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      community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Switching to oral minoxidil...

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      OP plans to switch from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results and is advised to overlap both for a few weeks before discontinuing the topical. Oral minoxidil may be more effective for non-responders to topical treatment.

      community Scalp Psoriasis and Fin/Min options?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user with scalp psoriasis and hair loss is hesitant to use topical minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about psoriasis and potential side effects. They are considering alternatives like pumpkin seed and saw palmetto.

      community Developed dark circles from Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Minoxidil can cause dark circles and skin issues, and users suggest reducing dosage or switching to foam. Supplements like vitamin C, glycine, and MSM may help with collagen production to reduce these side effects.

      community M28 104 days on dut+min and cafune shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  156 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old has been using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg, topical minoxidil 5%, and Cafune shampoo for 104 days with positive results and is considering adding microneedling. No side effects from dutasteride have been reported.

      community Topical minoxidil 3 months results

      in Progress Pictures  624 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.

      community Fin + Oral Min 6 months progress (2 pics with dermmatch+toppik)

      in Progress Pictures  607 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride (Fin) and oral minoxidil (Oral Min), with progress shown using hair fibers like DermMatch and Toppik. The original poster plans a hair transplant and mentions side effects like reduced libido from finasteride.

      community Once daily topical Min, weekly 1.5 mm dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5% minoxidil once daily and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller weekly for three months, considering increasing minoxidil usage but avoiding finasteride due to libido concerns. Another person suggests considering other treatments like RU58841, alfatradiol, topical finasteride, clascoterone, or saw palmetto since not using a DHT blocker could be less effective.

      community Month 5 topical minoxidil oral finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil 5-6 days a week, tretinoin before minoxidil 3 times a week, and dermastamping weekly for hair loss treatment. They are considering adding dutasteride to their regimen and have not experienced any side effects from finasteride.

      community 7 months on oral finasteride and topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  298 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The results sparked a mix of disbelief and congratulations, with some users discussing initial hair shedding and side effects.

      community I’m afraid if using oral finasteride + topical minoxidil (28 yo)

      in General  77 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is concerned about the long-term commitment and potential side effects of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss. They are debating whether to accept their hair loss or start the treatment despite mixed results from others.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community one month progress but with better lighting

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures of hair growth after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, noting improved lighting in the photos. They experienced a faster heart rate for a few weeks and a slight decrease in libido as side effects.

      community Oral Minoxidil only users (no fin-dut)

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      Oral Minoxidil users discuss their experiences with hair regrowth, noting that results may be temporary without a DHT blocker. Some users report significant regrowth after several months but express concerns about needing additional treatments.

      community Ggs in the chat. ✌🏼 A year and a half on it.

      in Progress Pictures  371 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, and microneedling weekly, experiencing initial side effects like ball pain and weaker erections, which resolved over time. They reported improved hair density after 7 months and recommend adding derma stamping to the routine for better results.

      community hello

       144 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 12-year-old diagnosed with alopecia shares their experience and current treatments, including Dermovate, an unnamed cream, and liquid iron. The community offers support and encouragement.