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      Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      community Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      in General  157 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed a sudden triangular thinning patch on their scalp and are seeking advice, questioning if it could be medication-related.

      community My barber just asked me what happened to my hair.

      in Satire  372 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old engineering student discusses balding experiences with barbers, mentioning treatments like PRP and rosemary oil masks, which slowed but didn't stop hair loss. The conversation humorously touches on the stereotype of engineers balding due to stress and suggests considering treatments like finasteride.

      community Why is scalp DHT suppression lower than systemic?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride reduces DHT more effectively in hair follicles than finasteride, but some individuals still experience hair loss despite treatment. Combining oral and topical finasteride may improve results, and some users experiment with topical dutasteride despite uncertainties about its absorption.

      community How do you know when to give up on fin/min?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      Individuals discussing hair loss treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, express mixed results and concerns about effectiveness after two years. Some consider switching to dutasteride or exploring other options like hair transplants.

      community (M 22) 2 years on fin only (1 mg) before and after

      in Progress Pictures  239 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old male shared his positive experience using 1 mg finasteride daily for two years, noting significant hair thickening and texture improvement without side effects. Other users discussed their own hair loss treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, and shared encouragement and advice.

      community Is 20 too young for Dut (or fin)?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old is considering starting dutasteride or finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential side effects and development. Users shared experiences with both treatments, noting that finasteride is often the first step, while dutasteride may be more effective for some, and emphasized consulting a healthcare provider.

      community What Else Do I Try? 5 Months Topical Fin No Progress

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride, Latanoprost, and other treatments for hair loss but hasn't seen progress and is considering increasing the finasteride dosage or switching to dutasteride. They cannot use minoxidil due to heart issues and are seeking advice on other options.

      community 2 months on Min + 1 month on fin progress

      in Is this regrowth?  95 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 2 months and finasteride for 1 month, applying minoxidil once nightly due to routine constraints. They switched to a shampoo with menthol, caffeine, and saw palmetto, and reported no side effects.

      community Minoxidil shed is absolutely brutal

      in Minoxidil  166 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.

      community Finnasterid (1mg) 5 month results

      in Progress Pictures  429 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared positive results after 5 months of using oral finasteride, reporting no side effects and continued shedding but less than in the initial months. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride and minoxidil, with some expressing concerns about side effects and others sharing their own progress and plans.

      community Is there any regrowth here?? 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  156 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement and baby hairs at the hairline after four months. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and possibly RU58841, while avoiding a hair transplant.

      community Progress - September 2024 -> July 2025

      in Progress Pictures  265 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling 3-4 times a week. They reported no side effects from finasteride and are pleased with the results, feeling more confident and maintaining a new hair baseline.

      community At Home Topical Fin Formulation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride pills to create a topical solution for hair regrowth, with mixed results. Users suggest that buying ready-made topical finasteride or switching to oral treatments might be more effective and convenient.

      community Finasteride shed at 5.5 months? - dose increase 4 weeks ago

      in General  107 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning after increasing finasteride to 0.5 mg daily and oral minoxidil to 3 mg. They are concerned about whether this is normal and if the recent dose increase is affecting their hair, as they plan a hair transplant in 5 weeks.

      community 22 year old, losing hair for 1 year

      in General  192 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and possibly telogen effluvium (TE), with a noted improvement in scalp itch after adopting a gluten-free diet. He is advised to consider treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and to check iron and ferritin levels.

      community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

      community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1794 upvotes 9 months ago
      Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.

      community Results of using microneedling (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reported hair regrowth using microneedling with a Dr.Pen Ultima M8 over six months, without additional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. They followed a schedule of varying needle depths and noted lifestyle changes to reduce stress.

      community 3 month progress.. results are in!

      in Progress Pictures  342 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 37-year-old user shared their positive 3-month progress using a topical solution of 5% minoxidil and 0.25% finasteride, combined with weekly microneedling and Nizoral shampoo. They reported no significant side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency and microneedling for hair regrowth.

      community Combined treatment results of a little over a year.

      in Treatment  652 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced rapid hair loss and successfully regrew hair using minoxidil daily and finasteride 0.5mg every other day, along with lifestyle changes. They reported significant improvement after initial setbacks and emphasized the importance of starting treatment early.