18M experiencing hair loss, using finasteride and considering hairtransplant. Replies suggest waiting, giving finasteride a year, and consulting a specialist.
A 35-year-old male has been using finasteride for 2.5 years but still finds his hair loss unsatisfactory and is considering a hairtransplant. He is seeking advice on the number of grafts needed and affordable options in Canada.
The user regrew their hairline using mechanical stimulation, including a 1.5mm derma roller weekly, daily scalp massages, and other treatments like Nizoral, zinc pyrithione, fish oil, and Lipogaine The Big 5. They did not use Minoxidil or finasteride.
The user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and a topical lotion for dandruff, expressing dissatisfaction with past treatments like PRP and hairtransplants. They seek advice on a DNA test to determine suitable medications and express frustration with dermatologists' advice.
The conversation suggests waiting a few years before considering a hairtransplant, as the current treatments (finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP, and microneedling) may still yield results. Many recommend continuing with the current regimen and possibly adding dutasteride if necessary, while others advise against rushing into a transplant at 18.
A user shared their positive experience with a 3500 graft FUT hairtransplant by Dr. Scott Alexander in Phoenix, AZ, costing $14,000. They are using a daily Hims finasteride and minoxidil tablet and are pleased with the results, despite some initial concerns about scarring.
A 22-year-old experiencing severe hair loss is considering using Minoxidil and finasteride despite initial reluctance, and is also using vitamins and micro-needling. They are contemplating a hairtransplant but are advised to wait until at least age 30.
The user shared their hair restoration journey, using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and a 2,300 grafthairtransplant, resulting in significant improvement. They are happy with the results and do not believe the hair system worsened their hair loss.
The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, and microneedling. They are considering a hairtransplant due to lack of response to current treatments.
The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair density using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with microneedling as an additional treatment. They are considering a hairtransplant for low-density areas but are uncertain due to existing follicles.
A 36-year-old man is considering starting oral finasteride and minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and possibly getting a 3000-graft FUE hairtransplant. He previously had scalp micropigmentation but is now exploring medication due to fewer concerns about side effects.
The user is unhappy with the results of their second hairtransplant, feeling that grafts were wasted on an already transplanted hairline instead of increasing mid-scalp density. They regret stopping medications like Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841, which led to significant hair loss, and plan to restart them.
The user is very satisfied with their hairtransplant results after six months, using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They praise Dr. Anuj and consider future touch-ups for a small untouched crown area.
Celebrities often use hairpieces, transplants, or medications like Minoxidil to maintain their hairlines. Hairtransplants require ongoing medication, and opinions on their success vary.
The user shared a 4-month hair loss treatment update, using Kirkland liquid minoxidil twice daily, microneedling with 1.5mm and 0.5mm needles, and applying rosemary oil twice a week. They plan to start taking finasteride and also grew a beard by microneedling and applying minoxidil to their face.
The conversation discusses impressive hair regrowth results using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling over 20 months. Some users suspect a hairtransplant or hair system, while others inquire about specific product details and side effects.
A 45-year-old with NW class 6 baldness reports unexpected hair regrowth without a transplant after starting a new treatment in Lahore, Pakistan. Previous treatments with Minoxidil and Finasteride showed no progress, but the new specialist's approach is yielding results.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.
A new hair cloning breakthrough suggests a potential cure for hair loss, though skepticism remains about its availability and cost. Users discuss the possibility of unlimited hairgrafts for transplants and express hope for future developments.
Curved hairtransplantation requires specialized tools and techniques to avoid damaging hair follicles, with modified FUE being the preferred method. Proper extraction and implantation angles are crucial to prevent complications like keloids and sterile folliculitis.
User tried topical finasteride mixed with minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, oral minoxidil, and FUE hairtransplant for hair loss. User asks when it's safe to trim hair after transplant and considers trying RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
Scientists have successfully grown functional hair follicles in the lab, marking a significant advancement in hair regeneration research. A user shared their personal experience with hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil and Finasteride, and plans to share a detailed protocol for hair restoration.
A 30-year-old male with androgenic alopecia started using topical Minoxidil in 2018, Finasteride in 2020, and switched to oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride after Finasteride stopped working. He underwent hairtransplants in 2022 and 2025, showing significant improvement in recent photos.
Microneedling before a hairtransplant may harden the scalp and affect blood circulation, potentially impacting graft growth. Some users report successful transplants after microneedling, while others advise caution and consulting with a surgeon.
A 21 year old man who had a hairtransplant 8 months prior and is now more confident due to the results, as well as taking finasteride 3x per week, minoxidil topically and orally, and microneedling; it also includes advice from others on how to further improve his results.
The user had a hairtransplant with 2000 grafts in the frontal and mid-scalp areas and has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months. The crown area is expected to improve with continued treatment, and results are generally positive so far.