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      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community My progress over the past 2 years

      in Progress Pictures  443 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and later adding dutasteride. They noted significant hair thickening, especially after starting oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite some initial thinning and texture changes.

      community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.

      community Did George Clooney did a hair transplant?

      in Progress Pictures  2615 upvotes 7 months ago
      George Clooney likely had a hair transplant, as many Hollywood actors do to maintain their appearance. Treatments like finasteride and hair transplants are common among celebrities to combat hair loss.
      Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?

      in Minoxidil  146 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.

      community It's always the Mice that gets to grow back hair.

      in Research/Science  431 upvotes 7 months ago
      Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.

      community Oral Min Aging reversible?……..

      in Minoxidil 7 months ago
      Oral minoxidil may cause temporary facial puffiness, leading to a perception of accelerated aging, but it doesn't cause actual aging. Concerns about hair loss and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed, with suggestions to use tretinoin and sunscreen to mitigate potential side effects.

      community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.

      community Beyond Minoxidil & Finasteride: What if the Answer to Male Pattern Baldness is... on Our Faces? (A Naval Officer's Wild Idea & Why It's Not So Crazy)

      in What should I do? 7 months ago
      Exploring the idea of using facial hair properties for scalp regeneration in male pattern baldness, considering the potential of transferring androgen-resistant characteristics from facial hair to the scalp. Challenges include complexity, scalability, aesthetics, and safety, but the concept encourages innovative thinking beyond current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community Losing ground with minoxidil and finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  74 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced initial improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but is now losing progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest seasonal shedding, vitamin D deficiency, or trying dutasteride, while some share personal experiences with shedding cycles and treatment adjustments.
      Experiencing Short Prickly Hairs After 15 Months on Finasteride

      community Experiencing Short Prickly Hairs After 15 Months on Finasteride

      in General  90 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year and noticed short, prickly hairs on their scalp that don't grow like the rest of their hair. Despite losing about 40 short hairs when washing, their overall hair density hasn't decreased.

      community Is this regrowth * finasteride only *

      in Is this regrowth?  118 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1.25mg three times a week for hair regrowth and reports no significant side effects except watery semen initially. They also use a local caffeine shampoo and are considering haircuts to improve appearance.

      community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.

      community Lost all my progress bc I went to jail :(

      in Update  67 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user lost hair progress while in jail due to stopping treatments like oral dutasteride, topical applications, and ketoconazole shampoo. They plan to restart their regimen and hope to recover in about 18 months.

      community Using oral min, fin, biotin for 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  73 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil (5mg), finasteride (1mg), and biotin for 4 months with minimal progress in hair regrowth. Other users suggest patience, considering alternative treatments, and note that biotin may not significantly contribute unless there's a deficiency.

      community M30, month 5 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after five months of using topical minoxidil (5% foam) and oral dutasteride (0.5 mg daily). The user reported no side effects and was grateful for the progress, despite the rapid gains slowing down.

      community Stimulate hair growth- without minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.

      community Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)

      in Update  97 upvotes 8 months ago
      Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.

      community 3 Month Finasterid and Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  830 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using 1 mg of finasteride daily and 4 drops of 5% oral minoxidil solution, despite potential shedding and side effects like increased body hair. They also quit smoking, which may have contributed to the positive results.

      community Back from the dead... (sort of)

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and topical minoxidil, noting improved hair health but persistent temple thinning. They consider switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant after one year.

      community 1 Year Timeline (Fin/Dut, Min) + Some Questions

      in Progress Pictures  371 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their one-year hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting initial success with minoxidil but experiencing relapses. They questioned the effectiveness of dutasteride compared to finasteride and expressed frustration with the non-linear progress and the inconvenience of using both oral and topical treatments.

      community I use the big 4 to combat but I need to do more

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and supplements like collagen, biotin, and vitamins. Users suggest additional treatments like red light therapy, scalp massages, and possibly adding RU58841 or Tretinoin.