicular discomfort initially but no significant hairline changes yet. Another user reported similar treatment results, with hair darkening at the scalp center and small temple hairs.

      community 1 year on Fin and Min. Diffuse thinner.

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair loss who has been using finasteride for a year and minoxidil once a day for five months, but still experiences shedding and thin hair. The user is considering switching to dutasteride next year and shares their progress with others using similar treatments.

      community 10 months oral min topic fin 29 years old

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hairline shows new growth, and hair quality and thickness have improved significantly after 10 months of oral Minoxidil and topical finasteride. The user also switched from a 0.5mm to a 1mm dermaroller.

      community Fin+min, September-December '25

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 29-year-old male started using finasteride and minoxidil in September, gradually increasing the dosage, and is pleased with the progress, especially in the hairline and temple areas. He also uses keto shampoo for dandruff but plans to consult a trichologist due to ongoing scalp issues.

      community Thinking to start fin

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hair loss, addressing concerns about side effects, dosage, and travel with the medication. It suggests taking the pill without overthinking side effects and reassures that carrying it on a plane is generally not an issue.

      community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.

      community 3 month progress on Fin\Min routine

      in Progress Pictures  48 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their 3-month progress using a routine of finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and supplements, along with microneedling and specific hair care products. They reported no side effects and received positive feedback on their results.

      community 2 Years Results - 0.5mg Fin Only.

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 2-year results using only 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement after 8-10 months and no major shedding or side effects. They are 34 years old and have avoided using Minoxidil.

      community 1,5 month fin 1mg + min 5% progress

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male has been using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5% daily for 45 days, noticing some new hair growth but continued hair loss. A reply suggests he is likely shedding and should give it more time for better results.

      community Checking in with my post-fin symptoms

      in Finasteride  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.

      community I’m considering stopping finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  157 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.

      community Interpreting test results + experimenting w/ routine (long post)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for over 11 years with various methods including Minoxidil, Keto shampoos, vitamins, and microneedling, but has avoided Finasteride due to fertility concerns. They have recently added Zix and The Ordinary Serum to their routine and are questioning their high DHT levels despite their efforts.

      community [rant] being hairless is ruining all my self esteem

      in Chat  178 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss is causing distress and self-esteem issues, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants. Some suggest topical treatments or lifestyle changes, while others stress the importance of confidence and self-acceptance.