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      community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.

      community Is this regrowth * finasteride only *

      in Is this regrowth?  118 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1.25mg three times a week for hair regrowth and reports no significant side effects except watery semen initially. They also use a local caffeine shampoo and are considering haircuts to improve appearance.

      community How to cope with starting fin/dut too late

      in Chat  9 upvotes 8 months ago
      Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.

      community Finasteride losing effectiveness after 4.5 good years?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride may be losing effectiveness for the user after 4.5 years, possibly due to intense workouts or a synchronized hair shedding cycle. Suggestions include switching to Dutasteride or continuing with Finasteride while considering a hair transplant for hairline density.
      Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      community Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      in General  139 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old is concerned about androgenic alopecia and has been using minoxidil for a year, noticing some stabilization in the hairline but fears using it on the whole scalp due to seborrheic dermatitis. Another person suggests considering a psychiatrist for stress management, using Nizoral shampoo, and possibly trying a small dose of finasteride.

      community Topical Finasteride Gel 1% after 4 months — problems

      in Finasteride  156 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning due to a testosterone spike and used a minoxidil solution and topical finasteride gel. After four months, the gel caused side effects without improving hair thinning, leading to questions about continuing or adjusting the treatment.

      community 20M any change or are you seeing any Progress ?

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and omega-3 for hair loss treatment. They are concerned about progress, but responses suggest patience and addressing dandruff for better results.

      community Oral fin for 6.5 months and min for 3 months

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing hair shedding and considering adding dutasteride. They also use dermastamping occasionally and Nizoral shampoo 3-4 times a week.

      community How the hell am I still losing hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 8 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 Has anyone experienced burning scalp after chemical damage (perm)?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user experienced burning, itching, and soreness on their scalp after a perm in 2021, despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue further medical tests or consult a neurologist for nerve pain.
      19M, 2 Months on Minoxidil - Severe Shedding, What Regrowth to Expect?

      community 19M, 2 Months on Minoxidil - Severe Shedding, What Regrowth to Expect?

      in General  50 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing severe shedding after two months of using topical minoxidil for hairline treatment and is curious about potential regrowth. They plan to wait before starting finasteride, while another user advises that shedding is common and suggests monitoring progress, with possible regrowth in 6 to 12 months.

      community 24m, finasterid and minoxidil for 70 days

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss, seeing some progress after 70 days. Users advise patience, caution with dermarolling, and discuss potential side effects.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  81 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.

      community Should I risk changing to Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for better hair regrowth, despite concerns about potential shedding and side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the switch for stronger results and others advising caution due to possible side effects and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community 5 Months on Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  1803 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil and Finasteride, specifically Hims chewables. They noted an increase in depression as a side effect.
      Dut + Min, 5 Months In, No Results — Need Advice

      community Dut + Min, 5 Months In, No Results — Need Advice

      in Treatments  163 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old experiencing worsening hair loss despite using Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil is considering exosome therapy and possibly switching treatments due to side effects. They seek advice on whether to continue with Dutasteride or try alternatives like Pyrilutamide or topical supplements.

      community I want to be a science experiment

      in Research/Science 9 months ago
      The user plans to use a "nuclear protocol" for hair improvement, including topical minoxidil 12.5%, topical finasteride 0.1%, and tretinoin 0.05%, with microneedling once a week. They have seen improvements with minoxidil and are seeking opinions on their approach to achieve thicker hair.

      community 24M - 14 months of treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  722 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 14 months of treatment with 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, with no side effects reported. He plans to consider a hair transplant for his hairline, as the treatment did not improve that area.