A user experienced rapid hairloss despite taking finasteride 1mg and undergoing PRP treatment. They also take a supplement with biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium but have not seen improvement.
Hairloss in men is primarily caused by androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like finasteride and dutasteride often recommended. Other causes include stress, nutritional deficiencies, medications, and scalp infections.
A user shared their hairloss transformation using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and DermaStamp, showing significant improvement over time. They noted quitting DermaStamp due to laziness and attributed past poor results to heavy smoking.
A user's hairloss progress after 4 months of using a topical fin and min mix, with responses from other users about their experience with the same treatments.
A 25-year-old is struggling with hairloss despite using treatments like oral Minoxidil, oral and topical Finasteride, Dutasteride, and PRP sessions. They feel frustrated with inconsistent treatment strategies and are seeking advice on managing thin hair and regaining confidence.
Hairloss has slowed or stopped after 5 months of daily oral minoxidil and finasteride treatment, with ketoconazole shampoo used twice a week. Noticeable thickening is observed, especially on the mid scalp.
Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hairloss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.
A 26-year-old male is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hairloss, experiencing prolonged shedding despite 6 months of treatment. Others share similar experiences, suggesting persistence with the treatment may eventually lead to improvement.
The user shared their hairloss journey, using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting progress and some side effects like minor gynecomastia. They plan to switch fully to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil, and they experienced shedding primarily from finasteride.
A 42-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using a topical treatment of finasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil, noticing increased hair density and reduced hairloss over a year. He plans to switch to oral finasteride and continue using topical minoxidil, with a dermatologist's guidance.
A user shared their positive hairloss journey using 1mg/day oral finasteride, showing significant improvement after 8-9 months without side effects. They expressed relief in having control over their hairloss and are open to questions about their experience.
The user noticed hair thinning during COVID, tried home remedies, and then started finasteride in March and minoxidil in August. They shared progress pictures of their hairloss journey.
Hairloss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, Fluridil & Alfatradiol, Nizoral, Saw Palmetto, Hairmetto and Microneedling. The user mentioned they have seen a decrease in shedding and improvement in the quality/density of their hair since using this stack, but opted out of trying Finasteride due to potential side effects.
The conversation discusses affordable hairloss treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural remedies like castor and peppermint oil. Specific treatments for hairloss are the focus.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hairloss and is using finasteride, ketoconazole, and topical minoxidil. They suspect retrograde alopecia due to hairloss on the sides and nape, despite noticing some hair thickening on top.
An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride for 11 months, minoxidil since September, dutasteride weekly, chelated iron supplements, and derma rolling, but his hairloss has worsened. He switched finasteride brands from Finalo and Finbald, and is concerned about decreased hair density.
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, with finasteride slowing hairloss but no noticeable regrowth from minoxidil. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for better results.
Rapid weight loss may have triggered increased hair shedding. Continuing with finasteride, microneedling, a healthy diet, and supplements like MSM and vitamin B is advised, but results may take 6-12 months.
The user shared their experience transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment. They discussed the effectiveness and side effects of both medications.
A 19-year-old experiencing early hairloss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.
A user discusses fighting hairloss without finasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, stinging nettles, biotin, a boar bristle brush, and a derma roller. Replies suggest finasteride is necessary for effective hairloss prevention.
The user experienced significant hairloss due to health issues and started using finasteride 40 days ago. They cannot use minoxidil due to an allergy and are seeking advice on whether finasteride will help.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hairloss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.
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 experienced hair thinning in the middle of their head despite using finasteride and minoxidil and having a hair transplant. They are concerned about the thinning and considering shaving their head, while being advised to continue treatment and manage stress.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, finasteride, and Nizoral shampoo, with initial shedding but eventual improvement. They plan to continue the treatment after regaining lost progress from stopping minoxidil.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.
User experienced hairloss and tried Minoxidil, laser helmet, and Finasteride. Finasteride caused depression and sexual side effects, but user had a successful hair transplant.
The user experienced increased hairloss with topical finasteride and is considering switching to oral finasteride. Others shared mixed experiences, with some suggesting oral finasteride is more effective, while others noted individual results vary.