User used sublingual minoxidil for 5 months and saw progress. Also used topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, tretinoin, and reduced oral finasteride dose.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using high doses of dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride, but still considers a hair transplant due to thin hair and limited temple improvement. They face challenges accessing medication and are exploring additional treatments like microneedling.
The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
Improvements seen after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil and dermaroller for hair loss. The original post was praised by another user for its progress.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
The conversation discusses the positive impact of finasteride and dermarolling on hair loss. The topic is categorized under "Progress Pictures", highlighting the noticeable difference these treatments have made.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after starting treatment with 1.2mg finasteride and 5mg minoxidil in January 2026. They also reduced stress and stopped drug use, except for nicotine, which contributed to their progress.
A 22-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using RU58841, and is managing hypothyroidism. Despite ongoing shedding, they report some improvement and plan to continue dutasteride for a year before considering minoxidil.
A 20-year-old using 1 mg finasteride, 2 ml topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss shows progress after three months, with thicker hair and temple regrowth. No side effects reported, and the user is considering switching to oral minoxidil.
Dutasteride can cause hair shedding even with suppressed testosterone levels due to previous damage from DHT. Hair shedding is often a sign of damaged hair being replaced by healthier growth.
Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.
TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with plans to add RU58841, to improve hair growth and address a stubborn bald spot. Despite initial shedding, the user noticed thicker, darker hair and plans to continue the treatment or consider a hair transplant.
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride (1.25mg daily) and minoxidil (topical and oral) with occasional microneedling. They noted increased libido as a side effect during the first six months.
The user experienced hair loss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may stop further hair loss, but noticeable thickness gains can take over six months. Minoxidil can increase hair density, and microneedling may enhance its effectiveness.
The user shared their 11-month hair loss treatment experience using Dutasteride daily and Minoxidil initially, noting improvements in hair density and texture. They stopped Minoxidil in February, observed no significant shedding, and plan to continue with Dutasteride, considering reintroducing Minoxidil for more regrowth.
The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hair loss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.
The user shared a 4-year hair loss treatment update using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, reporting significant hair regrowth and improved hair quality. They started with finasteride before switching to dutasteride and experienced fast results in the first year, with continued improvements in hair thickness over the past two years.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, biotin and micro needling; the user is concerned about their hairline after switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Responses suggest that this could be just a shed and offers advice on how to possibly address it.
The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.
The user has been using finasteride for 16 months, minoxidil for 11 months, and started microneedling 2 months ago, experiencing shedding phases. They are questioning whether they are experiencing miniaturization or regrowth.
The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initial shedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.
The user experienced significant hair growth using oral minoxidil and finasteride over nine months. The progress was well-received, with many noting impressive results.
AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.