The conversation discusses whether someone with a naturally large forehead and widow's peak can get a hair transplant and start finasteride early. It also mentions a surgery to lower the hairline as an alternative.
Applying rosemary oil on non-derma rolling days is acceptable and can be part of a regular hair care routine. It's important to monitor for any irritation.
Finasteride did not improve hair loss and seemed to accelerate it, particularly on the forehead. The user is considering stopping the medication due to these negative effects.
Stopping Minoxidil may lead to losing any hair gained from its use, potentially resulting in less hair than before starting. Continuing Dutasteride may help maintain some hair.
A 28-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning and miniaturization around the ears and back has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and both topical and oral minoxidil without success. He is seeking advice on identifying the type of hair loss and next steps since current treatments are ineffective.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced heavy hair shedding around six months in, affecting even transplanted hair. They are seeking others' experiences with similar shedding after switching medications.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair thinning at the corners and some hair loss during sleep and washing. They are seeking advice on which treatment to start.
The user has been dealing with hair loss since middle school and has tried various treatments like mesotherapy, PRP, and red light therapy without success. Currently, they use minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride but are considering a hair transplant due to limited improvement.
The individual is considering starting hair loss treatment with dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, due to concerns about finasteride side effects. They are also interested in the potential benefits of reducing DHT and are contemplating whether to maintain a shaved head or pursue treatment.
A 20-year-old feels defeated about hair loss and struggles with consistent minoxidil use due to ADHD. They plan to visit an endocrinologist for finasteride and consider shaving their head while continuing treatments.
A 16-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has been using 5% minoxidil for three months and finasteride for one month. They are considering adding dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects like prostate cancer.
The user is using a topical spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin for hair loss and plans to add weekly dermastamping, starting with a needle length of 0.6mm. They seek advice on the safety of combining these treatments, the impact of skipping one dose weekly, and the frequency of replacing the dermastamp.
A 30-year-old is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil/Finasteride treatment to oral Minoxidil due to cost and insurance coverage. They seek advice on potential effects and experiences from others who have made a similar switch.
The user used minoxidil alone for 5 years and recently added finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, bimatoprost, and dermarolling to their routine. They are hopeful for regrowth, as combining these treatments can address hair loss causes, but results may take up to a year.
After a hair transplant, the user is concerned about not seeing new hair growth at 3 months, despite using dutasteride and minoxidil. It is advised to continue the treatment as new hair typically starts growing around 4 to 6 months post-surgery.
A 47-year-old used finasteride and minoxidil for a year without results and is concerned about whether it's too late to regrow hair. Another user suggests continuing the treatments and adding microneedling for potentially better results, emphasizing patience.
The user experienced balance issues after taking finasteride for 2 months and is seeking advice on whether to continue. They are concerned about potential additional side effects.
Switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride and minoxidil can potentially lead to over 40% improvement in hair thickness in some cases, especially in young individuals who have plateaued after initial success. Generally, a 20% improvement is expected after six months.
Shedding is normal in the initial months of using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and new thicker hairs indicate the treatments are working. It may take up to a year to see full results, and the hairline might improve with continued use.
Switching from dutasteride to finasteride can cause temporary hair shedding, and it may take several months for hair growth to stabilize. Consistent use of treatments is important for regrowth.
The user is seeking affordable alternatives for oral finasteride and minoxidil in the UK due to high costs. They have been using these treatments from Sons with positive results.
The user is frustrated with dermatologists who dismiss Minoxidil and finasteride as unsafe, instead recommending mustard oil, PRP, zinc supplements, and hair products. The user feels these suggestions are ineffective and is considering starting Minoxidil and finasteride despite the dermatologists' advice.
A 22-year-old is considering starting finasteride for hair loss, questioning if their hairline is stable or if treatment is needed. They shared images of their hairline, which has been the same since their teenage years.
The user is experiencing a lack of morning erections after using 0.5mg of finasteride every other day for two weeks and is considering whether to reduce the dose, continue, or stop. The discussion focuses on adjusting finasteride dosage due to side effects.
After 3 months of using oral finasteride with oral minoxidil, shedding has started, and facial and body hair is growing back thinner. The user is questioning if a dosage increase is needed.
A 20-year-old male from the UK is experiencing hair thinning and seeks advice on using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, asking about their monthly costs and where to purchase them.
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.