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      community My experimental hair loss journey under medical supervision: finasteride/dutasteride, oral/topical minoxidil+tretinoin (3-month progress and hair transplant insights for those considering it)

      in Treatment  43 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 23-year-old discusses their hair loss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hair loss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.

      community Dermaneedling+minox+tretinoin+azaleic acid and hair loss

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped oral treatments due to side effects and switched to a regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, azelaic acid, and dermaneedling, with recent addition of topical finasteride. They are questioning the long-term effectiveness of non-hormonal methods and considering hair transplantation.

      community Dealing with Retrograde Alopecia

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.

      community people already noticing 2.5 months in

      in Chat  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      People noticed fuller hair after using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml topical minoxidil daily, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. Users shared their experiences and were generally open about their treatments.

      community 1.5 Month Photo Update in Similar Light

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's hair loss progress after 1.5 months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, and various oils/supplements. The responses are positive, noting visible improvement and encouraging continued use for even better results.

      community Switching to Oral from Topical min effective or not

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may lead to better results for some users, with oral minoxidil generally being more effective due to higher absorption. However, it can also cause side effects like hypertrichosis and blood pressure issues, and individual responses may vary.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.

      community Recent discovered thinning hair, taking steps to diagnose.

      in Chat  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 43-year-old noticed significant hair thinning and is using topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Alpecin, biotin, zinc, copper, vitamin D, and rosemary oil. They plan to see an endocrinologist and have blood tests scheduled to investigate further.

      community 9-Month Routine Update. Advice?

      in Update  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and has recently added microneedling, showing slight progress. The new protocol includes switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex, while seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.

      community Thoughts? 9 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, noting no visible improvement and considering switching fully to dutasteride. Another user commented that there were gains in the temples and praised the early intervention.

      community My treatment from 2023 to 2025

      in General  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced initial success with finasteride and topical minoxidil, but hair loss returned, leading to changes in treatment including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and supplements. Despite increasing minoxidil dosage, hair loss persisted, prompting consideration of injectable treatments.

      community One year on finasteride has reversed some aging

      in Chat  198 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.

      community Time for that update again. After 4mos of fin/min/microneedling

      in Update  54 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is updating on their hair loss treatment progress after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil spray, and weekly 1mm dermarolling. The crown area is slowly improving, with a smaller bald spot radius compared to the previous month.

      community I am Transitioning to Oral Minoxidil after 3 years

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about transitioning from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with additional use of Finasteride and Dutasteride. The user reports no side effects from oral Minoxidil and hopes for better results despite experiencing shedding during treatment changes.

      community 9-Month Routine Update. Advice?

      in Update  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and is now switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex. They are seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.

      community Results at 15ish months for a 46 year old.

      in Update  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 46-year-old shared their successful hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and head massages with lavender and peppermint oil, with noticeable improvement and no significant side effects except for darker eyelashes. They encourage others to try these treatments.

      community 9 months of treatment as an aggressive diffuse thinner

      in Progress Pictures  63 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and other treatments for hair loss over nine months, seeing some improvement in hair thickness and crown volume but continued thinning at the hairline. They plan to continue treatment for another nine months despite being sensitive to DHT fluctuations and are considering increasing dosages or other options like a hair transplant.

      community Can't wait to show my before and afters!

      in Update  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user started using Minoxidil and Dutasteride in December 2025 for hair loss. They have noticed improvements according to friends and family but are seeking additional tips to enhance results.