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      community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.

      community 14 months of progress pics on Oral Fin and Min

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced initial improvement in hair loss with oral finasteride and minoxidil but later faced increased shedding and thinning. They switched to dutasteride, hoping for better results, while continuing topical minoxidil.

      community 16 months of consistency and this is what I get?

      in Progress Pictures  482 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and finasteride, later transitioning to dutasteride and continuing with oral minoxidil. They reported no side effects and are optimistic about further improvements.

      community 3 years on fin glad I started when I did

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, starting with 1mg five times a week and later reducing to 0.5mg six times a week for maintenance. They reported some initial side effects, like minor pain and watery semen, but no major issues, and attributed additional improvements to lifestyle changes.

      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 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 2 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  7 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  23 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 2 months on Fin - 25 years with my story

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 4 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 Boston Transplant Update. Hairline & Crown procedures!

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant in Boston, initially dissatisfied with the results, but later achieved significant improvement in hair density and natural appearance after consulting a different surgeon. They used finasteride, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy as part of their treatment.

      community Update: 14 months - NW Picard Progress

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, Sulfogenz, KX-826, low-level laser therapy, and microneedling. They plan to continue medication for another year before considering a hair transplant, noting steady improvement but not major changes.

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

      in Treatment 6 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  344 upvotes 7 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 Summary of future treatments from 2020

      in Chat  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.

      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 Why would anyone use Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with a focus on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, laser treatment helmets, and Redensyl. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, with some users advocating for its use despite potential risks, while others express concerns about its impact on sexual function.

      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 Six (6) Months Update…Hope of more to come?

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is disappointed with their hair loss progress after six months of using oral medications, laser therapy, microneedling, and vitamin D supplements. They are considering exosome therapy but are unsure of its effectiveness and are seeking advice on whether to continue or try other treatments.

      community Finasteride Shed: (I need your opinion ASAP)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical finasteride for 3.5 months, with increased shedding for 2.5 months. They are also using ketoconazole shampoo, low-level laser therapy, scalp massage, and rosemary oil, and are seeking reassurance and advice on whether prolonged shedding is normal and if others have had positive outcomes with finasteride.

      community Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The review discusses traditional hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and newer options like Low-Level Laser Therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia. It highlights the need for more high-quality trials to assess these treatments' effectiveness and standardized protocols for emerging therapies.

      community Red light therapy - research says they work, reviews say they don't - Turns out commercial device are severely under-powered, so could this actually work?

      in Technology  73 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hair growth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.

      community Journey Continues

      in Progress Pictures  13 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.