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      community Ru58841 for a female w male pattern baldness

      in General  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using RU58841 for female pattern baldness and is also planning to use Minoxidil. They are hesitant to ask their doctor for spironolactone due to its cosmetic nature and are experiencing significant hair loss possibly due to stress and hormonal issues.

      community venting about lack of visible results from the treatment

      in Chat  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.

      community No Response after 6 Months of 5 mg Oral Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced no response to 5 mg oral minoxidil after 6 months, with no hair regrowth or shedding. Suggestions included trying topical finasteride, dermastamping, and addressing DHT, while some users noted that factors like aspirin or Accutane might affect results.

      community does lowering your prolactin levels regrow hair?

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential of lowering prolactin levels to regrow hair, with a reference to Bayer's drug HMI 115 which has been indicated as having this effect. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as RU58841.

      community Normal amount of hair to shed in the shower?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences of losing 30-100 hairs daily in the shower. One user considers switching to dutasteride due to consistent shedding.

      community 3 months on finasteride + minoxidil after hormone crash

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 29-year-old male experienced hair loss and reduced libido after heavy drinking from 2020 to 2024, and began using finasteride (1mg daily) and minoxidil (5% topical, once daily) in January 2026, noticing thicker hair but no new regrowth after three months. He also introduced derma rolling in February and plans to continue treatment for 6–12 months before fully assessing results.

      community Minoxidil (topical) facial bloat

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can cause facial bloat, which some users manage by adjusting sodium intake or using it only on the scalp. Alternatives like finasteride or dutasteride are suggested for those concerned about facial changes.

      community Long term Fin/Min random shed experience

      in Update  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding while using finasteride and oral minoxidil but found that the shedding eventually stopped, and hair returned to its previous state. They advise patience, continuing medication, and maintaining good nutrition, including Vitamin D.

      community 2.5 months of oral minoxidil 5mg

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's progress with using oral minoxidil 5mg to treat their hair loss, in combination with finasteride. The replies discuss the effectiveness of this treatment and provide additional information on potential methods for obtaining it.

      community Dutasteride mesotherapy help me !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like watery semen, erection problems, and decreased libido from finasteride, which resolved after stopping it. They are considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative, as advised by their dermatologist, and are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Minoxidl 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily 11 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  101 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for hair loss, with the user experiencing monthly shedding and a slight decrease in sex drive as a side effect. The user also mentions using a shampoo with piroctone olamine for seborrheic dermatitis and considers oral minoxidil to reduce scalp irritation.
      Concerned About Worsening Hairline 4 Months into Minoxidil Use

      community Concerned About Worsening Hairline 4 Months into Minoxidil Use

      in General  80 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is concerned about worsening hairline after 4 months of using minoxidil, noticing shorter hairs and potential hair loss. Another user advises that initial shedding is normal and suggests continuing the treatment for better results.

      community 18mo progress - topical fin/min + oral min/dut

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.

      community 20Y/M. 2.5 months on minox and finas - fighting hairloss

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is using a hair care routine including ketoconazole shampoo, topical minoxidil and finasteride, oral finasteride, Adgain, rosewater, microneedling, and creatine to combat hair loss. They report a stop in shedding and some new hair growth after 2.5 months.

      community Oral 1mg Fin/ 2.5mg Min (Before/After)

      in Progress Pictures  127 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the transition from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the associated shedding phase. Users advise patience and consistency, noting that shedding is common and improvement may take several months.

      community [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.

      in Female  42 upvotes 4 years ago
      User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.

      community Finasteride Hairline Density Evolution (6 Months)

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for nearly 6 months and minoxidil for nearly 2 months, noticing a sparser hairline and miniaturized hair. Some users believe it's shedding with new growth, while others see a loss in density.

      community 2 months on oral Finasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  220 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over two months. The user reports noticing small hair regrowth after the first month and discusses the convenience and cost of chewable tablets from Hims, while also addressing side effects like ED and heart palpitations.

      community Hairline stable but diffuse thinning with topical fin+min

      in Finasteride  237 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced stable hairline but diffuse thinning after switching from oral finasteride to a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the topical treatment and are considering other options due to a recent decline in hair density.

      community I think I’m on to something

       24 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user shared their personal experience with hair loss, hormone imbalances, and treatments including testosterone boosters, natural estrogen blockers, and DHEA. They suggest that low-dose finasteride and natural hormone therapy could reduce hair loss with fewer side effects.

      community 4 months into micro, got worse on the areas I needle

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.

      community 3.5 months on Minoxidil, Weekly 0.6mm microneedle

      in Transgender  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      A trans woman experiencing male pattern baldness has been using Minoxidil and microneedling for 3.5 months, noticing visible hair regrowth. Despite initial skepticism, progress is evident, though a hair transplant might be needed for fuller coverage.

      community Min, without fin. Worth it or no

      in Minoxidil  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can be used alone to address thinning hair, but it may be less effective without finasteride. Minoxidil increases blood flow and may regrow some hair, but it doesn't block DHT.