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      community 4 months on fin, adding topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user in their 40s is using finasteride every other day and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, considering adding topical minoxidil for further regrowth, including on eyebrows. They are advised to continue with the current regimen for a few more months before reassessing and to be cautious with minoxidil due to its application challenges and potential risks to pets.
      Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      community Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      in Basic Questions  180 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 16 and has tried various treatments including topical minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, and oral dutasteride with minoxidil, but has not seen significant improvement. He is currently using 1.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, along with derma penning, and is seeking advice on regrowing hair to avoid using hair fibers.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.
      10 Months on Minoxidil + Finasteride, No Thickening in Frontal Region

      community 10 Months on Minoxidil + Finasteride, No Thickening in Frontal Region

      in General  91 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using a topical solution containing minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months but is not satisfied with the results, as there is no significant hair regrowth or thickening. They are questioning whether they are a non-responder or if they should continue the treatment longer.

      community Treatment does not seem to be working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 22-year-old male has been treating hair loss for over three years with various methods including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments, but continues to experience hair thinning. Despite trying multiple treatments and consulting with dermatologists and hair surgeons, the individual is frustrated with the ongoing hair loss and lack of progress.

      community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.

      community Treatment isn't working? Stay the course.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user tried finasteride for a year without success, then switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 10 months, still experiencing hair loss. Adding RU58841 and topical minoxidil seemed to improve their condition, with new hair growth observed.

      community Well well well some results in

      in Is this regrowth?  223 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo weekly, dermastamping weekly, and tretinoin. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of committing to the treatment.
      Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      community Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      in General  139 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old is concerned about androgenic alopecia and has been using minoxidil for a year, noticing some stabilization in the hairline but fears using it on the whole scalp due to seborrheic dermatitis. Another person suggests considering a psychiatrist for stress management, using Nizoral shampoo, and possibly trying a small dose of finasteride.

      community Before HT and after HT (10 months)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and minoxidil after a hair transplant, now only using coconut oil and serum, and is concerned about potential hair loss. Others advise continuing finasteride to prevent future hair loss, despite the user's doctor suggesting it's unnecessary.
      Balding at 19 and looking for guidance/tips

      community Balding at 19 and looking for guidance/tips

      in General  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old seeking advice on hair loss treatment is considering options like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are looking for guidance to potentially revive their hair.

      community Gt20026 - the actual cure to hairloss?

      in Research/Science 3 months ago
      GT20026 is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss that targets androgen receptors without affecting hormone levels, but it may not promote significant regrowth. It is expected to be available by 2028, with other treatments like Breezula and Clascoterone also mentioned.

      community He is claiming, he can treat alopecia

      in Chat  357 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user claims a product can treat alopecia, but others are skeptical, calling it a scam due to lack of evidence and transparency. The product is said to inhibit Type II 5-αr by 22.9%, but is considered weaker than existing DHT blockers.

      community 17 month update 30M FUT 2300 grafts 1 year fin/min topical

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

      community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

      in Chat  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

      community I am finally giving up on my hair

      in Shaved/buzzed  57 upvotes 3 years ago
      User tried Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss with no success and considers giving up. Others suggest continuing treatment, trying hair transplant, or embracing baldness.

      community for those whose hair loss started with accutane

      in Chat  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Accutane use led to hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.

      community Is this a good enough progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  54 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has seen significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and dutasteride, with better results than finasteride alone. Despite concerns about hairline and temporal peaks, others believe a hair transplant is unnecessary due to the current hair condition.