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User experienced significant hair regrowth with multiple treatments, but then had a brutal shedding period, losing progress. Others questioned the number of treatments used and potential side effects.

After 5 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 2ml topical minoxidil, 3mg oral minoxidil, biotin, and shampoo with nioxin and nizoral, the individual saw decent hair improvement but is not fully satisfied yet.

Transgender hormone therapy, including Estradiol Valerate, Spironolactone, and Progesterone Micronized, can reverse male pattern baldness and improve hair health. The user shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after transitioning from male to female.

The user switched from a Hims Fin/Minoxidil spray to oral finasteride 1mg and over-the-counter Minoxidil 5% foam in July 2025 but feels the treatment isn't effective as hair loss continues. They seek advice on whether to continue the current regimen or try a different approach.

The effects of Finasteride on hair loss and its side-effects, such as aching balls. The user has been taking it for two years with no changes to the symptom.

The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after using minoxidil and stemoxydine together, despite initial shedding. They believe stemoxydine helps hair grow back faster, working well with minoxidil.

OP is considering adding dutasteride to their regimen of finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss plateauing. Users suggest oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant, with mixed opinions on dutasteride's effectiveness for temple regrowth.

A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.

A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.

A user's 1-year progress using the God Stack, which is a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and stemoxydine. No side effects were experienced other than watery semen for the first few months.

The user shared their 4.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral dutasteride, along with biotin, vitamin D, saw palmetto, and multivitamins. They use a combination of finasteride and dutasteride weekly, with micro-stamping, to address hair loss.

A user's 15 month progress with finasteride and minoxidil treatments, which have produced great results. Microneedling depth and frequency were discussed in the replies.

User is asking for progress on hair regrowth after 6 months of using oral finasteride and minoxidil tablets. Replies suggest good results and recommend using dutasteride instead of finasteride for severe hair loss.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.

A 48-year-old male is experiencing hair loss despite taking finasteride for four months. He is considering oral minoxidil but is concerned about high blood pressure and is unsure about taking spironolactone.

The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using dutasteride and minoxidil for over five years and is considering adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and nizoral to their regimen. They are concerned about the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, especially with an upcoming event.

A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.

The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

The user successfully improved their hair from Norwood 3 to 0.5 using finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and a hair peptide, and plans to maintain it with dutasteride. They are leaving the forum due to emotional distress caused by the community.

A user is considering starting spironolactone for hair loss without consulting a dermatologist, as previous dermatologists only recommended biotin, vitamins, or PRP. The user notes that spironolactone is affordable in their country.

The user has been using finasteride every other day and oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, noticing new baby hairs. They are hopeful about regaining hair on their temples.

Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. It is advised to continue this regimen for 12-18 months before considering any changes.

A 23-year-old used daily oral finasteride (1.1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) for a year, resulting in significant hair regrowth, especially at the left temple, and increased eyebrow density. The user experienced mild initial shedding and itchiness but no other treatments were used, and libido normalized quickly after a slight initial dip.

A user is worried about hair loss despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and keto shampoo for two years and is considering switching to dutasteride. Responses suggest patience, lifestyle changes, or trying additional treatments like microneedling.

The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole for hair loss but feels their condition has worsened over six months. They are considering whether to continue with the current treatment or try additional methods.

The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

The user is using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but reduced the dosage due to side effects like lightheadedness and weakness. They are also taking vitamins and natural DHT blockers.

The user shared their hair regrowth journey using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, silica, biotin, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with cyproterone and estradiol. They reported substantial hairline improvement and some crown thinning, with hopes for further progress.

Topical estrogen or estradiol for hair loss is being discussed for its effectiveness compared to finasteride. Users are sharing their experiences and opinions on its potential benefits.