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      community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs

      in Is this regrowth?  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.

      community ~2.5 months min, is this good progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  415 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 5% minoxidil, later switching to 10% minoxidil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil. The combination of topical and oral treatments showed impressive progress with minimal side effects.

      community Dutasteride+finasteride? More effective?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with dutasteride, which initially stopped hair loss but later became less effective. They are considering combining finasteride with dutasteride and have also started taking vitamin D, biotics, and collagen, while others suggest trying finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and using a dermapen.

      community Question about finasteride, frontal hairline, testosterone

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced initial hair density improvement with finasteride, but later felt scalp pain and a plateau in results. They added alfatradiol for scalp inflammation and divi scalp serum to their routine, and are curious if others have similar experiences.

      community Update march 14th-july 16th topical Min 2mg a day, oral fin 1.25mg a day, but switched to homemade topical microdose at the beginning of july due to sides. Keto shampoo 2x a week, biotin/collagen/coffee seed oil shampoo and conditioner every other day, 5000 biotin pill everyday, dermaroll 1mm sunday

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      User shared progress pictures of hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride (later switched to topical), keto shampoo, biotin supplements, and dermarolling. Hairline improved slightly, considering a hair transplant for further results.

      community Microneedling and massaging scalp progress

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their hair restoration journey using oral and topical finasteride, experiencing side effects with the former. They later switched to microneedling, scalp massages, and vitamins (D3, Zinc, Biotin, B complex, Vitamin E) with mixed feedback on progress.

      community 3 yrs after transplant and massive thinning

      in Transplants  24 upvotes 4 years ago
      User experienced hair loss after weight lifting, had a successful hair transplant, but later faced significant thinning. Current treatment includes finasteride, minoxidil, dermal rolling, and supplements.

      community Any fin only users get a late shed?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Users discuss experiencing hair shedding while using finasteride, with some noticing it later than expected. They express hope that the shedding is temporary and share experiences of natural shedding cycles.

      community 2 months on Fin - 25 years with my story

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting with minoxidil and later switching to finasteride due to dissatisfaction with minoxidil. They experienced some regrowth and shedding, with mild side effects from finasteride, and are hopeful for future improvements.

      community 25 F Diagnosed With Telogen Effluvium?

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss for over three years was diagnosed with female pattern hair loss and later with telogen effluvium, leading to a temporary stop of spironolactone treatment. She questions the diagnosis and treatment as her hair continues to worsen despite being advised to wait it out.

      community Can I get an honest rating of my «Natural Stack?

      in Treatment 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a "natural stack" including minoxidil, microneedling, a laser helmet, saw palmetto, ketoconazole shampoo, and supplements. Many users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, as natural methods alone may not effectively block DHT.

      community My 2-Year Journey – Meds Finally Kicking In

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.

      community Wedding in a year, when do I start treatment?

      in General  144 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person is considering starting hair loss treatments before their wedding in a year, with options including laser treatment with Saw Palmetto shampoo and conditioner, or Minoxidil and Finasteride. They are concerned about potential shedding from Minoxidil and Finasteride and seek advice on when to start treatment to avoid shedding on their wedding day.

      community Losing the gains and frontline of battle

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hair loss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.

      community Journey Continues

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 6 years ago
      A journey to treat hair loss with Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as dermarolling and low level laser cap treatments. They have been documenting the progress over 7 months since the start of their journey.

      community 10% minoxidil is good to start with?

      in Basic Questions  48 upvotes 1 day ago
      A 35-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 20 is considering starting Minoxidil treatment. They are unsure whether to begin with 10% Minoxidil or start with 5% and increase later.

      community Near full recovery then lost it all.

      in Transplants  217 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced initial hair regrowth with dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, but later lost the gains due to shedding. They are considering increasing minoxidil dosage or a hair transplant as potential next steps.

      community 4 years apart (17-21) on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, starting treatments with topical minoxidil and finasteride at 17, and later adding oral versions and dutasteride by age 20, but still experiencing hair loss. Others suggested that the treatments have likely slowed the progression, and some recommended considering a hair transplant or adjusting medication, while expressing concerns about the potential side effects of starting such treatments at a young age.

      community Finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 2.5mg progress.

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, seeking advice on the effectiveness of these treatments and the potential impact of diet changes. Other users commented on their own experiences with similar treatments, with mixed results and questions about side effects like body hair growth.

      community 9 Months Progress on Fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  282 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth and density improvement over nine months using 1 mg finasteride daily, initially 5% topical minoxidil, then transitioning to 2.5 mg and later 5 mg oral minoxidil, along with weekly microneedling. Noticeable changes were observed after three months, with the most significant progress by month nine.

      community Status update on upcoming treatments

      in Technology  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      Current treatments for hair loss include finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. New treatments like Breezula, PP405, and others are not expected until at least 2027 or later.

      community Been going strong with treatment for 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reports noticeable hair regrowth after using 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo every other day for three months. The dermatologist advised against finasteride due to the user's age but mentioned it might be needed later.

      community 2800 FUE Asmed Koray Erdogan Istanbul, complete failure

      in Transplants  287 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user had a failed hair transplant with 2800 FUE grafts at a clinic in Turkey, where finasteride was used, and the procedure was poorly executed by technicians rather than the main surgeon. The user later sought repair from a more experienced doctor, highlighting issues with large clinics that handle multiple patients daily.