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      community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset

      in Update  153 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.

      community My battle against baldness

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 27-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Pilexil shampoo to combat hair loss, with plans to add Nizoral shampoo and light stimulation. Initial results show reduced hair loss and some hair thickening, despite a period of shedding.

      community 7 month progress. From a slap head to a forehead. (32M)

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 32-year-old male shares his 7-month hair regrowth progress using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling every four days, 1.5% ketoconazole shampoo every three days, and zinc and vitamin D supplements initially. He applies minoxidil primarily to his temples and hairline, avoiding the crown, and reports significant improvement in diffusive thinning.

      community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??

      in Chat  13 upvotes 4 years ago
      Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.

      community Dermatologist Scammed me (I think)

      in Treatments  82 upvotes 1 month ago
      An 18-year-old is frustrated with a dermatologist who prescribed shampoos and Betnovate instead of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. The user feels misled and is considering giving up on dermatologists.

      community Topical fin/min/tret hairline worse after 15 months

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using a combination spray with 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and tretinoin for over a year but feels their hairline has worsened. They are considering increasing the concentration of finasteride and adding 5% minoxidil once a day, while another user suggests trying oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Help with treating dandruff please.

      in Ketoconazole  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP is experiencing dandruff and is considering switching from climbazole to ketoconazole, with suggestions to use Nizoral and a routine involving ketoconazole, coconut oil, and lemon. OP is also using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, and there are discussions about various shampoos and treatments for dandruff.

      community HT / Meds results are reverting, thinning, crazy shedding..

      in Progress Pictures  164 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.

      community just saw my hair under harsh sunlight and devastated..

      in Chat  121 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss struggles and treatments, including oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and RU58841. Users share experiences and advice, suggesting options like topical minoxidil, microneedling, hair transplants, and scalp micropigmentation.

      community Why Diffuse Thinning is Worse Than a Receding Hairline

      in Research/Science  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects the entire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hair density.

      community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.

      community My hair loss theory and what I did to stop my hair loss. 6 years of stabilization.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their personal theory on hair loss, suggesting it's caused by reduced blood flow and scalp calcification rather than DHT, and claimed to have stopped their hair loss by massaging the scalp, using acid peels, and applying oils and copper peptides. They have not noticed further hair loss for six years since starting this routine.

      community How to use conditioner and essential oils without it touching roots?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking advice on applying conditioner and essential oils without touching the scalp due to thinning hair, while using treatments like topical finasteride, minoxidil, and pyril. They are experimenting with hair care routines and have noticed some improvements with their current treatment regimen.

      community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

      community 17month progress. Topical fin and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and later added oral finasteride for maintenance. They reported no side effects and found a specific shampoo helpful for scalp issues.

      community Six month gains from fin & min

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair growth in the temples after using 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, oral finasteride 1mg daily, and Nizoral shampoo weekly. They reported no side effects and managed dandruff with a scalp scrubber and Nizoral.

      community can someone tell me if prp is effective for you

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      21-year-old female experiencing hair loss and visible scalp seeks advice on PRP effectiveness. Currently taking spironolactone and krimson for high androgens, unsure if PRP can be done with these medications.

      community Hair loss whodunit: help me find the culprit!

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Been on treatment for two months.

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. It's suggested that adding a DHT suppressant like finasteride could improve results.