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      community Brutal ongoing Shed after 15 months on fin

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is experiencing severe hair loss despite using finasteride for 15 months, losing 500 hairs a day and 50% density since June. Minoxidil with needling was ineffective, and RU58841 is too expensive and hard to obtain.

      community Just over 4 months in. Am I seeing things?

      in Is this regrowth?  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports potential hair regrowth after using finasteride nightly, minoxidil twice daily, occasional microneedling, and vitamin supplements, and is considering RU58841 in the future. Replies suggest they are seeing improvement.

      community Scalp is constantly uncomfortable and irritated with lots of hair loss

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hair loss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.

      community Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering

      in Treatment  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.

      community Is my progress reversing? 5 months in

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, and ketoconazole for 5 months and noticed initial improvement but now feels progress has reversed. Another user reassures them that shedding is common and temporary, suggesting hair will likely improve in the coming months.

      community minoxidil and tretinoin usage

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, and recently added tretinoin to address hair loss, specifically around a receding hairline. They are seeking advice on application methods and mention experiencing mild skin rashes potentially from tretinoin.

      community Losing hair everywhere, idk what to do :(

       28 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 22-year-old male has been experiencing widespread hair loss for over four years, including pain and significant shedding. Treatments tried include ketoconazole shampoo, fluocinonide topical solution, biotin, ACV, and dry shampoo, but none have been effective.

      community What's the general consensus on microneedling here?

      in Microneedling  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, focusing on optimal needle depth and frequency. Users report varying practices, with some using Minoxidil after microneedling and others suggesting different depths and frequencies based on personal tolerance.

      community 1600 grafts (~5500 hairs) | 10 month results

      in Transplants  1669 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user received 1600 hair grafts but is dissatisfied and plans a second transplant for better coverage. They use minoxidil and finasteride and are considering adding dutasteride.

      community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.

      community That's some regrowth, I guess. [M31]

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user experiencing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical finasteride 0.05% once daily, weekly microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Other users noted visible progress and shared their own treatment experiences.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community Norwood 3.5 to Norwoord 5 wuth diffused thinning: damaged follicles all over the scalp due to 2 years of hair system usage. Has anyone faced a similar nightmare and recovered or revived their follicles? Desperately need help guys!

      in Hair Systems  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced hair loss from Norwood 3.5 to Norwood 5 with diffuse thinning after using a hair system for 2 years. Tried Redensyl, Capixyl, Bicapil, Biotin, multivitamins, Fin, and Min without significant improvement, seeking advice for hair recovery.

      community M18: I think microneedling is making my hair look thinner

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair thinning potentially due to excessive microneedling while using finasteride and minoxidil. Many suggest reducing microneedling frequency and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

      community First update - Minox - LL RLT - micro needling

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old male is documenting his hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, red light therapy, copper peptides, and micro-needling, with noticeable improvement in hair thickness and coverage. He plans to add a topical finasteride/minoxidil spray and aims for a shadow on his scalp rather than a full head of hair.

      community Heavy shedding 10 months after HT

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy shedding 10 months after a hair transplant and used a topical solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride, later switching to Finoduta. They also dealt with a dry scalp and greasy hair, using various shampoos and conditioners, and sought advice on whether the shedding was normal and how to manage the dry scalp.

      community Survived the 2nd shedding phase. 7mos progress.

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss experiencing shedding phases and the importance of trusting the process for hair regrowth.

      community Telogen came back

      in General  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing hair loss again despite using topical minoxidil (5%) for a year, possibly due to stress-related telogen effluvium. He is advised to continue using minoxidil and consider stress-reduction strategies while consulting a doctor for further evaluation.

      community Weird response to microneedling

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause sneezing and eye tearing due to nerve stimulation, particularly near the temples and forehead. Some users find it lessens over time, while others prefer using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.

      community 7 months progress with topicals only and micro needling.

      in Is this regrowth?  424 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth after seven months using topical minoxidil 5% combined with 0.1% finasteride and weekly micro needling. The community responded positively, noting visible improvement and discussing the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.