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      community 2,5-3 months progress. I might be a hyper responder?

      in Is this regrowth?  16 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.

      community M25, 4 Months results - 1ml Min + 1mg Fin

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old shared impressive 4-month hair regrowth results using 1ml Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, along with Trioxidil shampoo. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects, and recommend the Foligain brand for both shampoo and Minoxidil.

      community Is IGF-1 the reason why some people don't respond well to min-fin treatment?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who didn't respond well to minoxidil and finasteride is considering the role of IGF-1 in hair loss treatment effectiveness. They discuss the potential of using HGH to improve hair growth and other health issues, referencing several sources that suggest IGF-1 levels may influence hair loss and treatment response.

      community M19 Minoxidil and microneeddling 0.5mm

      in Chat  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride. The user is concerned about worsening hair loss and is advised to consider finasteride.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community M22 Shedding recovery fin 1mg min 1ml

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (1ml), noting significant shedding phases but hoping for improvement. Shedding is a common synchronized effect of the treatment, which may desynchronize over time, potentially taking over 5 years.

      community 10 months Fin 1mg & micro needling

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 10-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and micro-needling, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They plan to add oral minoxidil to boost hair density.

      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

      community now exactly 2 years since starting 1mg oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  749 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily and recently added minoxidil 5% to address remaining gaps. They reported no significant side effects, attributing any perceived changes to weight fluctuations rather than the medication.

      community Second shed, non-stop flaking, itching

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase and increased flaking and itching while using minoxidil 5% nightly and microneedling every two weeks, with needle length increasing over time. Other users suggest the hair loss may continue without the use of finasteride.

      community Putting antihistamine cream on scalp to fight inflammation and itchy scalp?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical antihistamine creams, like diphenhydramine, are being considered for scalp inflammation and itchiness as an adjunct to standard hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The user is cautious about oral antihistamines due to potential side effects and is exploring topical options.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community 2 months update of minoxidil + Microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using daily 5% minoxidil and weekly microneedling, and plans to add finasteride soon. They are considering the effectiveness of once-daily minoxidil and adjusting microneedling needle size.

      community any minox non-responders turn to good responders after adding microneedling or tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about someone who initially had positive results with Minoxidil for hair loss, lost those gains due to a hospital stay, and is now not seeing the same results upon resuming treatment. They plan to add microneedling and/or tretinoin to their regimen and are seeking success stories from others who did not respond to Minoxidil alone.

      community Min month 1 vs month 3. Starting fin soon

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced hair growth after three months of using Minoxidil and plans to start Finasteride soon. The user is considering a hair transplant next year and is curious about the potential for further growth.

      community M28 5 Month insane progress, Fin&Min

      in Progress Pictures  78 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their impressive hair regrowth progress after 5 months using 1mg oral finasteride every other day, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, weekly dermastamping, and daily scalp massages. They reported no side effects and began seeing improvement after 2.5 months.

      community 3 months on 1 mg of finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shares 3-month progress on 1 mg finasteride daily, experiencing increased appetite as a side effect. They also use microneedling, topical minoxidil, and mielle rosemary mint scalp and hair strengthening oil.