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      community Progress after 4 years of Fin?

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and thicker hair after using finasteride daily for four years and recently added topical minoxidil. They are considering derma stamping but are cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential side effects.

      community Losing ground on dut for 1.5y daily

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.

      community Uncle not on meds vs. uncle on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  342 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 43-year-old uncle on finasteride for 5 years has more hair than his 53-year-old uncle not on medication. Users discuss the effects and side effects of finasteride, including potential sexual side effects and gynecomastia.

      community Finasteride after 1 year. Is it working?

      in Is this regrowth?  158 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride has helped stabilize hair loss, with some users noticing visible improvement and regrowth, particularly in temple areas. Side effects of finasteride are discussed, and minoxidil is suggested as an additional treatment if hair loss resumes.

      community minoxidil saved my life (no cap)

      in Chat  137 upvotes 10 months ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improved hair growth and stopped hair loss, with no major side effects. The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil, added finasteride, and later transitioned to dutasteride, experiencing regrowth and thicker hair.

      community Control your blood pressure - for me this was my root issue

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      Managing blood pressure can help with hair loss, as seen with the use of medications like Cialis and oral minoxidil, which improved hairline and blood pressure. Lifestyle changes, such as reducing stimulant use and adjusting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) doses, also play a role in addressing hair loss and overall health.

      community 2 months difference - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  431 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial side effects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community 1.5 years of fin & 2 years of min (oral)

      in Progress Pictures  391 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil for 2 years and finasteride for 1.5 years, with no side effects reported. They are considering derma rolling and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community (23M) Started Topical Fin + Min 2 years ago

      in Progress Pictures  499 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his two-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting some recent shedding. Users discussed their experiences, side effects, and offered advice, with some suggesting adding microneedling to enhance results.

      community Topical Dutasteride Progress (2.5 months)

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old male is using a topical treatment for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Ketoconazole, and Hydrocortisone, along with derma rolling. He reports no side effects from the treatment and seeks feedback on its effectiveness for hair regrowth.

      community Hairline getting better each day.

      in Progress Pictures  1744 upvotes 11 months ago
      An 18-year-old shares their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil twice a day (mixed with tretinoin 0.025% at night), ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week, and occasional dermarolling. They report no side effects and emphasize the importance of consistency and early intervention.

      community What’s the appropriate dose of oral Min for a beginner?

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old is using oral minoxidil (1.25 mg) and finasteride (1 mg) for hair loss, with additional weekly dermarolling. They are considering whether to increase the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg but are advised to stay at 1.25 mg for now.

      community Duta 2,5mg/day - No Progress - 28M

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.

      community Blood Results - 2 years on Finasteride, 1 year on dutasteride

      in Research/Science  127 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss but is experiencing low energy and motivation, possibly due to high prolactin levels. Despite treatment, hairline recession continues, and the user is considering the impact of low DHT levels on overall health and energy.

      community 1 month and half, finasteride only.

      in Is this regrowth?  137 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress after 1.5 months of using finasteride only, with suggestions to add minoxidil and microneedling for better results. Users recommend patience, consistency, and consulting a professional before making changes to the treatment plan.

      community Anyone else super depressed cause of hairloss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  185 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is dealing with hair loss, using finasteride and oral minoxidil, and considering dutasteride. Others suggest treatments like dutasteride, hair transplants, therapy, and lifestyle changes to boost confidence and mental health.

      community Why did you move back to finasteride?

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 1 year ago
      Some users choose finasteride over dutasteride due to fewer side effects and cost, while others find dutasteride more effective despite its side effects. Many combine treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, adjusting based on personal experiences and side effects.

      community When to Start Hair Loss Routine with a Wedding coming up in 5.5 months.

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment routine before a wedding in 5.5 months. The suggested treatments include topical Minoxidil, a red light cap, microneedling, and possibly supplements, but opinions vary on whether it's too late to start, with some recommending using hair fibers for the wedding.

      community 18-month update: 39M, Dut, Min, Saw Palmetto, Biotin, Red Light, Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  140 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old man shared his 18-month hair regrowth progress using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, biotin, red light therapy, and microneedling. He experienced significant improvement after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil, with plans to possibly consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community 2.4 years on only fin(1mg daily)

      in Progress Pictures  168 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user who has been using finasteride for 2.4 years to stop hair loss and is considering adding minoxidil for regrowth. Many users suggest adding minoxidil to improve hair regrowth, while some discuss the cost and effectiveness of treatments.

      community 4 Weeks - Oral Minoxidil & Dutasteride. Minor changes.

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial side effects like minor sickness and reduced sexual desire. The user is surprised by the early results and plans to continue the treatment, also using Nizoral shampoo.