community Saw palmetto, eucapil and micro needeling
User noticed receding temples, used minoxidil and microneedling with positive results. Added saw palmetto and eucapil, experienced shedding and thinner hairline, but no side effects.
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community Front Scalp Thinning Despite Using 1mg Fin & 2.5mg Min: AGA or Other Cause?
The user is experiencing significant hair thinning on the front scalp while taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. They are unsure if it's androgenetic alopecia or related to seborrheic dermatitis.
community Acute shedding episodes. Had telogen effluvium last year. Remission for a few months(thought I was over the shedding stuff 🥲). Now if I have any major stress days, THAT day I get a major shed and a few days after.
The user experiences immediate hair shedding linked to stress, unlike typical telogen effluvium, and is seeking answers. A suggestion was made to use spironolactone and topical minoxidil to address potential DHT-related shedding.
community Shedding After 7 Months on 1mg Finasteride - Is This Normal?
The user has been using 1mg finasteride for 7 months without shedding but is now experiencing significant hair loss in the shower. They are concerned and questioning if this is normal.
community Magic mushrooms , hair loss, OCD Any correlation ?
Magic mushrooms may reduce stress and anxiety about hair, potentially affecting hair loss. Users report feeling better about their hair after using mushrooms.
community Fin stopped working or just a bad shed
The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and recently adding retinol cream. They are unsure if it's a bad shed or if the treatments have plateaued.
community A Different Take on Curing MBP
Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.
community Severe shedding and thinning around 1 year after hair transplant — can transplanted hair grow back?
community Huge hair shedding on Astaxanthin.
Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Do we have an agreed upon consensus on the best microneedling length?
A video suggests 0.6mm microneedling is more effective for hair regrowth than 1.2mm, as it causes less trauma to stem cells. People commonly believe 1.5mm is best, but this may vary based on individual factors.
community I'm 18 years old with diffuse thinning for 3 years and I'm not responding to minoxidil
community WHEN does regrowth even happen?
The user changed their hair loss treatment in October/November, experienced increased shedding, and now sees no new hair growth, with a worsening condition and a possible bald spot. They also have severe seborrheic dermatitis, which may be affecting their scalp and hair loss.
community MTF why am I suddenly shedding hair of exactly the same length
The user experienced hair shedding after increasing minoxidil from 5% to 7% with latanoprost, possibly causing telogen effluvium. They are on HRT with Lupron, Estradiol, and Raloxifene, and are concerned about the shedding's duration.
community Microneedling : Questions regarding routine and sanitary
The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.
community My scalp is dry and scaly feeling 2 weeks after microneedling
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers and coconut oil without success and are seeking advice.
community What’s wrong with my scalp?
The user is experiencing white flakes on their scalp despite using anti-dandruff shampoos and oils for six weeks. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole at higher concentrations, as it might be seborrheic dermatitis, which can lead to hair loss if untreated.
community Can selenium be harmful to hair?
The user experienced increased hair shedding after taking a multivitamin containing selenium and questioned if selenium was the cause. The conversation revolves around the potential negative effects of selenium on hair health.
community Hair loss from sickness 2 month update , progress ?
The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and has only taken vitamins for recovery. They are seeking advice on regrowth progress after two months.
community What treatment should I take? and is it really bad?
OP is experiencing significant hair loss despite GFC and PRP treatments and has abnormal lab results. They are advised to consult a hair-focused dermatologist for further evaluation.
community I’m shedding vellus hairs constantly and haven’t felt like I’ve made much progress, but taking pictures with flash in the dark looks like regrowth
The conversation discusses a person's experience with hair loss treatments, including 7 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, switching to oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They notice hair regrowth more with flash photography than in regular light.
community IGE Hair Loss and Miniaturization
A 23-year-old male is experiencing diffuse hair loss and miniaturization, possibly due to high IGE levels after using tofacitinib. He seeks advice and has not yet consulted a dermatologist.
community First time rapid shedding M(30) in last 6-7 months. What to do?
A 30-year-old male experienced rapid hair shedding over 6-7 months due to stress, depression, and nicotine/alcohol use, but has since stopped these habits. He seeks advice on remedies, medications, or diet changes to address hair loss.
community 18M , on minox 5% for 1.5 months, is this regrowth??
An 18-year-old is using topical minoxidil 5% and derma rolling weekly for hair regrowth after shaving their head, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. They are questioning if the changes observed are signs of regrowth.
community Massive non stop shedding on and off fin (consistent for 2 months)
community MSM Supplementation is helping my hairs
The user reports that MSM supplementation has thickened their hair strands while using finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also take zinc, copper, B-complex, vitamin C, vitamin D3, and K2, and plan to add omega-3, magnesium, astaxanthin, and pterostilbene.
community Continuous Shedding 4 Months into Minoxidil and Finasteride Treatment - Is This Normal?
The user is experiencing hair shedding after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, questioning if this is normal. They are concerned about thinning at the hairline despite using these treatments.
community Just an interesting pic where you can see my original hairline. Looks like it’s eating at my sides too which seems weird. I think min made these hairs more prominent.
Hair loss discussion includes Minoxidil and regrowth. Regrowing hairs start light and curly, then become dark and thick; losing temporal peaks is normal.
community Oral min+fin(M21) 3 months progress
community [35 M] Hair thinning all over body. Testosterone, Thyroid, Vitamins all normal. What could be wrong?
A 35-year-old male experiences rapid hair loss on his head and body despite normal test results for testosterone, thyroid, and vitamins. He previously used topical minoxidil and retinol, and doctors have been consulted without finding a clear cause.