A 17-year-old is addressing hair loss with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. They are considering adding GHK-Cu to their regimen, but others advise caution with finasteride due to age.
User hides baldness with side hair growth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.
A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.
A user has been experiencing hair loss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.
The user began experiencing hair loss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some regrowth at the temples but continued hairline thinning. The dermatologist suggested possible telogen effluvium due to stress and deficiencies, prescribed oral minoxidil, and may consider dutasteride if the condition doesn't improve by January 2026.
The user is experiencing hairline thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil (solution and foam), dermastamping, and tretinoin. They suspect minoxidil or tretinoin might be causing the issue but are unsure.
Finasteride, minoxidil, and sometimes dutasteride were used for hair loss with varying success. Some experienced side effects, while others maintained or regrew hair, considering hair transplants as a future option.
The conversation is about a user experiencing worsening hair loss despite using minoxidil for four months, with suggestions to add finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Some users recommend consulting a dermatologist and considering other treatments like steroids if it's alopecia areata.
The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, and microneedling for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement with baby hairs and a fuller front hairline. They are considering adding rosemary oil and a dermastamp to enhance results, particularly around the thinning temple areas.
A dermatologist prescribed Betnovate scalp, a corticosteroid, for a 21-year-old male's hair loss due to DHT. The individual is considering using Nizoral shampoo, topical finasteride, a derma roller, and minoxidil, but is unsure about the effectiveness of two other products suggested by the dermatologist.
The user experienced hair regrowth using topical finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 10%, and microneedling over a year, recovering about 5 years of hairline and 3 years of density. The treatment was applied to the temples and frontal area, with some recovery in the coronal area attributed to microneedling.
Diffuse thinners often experience more hair regrowth with DHT blockers like finasteride, possibly due to less DHT sensitivity and the presence of miniaturized, not completely bald, follicles. However, regrowth varies widely among individuals, influenced by factors like genetics, the stage of hair loss, and treatment methods such as minoxidil, microneedling, and dermarolling.
The user is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride for better hair regrowth results, as they are experiencing thinning and shedding despite current treatments. They have also tried microneedling, Clobetasol, and salicylic acid to manage scalp issues and inflammation.
A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hair loss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.
Scalp massaging for hair loss hasn't shown significant changes yet, but the scalp is more flexible. Combining treatments like minoxidil, tretinoin, dutasteride, inversion, microneedling, and a good diet might enhance results.
A 19-year-old experiencing severe hair loss since 16 is using a treatment regimen of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical solution, 3% procapil hair serum, and 0.5 mg dutasteride daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness and potential shedding phase, with advice suggesting noticeable changes in 6 to 8 months.
The user experienced rapid hair thinning on top of the head after two GFC treatments, despite using topical minoxidil for four years. Hair on the sides and back became thicker, leading to confusion and questioning of the treatment decision.
18M experiencing hair loss, using finasteride and considering hair transplant. Replies suggest waiting, giving finasteride a year, and consulting a specialist.
A 24-year-old woman with AGA and TE since age 14 is questioning if her hair is regrowing or breaking. She has been using minoxidil consistently since September 2025, along with caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto, and has improved her overall hair care routine.
A 24-year-old noticed hair thinning over 4-6 years and is seeking advice on whether it can be salvaged. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user has been using HIMS topical finasteride and minoxidil spray for hair loss, with positive results but still seeks improvement at the crown and corners. They are considering reintroducing derma rolling and possibly trying oral treatments like dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and irritation.
A 26-year-old is starting a hair loss treatment using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil foam twice daily, 2% ketoconazole shampoo weekly, and microneedling once a week. They noticed worsening hair loss over the past year and are seeking advice.
A user shared their 11-week post-op hair transplant results, noting they use only vitamins, not minoxidil or finasteride. Replies suggest starting finasteride to maintain results, with mixed opinions on the current progress.
The user treated androgenic alopecia with topical minoxidil, finasteride, vitamin D, and biotin, while also using ketoconazole shampoo for dandruff. They focus on weight training and take daily vitamin D tablets.
The user has been using topical minoxidil 8% and finasteride 0.3% for six months, along with 2% ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling. They are experiencing some hair regrowth and hope for thicker hair by next year.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 24 months using 1mg daily Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion covers treatment effectiveness, side effects, and comparisons with Finasteride.
The user is treating hair loss with 1mg finasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling, and is considering using hair fibers for special occasions. There is a discussion about the initial shedding phase of minoxidil treatment and the importance of consistent photo conditions to track progress.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant improvement in hair loss after using finasteride, RU58841, and undergoing a 3000 graft hair transplant. They plan to get another transplant due to remaining thin areas.
User is 25, using oral finasteride for 4 years, topical minoxidil for 3 years, and microneedling. They ask if hair transplant can be done without scarring when shaving head completely bald later.