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      community do minoxidil and finasteride shed the same type of hair?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride may cause different shedding patterns; the user experienced shedding with finasteride which stopped, and is now concerned about potential shedding after starting minoxidil. They have been on finasteride for 3 months, minoxidil for 1 week, and had exosome therapy 1 month ago.

      community 6 months topical liquid min & oral fin

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user completed 6 months of using topical liquid minoxidil and oral finasteride, experiencing initial hair shedding followed by gradual regrowth after 2 months. They also dealt with dandruff and reported no negative impact on sex drive.

      community Finastride and Oral minoxidil 4 Months

      in Progress Pictures  689 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) and finasteride (1 mg) after two years without results, noticing some initial shedding but no significant side effects. Others in the conversation discuss similar experiences with these treatments, including shedding, body hair growth, and varying results.

      community DHT blockers for women, and your experiences with them?

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with Spironolactone for hair loss, noting it stopped hair loss and cleared acne but had side effects like frequent urination and potential kidney damage. They also mentioned Bicalutamide as a potentially more potent DHT blocker with fewer side effects and asked for others' experiences with DHT blockers for women.

      community My Bloodwork — After 4 Months On Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is on Finasteride for hair loss, taking 0.5mg daily, and plans to reduce the dose to 0.25mg while making lifestyle changes to lower prolactin, SHGB, and cortisol. They will retest in 90 days to assess progress and are open to advice.

      community 19F, hair loss. How to cope? [x-post /r/Haircarescience]

       10 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 19-year-old female is experiencing significant hair loss, with symptoms including alternating hair colors and thinning body hair. She seeks advice on coping and potential treatments, with suggestions to consult a dermatologist and check thyroid and hormone levels.

      community 5 Months Update - Finastride and Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 10 hours ago
      The user shared a 5-month update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil twice daily and Finasteride every other day, noting significant progress and initial shedding. The user started treatment at age 33 after experiencing hair loss since their early 20s.

      community My first 3 months battle against hairloss

      in Is this regrowth?  332 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over three months using 1.25mg oral finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. Initial side effects included mood swings, but these stabilized over time.

      community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.

      community two weeks apart — signs of regrowth? 1mg fin ED, 5mg oral min ED, 1ml topical min ED, 2% keto shampoo every three-four days, 0.5mm microneedling once a week. been 1 month and a week since i started the regimen with fin, added min within a week and keto shampoo after a month.

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress in using medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, along with keto shampoo and microneedling, to treat their hair loss. Replies suggested that the user was seeing positive results quickly, but noted the heavy treatments used may cause extra shedding.

      community Min month 1 vs month 3. Starting fin soon

      in Chat  4 upvotes 3 weeks 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 2 months update minoxidil + dut

      in Is this regrowth?  195 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, with users sharing their experiences and results. Some users report improvements, while others mention side effects like low libido and erectile dysfunction.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community 5 months of nuking T, 2 months of minoxidil

      in Transgender  487 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user transitioned from finasteride to Cyproterone and started using Minoxidil, resulting in healthier hair and regrowth. They plan to wean off Minoxidil in a year, depending on regrowth.

      community The first three months on minoxidil 2%

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed hair thinning and has been using a treatment with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17 alpha estradiol for three months, seeing some regrowth. The user had dermatitis, now cured, which worsened the hair loss.

      community 6 weeks minoxidil… and spironolactone

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil and spironolactone are used for hair regrowth, with visible progress noted. Spironolactone is discussed as a treatment option, particularly in the context of transitioning, with concerns about its effects on men.

      community 36 year old. 18month moxidil and fin.

      in Progress Pictures  732 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old has been using 1mg oral finasteride daily and minoxidil foam twice daily for 18 months, experiencing significant hair regrowth with no side effects. Initial shedding occurred, but noticeable improvements began around 11 months, with major changes by 16 months.

      community 6 months on minoxidil and finastreride

      in Progress Pictures  1661 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 24-year-old experienced improved hair growth using 5% minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and dermastamping, but faced side effects like low libido and mild erectile dysfunction. They plan to reduce finasteride dosage after full results and may consider a hair transplant if thinning recurs.

      community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

      in Female  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

      community hairloss treatment, what to expect (bloodwork)

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatment options, focusing on finasteride and its potential effects on gynecomastia. The user is considering finasteride while managing hormone levels with supplements like boron, vitamin D, zinc, magnesium, and P5P, and is advised to consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation.

      community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  1046 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.