community Is it uncommon to not test for testosterone levels before taking fin?
Doctors often prescribe finasteride for hair loss without testing testosterone levels. There is no need for such tests before starting the medication.
Search
for
Sort by
Community Join
990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity 1 month on dutasteride and my hair has thinned all over. Did anyone else experience this? Did you eventually see positive results?
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed significant thinning after one month. They are asking if others had a similar experience and if there was eventual improvement.
community 17-Month Update - Dut, Min, Niz, 1.5mm roller.
A 39-year-old shared a 17-month hair loss treatment update using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and a 1.5mm derma roller, noticing significant results after 9-12 months. They also maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage side effects like dry skin with moisturizer.
community 1mg Finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil. (2 months)
A user started treating their hair loss with 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, and has seen progress in two months. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo twice a week and a derma stamp once a week with liquid minoxidil.
community 4 months Fin/Min ED progress. Slow, but steady regrowth!
The conversation is about someone experiencing slow but steady hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily since mid-December. Another person commented positively on the progress.
community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?
The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.
community Little Update - Min 6 Months and Fin 5 Months
The user shared a 6-month progress update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil and 5 months of Finasteride, along with a hair transplant of 4,200 grafts. Commenters reacted positively, discussing the effectiveness of these treatments and the impact on self-image.
community Is Consequence of Quiting FIN like Quitting Minoxidil, or is it like Tretinoin / Retinol
If you stop taking finasteride after 10 years, hair loss will resume at the rate it would have without treatment. Minoxidil cessation can cause immediate and significant shedding.
community 1 year on fin. Take the pill. NOW.
After one year on finasteride, a user reports positive hair regrowth and minimal side effects, encouraging others to try the treatment despite potential risks. Other users share varied experiences with finasteride, some seeing improvements and others still waiting for results.
community Do you/can you use ketoconazole shampoo continuously?
A dermatologist prescribed 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, advising against continuous use beyond 6 weeks. Users discussed potentially using the 1% version regularly, with a recommendation of 1 or 2 times a week.