The user stopped using finasteride after two weeks due to gynecomastia symptoms and shared blood work results questioning if they indicate a cause for the side effects. The user is considering restarting finasteride and seeking advice on their blood work levels in relation to gynecomastia.
DIM is suggested to help with estrogen metabolism for those on finasteride or dutasteride, potentially reversing side effects like fat gain and mood changes. Some users doubt its effectiveness, recommending lifestyle changes or consulting a doctor instead.
The user is seeking advice on hair transplant techniques and surgeons to reshape a natural widow's peak into a more rounded hairline, preferring long hair transplants with minimal scarring and maximum density. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil, which have not been effective, and are considering various surgeons primarily in English-speaking countries and the EU, excluding Turkey.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. Users suggest adding oral dutasteride or finasteride for more effective results.
A 29-year-old shares their 3-4 month progress using 2.5 mg Minoxidil and 1.0 mg Finasteride daily for hair loss, noting improved hair density and color. They experienced initial body itching and occasional dips in sex drive but are satisfied with the results.
The conversation is about a 26-year-old man's hair regrowth progress after three months of taking oral Minoxidil and Finasteride. There was a mix-up with the photo dates provided for comparison.
A male in his 30s is using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, collagen/biotin supplements, and weekly .5mm rolling. After six weeks, he notices his crown appears thicker and feels better, possibly due to placebo.
The user started using Hims Finasteride and Minoxidil topical in July 2023, added daily microneedling in November, and switched to chewable Finasteride and Minoxidil in January with increased microneedling frequency. They observed hair regrowth, suggesting diffuse thinning may be easier to treat.
An 18-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride is experiencing increased hair loss, possibly due to a shedding phase from finasteride. He also takes zinc, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C, and is concerned about hair loss from his temples.
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride (.025% concentration), minoxidil, Nutrafol, and vitamin D to address hair loss. They experienced initial side effects but reported improvement over 11 weeks and are considering increasing the dosage.
Body hair transplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.
The user experienced hair thickening after two years of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite having a stubborn thin crown. They plan to try microneedling to potentially improve results further.
A 23-year-old shared progress pictures after five months on Finasteride, starting with 0.25mg and increasing to 1mg, reporting no side effects and noticeable hair improvement. The user is satisfied with the results and plans to continue the treatment, while others in the conversation discuss dosage, side effects, and alternative treatments.
The user shared their 8-month hair transplant results from Cosmedica, involving around 3800 grafts and topical use of Minoxidil and Finasteride since the operation. They discussed the procedure details, cost, and the possibility of a second operation for crown and touch-ups.
A 24-year-old male started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing reduced hair fall but continued temple and frontal recession. He uses both oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D, and coal tar shampoo, and experiences rare heart palpitations.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, various serums, and micro-needling, leading to increased confidence and consideration of a hair transplant. Despite initial baldness due to past health issues, the user is pleased with the progress and continues to use treatments like Pilgrim, Md Hair, Bodywise Roller, and Bouf serums.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.
A 42-year-old user shared positive results from using oral and topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and weekly dermarolling for hair regrowth over three months. The community responded positively, noting significant progress and discussing treatment details and concerns.
The user shared progress pictures after 4.5 months of using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily for hair loss, considering increasing the finasteride dose after 6 months. Some attribute the improvement to the hair transplant, while others inquire about changes in crown density.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after two months back on finasteride and minoxidil, following a two-year break. The user also mentioned experimenting with hair dye and considering growing their hair for an undercut.
The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.
The user experienced severe sexual side effects from topical finasteride with minoxidil but found no side effects with low-dose dutasteride and finasteride serums from Ulo after a hair transplant. They also used a hair growth serum with saw palmetto without side effects.
User discusses using Verteporfin for hair regrowth after hair transplant. Replies mention successful follicle regrowth in studies and mice, questioning if it can be replicated in humans.
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
A user is seeking advice on a new topical hair loss treatment containing Minoxidil 3%, Finasteride 0.3%, Progesterone 1%, Hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1%, and Ketoconazole 0.5%. They are concerned about the systemic absorption of Finasteride and plan to do blood tests and a spermiogram before starting.
A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.
The user has been using 5mg oral Minoxidil daily and started with 1mg Finasteride daily, but reduced the dose due to side effects and is considering trying RU58841. They are concerned about thinning hair despite some temple recovery and are seeking advice on maximizing progress.
A 23-year-old used daily oral finasteride (1.1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) for a year, resulting in significant hair regrowth, especially at the left temple, and increased eyebrow density. The user experienced mild initial shedding and itchiness but no other treatments were used, and libido normalized quickly after a slight initial dip.
The user experienced significant hair thickening after one year of using chewable finasteride (1.2 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) without major side effects, except occasional low libido. The user sourced the treatments from Hims and noticed results around 5-6 months, with shedding lasting about two months.