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      community 32M: Oral Fin/Minox for 6 Months - Seeking Advice on Continued Thinning

      in Finasteride  117 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced short-term hair regrowth with topical minoxidil, but thinning resumed. He switched to oral finasteride and minoxidil, saw initial improvement, but now faces aggressive thinning again and is considering other treatments like dutasteride, derma rollers, or red light caps.

      community 20m min/fin/nizoral 9 month progress.

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old male has been using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Nizoral for 9 months to treat hair loss. Despite the treatment, he believes his condition has worsened and he's experiencing intense shedding.

      community does dermarolling work with oral minoxidil?

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether dermarolling (microneedling) works with oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. References to studies on microneedling alone and combined with minoxidil are provided.

      community Will oral minoxidil accelerate twink death?

      in Minoxidil  140 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can increase body hair growth, but effects differ among individuals. Some recommend topical minoxidil to prevent unwanted body hair while preserving scalp hair.

      community Anyone have experience with latanoprost topical?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the use of latanoprost foam for hair growth, with the user expressing concerns about its efficiency and safety. The user is currently using topical dutasteride, which maintains their hair but doesn't promote regrowth, and is seeking a product that doesn't affect hormone levels.

      community Topical fin/minox + nizo shampoo and microneedling

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hair regrowth but hasn't seen results after 2-3 weeks. They added tretinoin to their routine and are advised to wait a few months for potential changes.

      community started 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      An 18-year-old male with a family history of baldness started using 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride spray for hair loss. Suggestions included getting a blood test, considering oral dutasteride, and trying oral minoxidil.

      community Microneedling at 1mm feels I'm hitting my skull

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.

      community Are there actual risks with oral minoxidil? How can they be mitigated

      in Minoxidil  20 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no side effects.

      community Seeking Advice: Oral Minoxidil as Last Resort at 23?

      in Basic Questions  88 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 19 and has tried topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and topical finasteride, but experienced side effects. He is considering oral minoxidil as a last resort and seeks recommendations.

      community Update on "nothing working": think I found my issue

      in Update  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user discovered that a buildup of sebum and residue was preventing Minoxidil and finasteride from working effectively. After thorough scalp cleaning, hair shedding reduced significantly, and microneedling became more effective.

      community How to overcome baldness with finasteride allergy

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives for hair loss treatment for someone allergic to finasteride, suggesting options like hair systems, topical anti-androgens such as CB-03-01, RU58841, and kx-826. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals allergic to anti-androgen inhibitors and the need for more information on this topic.

      community Will taking DHT blockers at 17 prevent FULL facial bone growth?

      in Basic Questions  153 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 17-year-old is concerned that taking finasteride might affect facial bone growth and is considering switching to topical finasteride due to its reduced systemic effects. They are also using oral minoxidil and exploring other hair loss treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
      25M I need help

      community 25M I need help

      in General  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is considering switching back to topical minoxidil due to persistent scalp issues. Another user suggests an anti-inflammation regimen and oral dutasteride.

      community 1% cetirizine (available in allergy medicines) for androgenetic alopecia

       52 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.

      community 22M - 2 months progress on oral Fin/Min

      in Is this regrowth?  1055 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old shared his 2-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) for hair regrowth, showing noticeable improvement despite initial side effects like increased heart rate and headaches. Users discussed the effectiveness, side effects, and expectations of these treatments, with some expressing skepticism about the rapid results.

      community Rosemary+finasteride+oral minoxidil =?

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using rosemary oil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. Rosemary oil's effectiveness is debated, but it may improve scalp blood flow and hair appearance.
      Is my hairline starting to minituarize?

      community Is my hairline starting to minituarize?

      in General  117 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about potential hairline miniaturization and whether to start finasteride as a preventive measure. Recommendations include consulting a specialist and considering treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole.