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      community 1year progress, just need honest response from you

      in Is this regrowth?  57 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering changing their hair loss treatment from topical minoxidil and oral finasteride to oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride, with suggestions to add microneedling and possibly red light therapy. They are also exploring the addition of a caffeine and adenosine mix to their regimen.

      community Disappointed after dermatologist visit, should I start Finasteride on my own?

      in What should I do?  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 19-year-old male is considering starting finasteride on his own for genetic hair loss after a disappointing dermatologist visit, where he was prescribed biotin, ketoconazole shampoo, and saw palmetto instead. Users suggest online options for finasteride and minoxidil, while opinions vary on the effectiveness and safety of saw palmetto and finasteride for someone his age.

      community 3 months of hair treatment! I think I’m hyper responsive to my treatment. Finasteride, biotin pills, derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil applied after, coffee in the morning for caffeine . No diet or alcohol consumption changes.

      in Progress Pictures  491 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports significant hair regrowth after three months using finasteride, biotin pills, a derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil, and drinking coffee, despite an initial increase in hair shedding. Other users share varied results with similar treatments, with some not experiencing improvements.

      community Genetics are so weird and unpredictable

      in Minoxidil  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.

      community Starting Oral Fin and Oral Min - any considerations?

      in General  150 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to start oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite previous side effects from finasteride. They intend to take both on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule and are seeking advice on any additional considerations.

      community 4moth Min and Microneedling result.

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 4-month hair loss treatment update, using Kirkland liquid minoxidil twice daily, microneedling with 1.5mm and 0.5mm needles, and applying rosemary oil twice a week. They plan to start taking finasteride and also grew a beard by microneedling and applying minoxidil to their face.

      community Before vs 3 months on minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.

      community Hair Cloning, Trials were supposed to begin 2020-2021

      in Technology  47 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair cloning trials expected to start in 2020-2021 and mentions concerns about potential delays due to the Coronavirus. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are referenced.

      community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 8 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.
      Just over 1 month Dutasteride 0.5mg + Minoxidil 2.5mg + Biotin 10mg

      community Just over 1 month Dutasteride 0.5mg + Minoxidil 2.5mg + Biotin 10mg

      in Basic Questions  58 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after starting Dutasteride 0.5mg, Minoxidil 2.5mg, and Biotin 10mg, which is considered a normal response indicating the treatment is working. Another user shared a similar experience with Finasteride, noting initial shedding followed by regrowth, and mentioned switching to Dutasteride to avoid side effects.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community Can I cut back on my Minoxidil dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP is experiencing severe side effects from daily Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Biotin use and is considering reducing Minoxidil to once or twice a week. A response advised seeing a doctor due to heart-related issues.

      community One full year of treatment before and after

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their one-year progress with hair loss treatment, using topical minoxidil, 2% keto shampoo, microneedling, and finasteride. They plan to start dutasteride and are considering switching to oral minoxidil.

      community 1 Year on Fin, 2 months on Min

      in Progress Pictures  33 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 0.05% tretinoin, and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss. They've seen hairline recession with minoxidil but also new baby hairs, indicating a positive response.

      community 2 months on minoxidil 5% GOOD RESULTS?

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      Asteride into your routine In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.

      community Decades Update: age 23 to 25 and age 39 to 41

      in Progress Pictures  725 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using finasteride at age 23, stopped at 30 to start a family, and resumed at 39 with minoxidil, seeing positive results both times. They successfully had four children after stopping finasteride, noting changes in sperm quality and some side effects upon resuming the medication.

      community Transplant Candidate? (26, Male)

      in Transplants  38 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 26-year-old male considering a hair transplant is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, planning to start feminizing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and spironolactone. Many suggest waiting to see the effects of HRT, which may significantly regrow hair, before deciding on a transplant, and recommend adding microneedling and possibly switching to oral treatments for better results.
      [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      community [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      in General  130 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old is considering using Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss but is hesitant due to concerns about long-term commitment and side effects. They are advised to consider starting with topical treatments to assess their response.

      community 6 Months in. Stick with it Fin? Or switch to Dut?

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and lack of response. Users suggest continuing with finasteride, trying micro-needling, or cautiously adding dutasteride while monitoring for side effects.
      Time for change or just in my head?

      community Time for change or just in my head?

      in General  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using minoxidil inconsistently for 1.5 years and is considering adding finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are unsure whether to increase minoxidil application, start finasteride, or if the hair loss is exaggerated in their perception.