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      community The Empire (Itch) Strikes Back

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.

      community 7 months topical fin only trying to fix center of hairline

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss in the center of their hairline and has been using topical finasteride for seven months with minimal progress. They are considering switching treatments due to concerns about losing ground and potential side effects of other options.

      community Is there any hope for my hairline?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced reduced hair fall with topical minoxidil and finasteride but no regrowth, and faced hormonal issues with oral finasteride. They are considering a hair transplant and exploring treatments like topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and hair supplements.

      community Heavy shedding after adding tretinoin (.01%) to minoxidil - 2.5 months

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      After adding tretinoin to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, the user experienced increased shedding and no visible regrowth, despite also using microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. The user cannot take finasteride due to side effects and is seeking advice on whether to continue with the current routine or modify the use of tretinoin.

      community Back From The Dead( 1 Yr 5% Min 0.1% Fin)

      in Progress Pictures  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced significant hair recovery using 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, specifically with the Traya brand. The user emphasizes consistency and early treatment for effective results, noting improvements in hair volume and some side effects like dry scalp.

      community What’s the consensus on tretinoin?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may increase minoxidil absorption but could potentially worsen hair loss over time. Users discuss applying 0.5% tretinoin gel to the hairline/scalp with minoxidil.

      community 6 months progress, topical Fin/Min

      in Is this regrowth?  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topical finasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hair growth as they let their hair grow out.

      community Heavy shedding 10 months after HT

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy shedding 10 months after a hair transplant and used a topical solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride, later switching to Finoduta. They also dealt with a dry scalp and greasy hair, using various shampoos and conditioners, and sought advice on whether the shedding was normal and how to manage the dry scalp.

      community MY PROGRESS MIN & FIN (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but hasn't seen improvement after six months, experiencing increased shedding instead. Suggestions include continuing the treatment for a year, considering topical minoxidil, and possibly adding dutasteride if needed.

      community 6.5 months 0.5-1.5mg d/Dut and 5-10mg OM. Have I regressed?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using various hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling, but feels they may have lost hair and is considering a hair transplant. They are advised to stick to one treatment for 6-12 months to see results, as frequent changes may hinder progress.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community 4 months on fin, adding topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user in their 40s is using finasteride every other day and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, considering adding topical minoxidil for further regrowth, including on eyebrows. They are advised to continue with the current regimen for a few more months before reassessing and to be cautious with minoxidil due to its application challenges and potential risks to pets.

      community Been diagnosed with mpb and acute TE

      in Chat  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

      community 17M 4 Month Update (Old Threads On Profile)

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old male has experienced significant hair loss within 4 months, noticing scalp visibility constantly. He's used ketoconazole shampoo, and his dermatologist recommends minoxidil and finasteride when he turns 18, but he's considering shaving his head due to the rapid hair loss.

      community Experience with hair transplant or additional mechanisms for hairline

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.
      16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      community 16 advice on routine I’m beginning

      in General  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and bald spots, using Nizoral, rosemary oil, fluocinolone, and receiving PRP treatments. They are considering oral minoxidil and finasteride but are hesitant due to age and financial constraints.

      community 7 month progress Min/Fin/Microneedle/Ketoconazole

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for 7 months using a combination of pyrilutamide, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling, a topical mix of GHK-Cu and minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. Another user suggests that continuous small improvements could lead to significant hair regrowth over time.

      community Desperate for help - Dread shed since 5 months!

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hair loss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.

      community 1.1 on fin and 1.5 on minox. Micro needling 2 months.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a person's hair loss treatment over 1.1 years with finasteride, 1.5 years with minoxidil, and 2 months of microneedling, noting less shedding since starting vitamin D3 a month ago. Commenters are impressed with the results.

      community M18, On tropical minox 5% for 2 months now

      in Minoxidil  27 upvotes 6 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months for hair loss, with a history of vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. Users suggest starting finasteride and blocking DHT for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community Starting at other men’s scalps

      in Update  77 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss discussion, emotional investment in scalp photos. Mentioned treatments: Min (Minoxidil), Fin (finasteride), RU (RU58841).

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

      community 3 Months on 1mg Fin & 5% Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  76 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice a day, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for hair regrowth, noticing progress in crown thickness and some temple regrowth. He is considering adding oral minoxidil to enhance results but is concerned about potential side effects.