A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering Clascoterone and Minoxidil as treatments, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about fertility and hormones. A suggestion was made to use Clascoterone for local DHT targeting and combine it with Minoxidil for maintenance and regrowth while avoiding systemic side effects.
A user shared their positive hairloss journey using 1mg/day oral finasteride, showing significant improvement after 8-9 months without side effects. They expressed relief in having control over their hairloss and are open to questions about their experience.
A 23-year-old has been using minoxidil, finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, a multivitamin, and microneedling to address hairloss, noticing baby hairs and a fuller frontal hairline but concerns about a thin right temple. They are considering adding rosemary oil and switching to a 1.5 mm dermastamp for further improvement.
A private clinic suggests starting with topical Minoxidil only, raising concerns about DHT blocking and potential side effects of Finasteride. The user is considering whether to follow this plan or use a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair thinning.
The user showed a 4-month hairloss treatment progress using topical finasteride with minoxidil, Redensyl, Procapil, Capixyl, ketoconazole shampoo, and occasional microneedling. They took consistent progress photos under the same conditions.
A 25-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning at the hairline and vertex, considering using a dermapen or dermastamp, and seeking advice on whether to continue with natural remedies like onion juice and rosemary oil or start using minoxidil or finasteride. He is also looking for recommendations on microneedling devices.
The user experienced significant hair thinning despite using finasteride and minoxidil, leading to concerns about whether it's a temporary shed or a more serious issue. They plan to start using RU58841 and are advised to consult a doctor to rule out other causes like autoimmune disorders.
A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hairloss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.
A 19-year-old experienced significant hairloss, improved with minoxidil, and is considering adding finasteride to his routine. He is concerned about future hairloss and potential side effects of finasteride.
A 28-year-old male is happy with his hair regrowth on the crown after using topical Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.25% once daily, micro needling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo once a week. He has experienced no significant side effects, and his hair has become darker and thicker, with improvements in his hairline.
The user is considering starting minoxidil or getting their scalp checked for permanent scarring due to noticing thinner hair after bleaching. They are seeking advice on hairloss remedies.
The user is concerned about hairloss and is using treatments like dutasteride, microneedling, and topical finasteride, while considering adding RU58841. They are also using Minoxidil on the temples and are worried about testosterone-related hairloss.
The user shared their hairloss treatment progress from October 2023 to January 2025, using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil, Hims shampoo, and a multivitamin. They noted improved hair growth despite not saving their hairline.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is using oral finasteride and minoxidil chewables, along with microneedling and anti-dandruff shampoo, to manage it. Despite experiencing significant shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth in the coming months.
Hairloss is a common issue, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil used but not as permanent cures. Frustration exists over societal perceptions and the lack of a definitive solution.
The user has been using Finasteride for over four months to treat androgenetic alopecia but continues to experience hairloss and thinning. They recently started using Minoxidil and are considering switching to Dutasteride due to concerns about Finasteride's effectiveness.
The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hairloss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss despite dermatitis.
A person dealing with hairloss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
A 24-year-old male with crown thinning and an oily scalp is seeking advice on shampoo recommendations and whether to restart minoxidil or try a hair growth serum. He is concerned about daily shampooing and managing greasy hair.
User is a Norwood 2-2.5, using 1.25 mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil lotion daily since June last year, experiencing significant regrowth. They are considering additional treatments like saw palmetto, microneedling, dutasteride, aminexil, stemoxydine, mesotherapy, ketoconazole shampoo, and alfatradiol to improve hair thickness.
Teenager with hairloss shares experience and encourages others to address their hairloss early. They use a stack of topical finasteride/minoxidil, derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment.
A user's 4-year journey of using Finasteride to improve their hairline, which they started noticing results from within the first month, and experienced significant shedding during the first year. They also tried Minoxidil but had heart palpitations so stopped taking it.
Scalp massage significantly reduced hairloss for the user, who had been using finasteride without improvement. The user attributes the reduction in hairloss to the massage rather than the medication.
A user has been experiencing hairloss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
The user is experiencing hairloss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.
A mid-40s male experienced significant hairloss after weight loss, tried minoxidil with no success, then started 1mg finasteride daily, resulting in reduced hairloss and thicker hair in three months. Users expressed amazement and inquired about side effects and improvement timeline.
Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hairloss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.