community My friends convinced me to take the plunge. How do I look.
The user shaved their head, received positive feedback, and was advised to trim their beard. Friends suggested using finasteride and minoxidil for hair maintenance.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Steve Assanti from my 600lbs life. As unhealthy as you can be yet rocks a thick NW1.
Hair loss is mainly influenced by genetics and DHT sensitivity. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.
community We already know how to permanently fix hair loss. The science is done. The only thing missing is the funding to run one experiment.
A permanent hair loss solution could involve reprogramming hair follicles to resist DHT using mRNA and siRNA. However, high costs, safety concerns, and the pharmaceutical industry's preference for ongoing treatments over one-time cures are major obstacles, with finasteride and minoxidil remaining standard treatments.
community Update - December 2024 to May 2026. Topical fin/min
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a nightly topical spray with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, without side effects. Noticeable improvements were seen within three months, with continued progress over time.
community 35M | Slick Bald + SMP for 10 Years to 4.5 Months Post Hair Transplant (6400 Grafts DHI)
A 35-year-old man had a 6400 graft hair transplant in Turkey after years of baldness, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and scalp micropigmentation. He is satisfied with the progress and plans further SMP touch-ups to enhance results.
community 3 months in on oral Dut/Min. The shed is REAL
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after three months on oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D3, but remains hopeful as shedding can indicate treatment effectiveness. They consider adding topical Minoxidil and dermal needling, while others advise patience.
community Oral Minoxidil: Dosing, Timing, PE Risk, and Why Your Weight Matters (with actual data)
Oral minoxidil dosing should be based on body weight to minimize side effects, with higher doses increasing risks like pericardial effusion. Combining oral minoxidil with topical treatments and finasteride can improve hair growth, but regular heart health monitoring is essential.
community I stopped finasteride and minoxidil and I regret it
The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to increased hair loss. They have resumed these treatments and are considering a hair transplant.
community I stopped taking Min and deeply regretted it.
Stopping Minoxidil caused significant hair loss, which was mostly regained after resuming 1mg Finasteride and 3mg oral Minoxidil. Consistent use of both treatments is essential for maintaining hair growth.
community 1 year on Dutasteride did my hair get worse
The user experienced mixed results after one year on Dutasteride, with some areas of hair appearing worse and others better. They increased their Dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg daily and started using RU58841, with suggestions to add Minoxidil for improved results.