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      community 7 months finasteride 1 mg -M31

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 31-year-old has been using 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, minoxidil spray, a dermaroller, and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth. The treatments have resulted in thick, healthy hair, and the user has been on finasteride since 2022, switching from lotion to pills in 2025.

      community 2 Year Finasteride Only Progress (41M)

      in Update  203 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 41-year-old man shared his two-year progress using finasteride for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement but wishing he had started earlier. He plans to add oral minoxidil to his routine despite concerns about potential side effects, emphasizing the importance of starting treatment early to combat hair loss.

      community Just got some test results back.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user received hormone test results showing normal estradiol and testosterone levels, low SHBG, and normal free androgen index. They are considering starting finasteride but are concerned due to being slightly overweight.

      community 40 years old. 5 months progress. New hair coming in daily.

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "mynameisbogus" shared their hair loss progress using various treatments including Dutasteride, RU, oral minoxidil, topical treatments, microneedling, dermastamping, rosemary oil, and scalp massaging. Other users commented on the extensive regimen and expressed their opinions.

      community Does anyone plan to microneedle their whole life?

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 19-year-old is concerned about long-term microneedling for hair loss and is unsure if it will remain effective as they age. They experienced side effects from topical finasteride and are considering whether to try it again in the future, while also dealing with body dysmorphia and stress.

      community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.
      18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      community 18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 7 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride for 4.5 months to address hair thinning noticed since Fall 2022. They report the back of their head feels thicker, but are unsure if it's due to actual progress or placebo effect.

      community 19 year old male and Finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 19-year-old male with hair loss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.

      community 4 months 5% foam min + finasteride - 20 years old

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 5% minoxidil foam and finasteride for four months, starting to see results after two months with no side effects. They also cut off damaged hair ends, wash their hair every other day, and advise managing stress to improve hair loss outcomes.

      community 39m 1.1mg finasteride 3mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their progress using 1.1mg oral finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil since January 2024, noting significant improvement without side effects. They previously had an allergic reaction to topical treatments.

      community Should I be shedding months after starting treatment?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning started finasteride and 2% minoxidil 8 months ago, then switched to 5% minoxidil with tretinoin 4 months ago. Despite initial improvement in hair density, he is now experiencing increased hair shedding, losing 100-200 hairs daily.

      community Losing ground after over 5 years on dutasteride and min

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using dutasteride and minoxidil for over five years and is considering adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and nizoral to their regimen. They are concerned about the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, especially with an upcoming event.

      community 18M progression pt.3 (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  744 upvotes 3 years ago
      User started balding at 16 and began treatment at 18, using RU58841, minoxidil, derma rolling, and peptides. After 6 months, they experienced significant hair regrowth and are happy with the results.
      What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      community What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      in General  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old is experiencing rapid hair thinning after weight loss, despite using finasteride for two years. They have added minoxidil, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, derma stamping, and are considering PRP treatment while slowly introducing dutasteride.

      community I got a weird one you guys/gals

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man experienced diffuse thinning and hair shedding due to sleep deprivation and low testosterone. After starting hCG treatment, he noticed hair regrowth on his temples.

      community 8 Months on oral min, time to add Fin?

      in General  121 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 2.5mg oral minoxidil for almost 9 months with reduced shedding but no regrowth and is considering adding oral finasteride despite potential side effects. They plan to consult their dermatologist about this addition to their treatment.

      community My 6 month journey thus far... 47yo Male.

      in Progress Pictures  422 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over six months using 1mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and 1ml 5% topical minoxidil, along with weekly derm stamping. He reported no major side effects, improved prostate health, and increased vascularity, with hair texture changes and minor nasal congestion.

      community Should I use topical min + fin at 16 even if my dermatologist approved?

      in Finasteride  86 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed a 16-year-old a mix of 5% topical minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride for hair loss, but the user is concerned about side effects. Another user advises against using finasteride at a young age due to potential growth impacts and suggests consulting a doctor to assess growth completion.

      community RU58841 + Minoxidil at 19 Years

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and considering using RU58841 alongside minoxidil, which initially worked but lost effectiveness. Others advise caution, suggesting safer alternatives like topical finasteride and consulting a doctor before using unapproved treatments like RU58841.

      community (25/f) “I am more than my hair”…. How can I finally get to believing that?

      11 years ago
      A woman who is experiencing Female Pattern Baldness and struggling to cope with it; she has tried a few treatments but is not satisfied with the results and feels like her femininity has been taken away from her. The conversation includes advice on possible treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and lifestyle changes.