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      community Why Hair Loss Needs Proper Diagnosis (Dermatologist Insight)

      in Treatment  66 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss requires proper diagnosis as it can have various causes, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are often used. Many people express frustration with dermatologists and turn to self-research and alternative sources for treatment.

      community 2 months of finasteride and 3 months of minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  229 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and thickening after using minoxidil for three months and finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D and iron supplements. They reported softer erections as a side effect of finasteride but found the hair improvements worth it.

      community About 2 months and 2 weeks in! I think we’re going places!! 🤞🏻

      in Is this regrowth?  173 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D3, fish oil, and weekly microneedling with a 1mm roller. They are considering switching to a derma stamp and are pleased with the results, despite some concerns about using both oral and topical minoxidil together.

      community My crown is looking very good.

      in Progress Pictures  2351 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil at night, oral minoxidil 1mg, and daily vitamin D. They noted side effects like redness and dandruff from minoxidil, and others discussed the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community Fin non responders, did Dut ever work? Please share!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.

      community 3.5-4 month progress is this hyper response?

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3.5-4 month progress using Topical Minoxidil, Oral Finasteride, Keto 1%, and Dermastamp, reporting positive results despite some shedding and flaking. Replies praised the progress and inquired about the treatment routine and temple condition.

      community Almost 9 months on fin only still shedding daily

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 9 months and is still experiencing daily hair shedding but has seen improvement. Other users suggest the shedding is normal and that the user has had positive results from the treatment.

      community 28M Hair Transplant in India, will update with results.

      in Update  217 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.

      community Big sheeding after 9 months on minoxidil. Maybe caused by switching brands?

      in Minoxidil  133 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started shedding hair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hair loss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.

      community 7 months progress on dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 3 years ago
      , so you could even mix them EdgeLord19941: Yeah I might do that in the future. Finasteride has been great for me and I don’t want to stop taking it. This conversation is about a user named EdgeLord19941 who experienced great success with his hair loss treatment regimen of 0.5mg daily dutasteride, 5mg daily oral minoxidil, and microneedling once every 7-14 days at 1.5mm with no side effects, as seen through their seven month progress photos. They discussed potentially switching between finasteride and dutasteride after one year if necessary.

      community 5 months on Minoxidil and 1 mg Fin every day.

      in Update  483 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride, which has resulted in positive results. Others have also shared their experiences with similar treatments with encouraging results.

      community find a cure for this shit already

      in Chat  208 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments used to prevent and treat male pattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.

      community Losing ground after 1.5 years on DUT. Any suggestions?

      in Treatment 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral dutasteride (DUT) for 1.5 years but is experiencing hair thinning again and is considering increasing the dose or adding topical treatments like RU58841, despite concerns about side effects. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil or waiting to see if the thinning is just a temporary shed.

      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 [24M] A little over 2 years on both fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  186 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male shared his progress after over two years of using finasteride and topical minoxidil, reporting significant improvement from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1.5 with minimal side effects, mainly watery semen. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, noting varying results and timelines for hair regrowth.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Finasteride + Monxidil Update pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  263 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for two years, showing significant hair improvement. The user started treatment at age 20 and reported no side effects.

      community 21M, Dermatologist prescribed only Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hair loss.

      community For all those worried about a minoxidil break

      in Minoxidil  342 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hair health and regrowth.