community 18M Noticing Top Scalp Thinning - Should I Start Min/Fin?
An 18-year-old is concerned about hair thinning and is considering starting Minoxidil and finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to begin these treatments.
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community 1.5 months into finasteride. 25M. Will start Minoxidil at the 2 month part, as well as ket shampoo
A 25-year-old is using finasteride for hair loss and plans to start minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo soon. They hope to see hair regrowth and will continue to shave their head while monitoring progress.
community Androgenetic Alopecia stage 2: Did all you of you straight away start taking Fin and/or Min? My dermatologist has started me on supplements.
The user is hesitant to start Fin and Min due to their long-term commitment and is currently on a 2-month supplement course. Another user suggests that the supplements are ineffective and recommends using Fin and Min for androgenetic alopecia.
community It took over 7mos before i start noticing hairline did actually made a comeback.
The user experienced significant hairline regrowth over seven months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Initial shedding occurred, but baby hairs appeared around three months, gradually maturing to fill in the hairline.
community Why do so many dudes wait until they are literally BALD to start treatment
Many delay hair loss treatment due to lack of awareness, denial, or fear of side effects. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil (oral and topical), and hair transplants are discussed, with mixed results and concerns about side effects.
community [M19] Dutasteride, is this the start of gyno growth or just nipple sensitivity?
A 19-year-old male switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is experiencing increased nipple sensitivity and a small lump, raising concerns about gynecomastia. Suggestions include slowing the transition, checking hormone levels, and considering an aromatase inhibitor.
community Key is to start early - 9 years on fin, about 10 months on oral min. Considering a hair transplant
A user shared progress pictures after 9 years on finasteride and 10 months on oral minoxidil, considering a small FUE hair transplant to fill in temple points. Replies praised the results, suggesting a transplant might not be necessary.
community Next month marks 2 years on Dutasteride. When does it start working?
A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.
community Start taking care of your skin and hair loss TODAY! I was telling myself I didn’t care, but I think the difference in my facial expression says it all. Take action asap before more permanent damage is done. I hope I can inspire some of you, because it’s so worth it. Not for others, for yourself! <3
User shared progress in treating hair loss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.
community Should I start taking fin or is it over for me?
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions range from hair transplants to satirical advice like using snake oil or adopting extreme diets.
community (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?
The user is experiencing hair thinning and shedding despite no family history of male pattern baldness. They are considering starting treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
community Topical FIN/MIN 0.03% / 6% (Day 2) HAIR IS CURRENTLY WET & PARTED. As you can see my main issues are the crown / mid scalp area. Can’t wait until I start seeing results!
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, focusing on the crown and mid-scalp areas. The user is optimistic about seeing results in 3 to 6 months.
community 40M 7 months on 1mg Fin. Debating if I should also start Min
A 40-year-old man has been using 1mg finasteride for 7 months and is considering starting minoxidil. Users suggest adding microneedling and discuss the effectiveness and side effects of various treatments, including oral minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo.
community Seeking Advice for Crown & Frontal Baldness, Hair Thinning – Should I Start Minoxidil & Finasteride?
A male experiencing crown and frontal baldness, along with overall hair thinning, is considering starting topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He seeks advice on dosages, potential side effects, application tips, and whether to consult a dermatologist before beginning treatment.
community 9 months Finasteride, minoxidil and Derma Roller. I’m not fully satisfied with my results so I might start taking Dutasteride
A user shared their 9-month hair regrowth progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and a Derma Roller, expressing dissatisfaction with the results and considering Dutasteride. Commenters generally praised the user's results, suggesting they have a full head of hair and advising to continue the current treatment or wait longer before changing it.
community I'm a 32 year old male with Norwood 3 with heavy diffuse thinning, I'm about to start my hair loss regiment. It goes as follows
A 32-year-old male with Norwood 3 and heavy diffuse thinning is starting a hair loss treatment including RU58841, Minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, vitamins, and possibly MK677, while cutting out most sugars from his diet. He plans to share progress photos and updates on his test levels.
community 24M with crown thinning and oily scalp - shampoo recommendations and whether to start minoxidil again?
A 24-year-old male with crown thinning and an oily scalp is seeking advice on shampoo recommendations and whether to restart minoxidil or try a hair growth serum. He is concerned about daily shampooing and managing greasy hair.
community Is it just me, or when people start having MPB symptoms, every single person you look at you start analyzing their hair? Ik it sounds weird
A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.
community 6 months on dutasteride, hair growth. this stuff really works! Last pic is start of my journey. Hair is all the way up
A user who has had success with using Dutasteride to regrow their hair after previously having results with Finasteride, with others questioning the switch and asking about potential side effects.
community Is 2.5mg oral minoxidil actually effective for regrowth, or is 5mg where results really start?
2.5mg oral minoxidil can be effective for hair regrowth, but 5mg often shows more dramatic results. Users at Norwood 2 using 1mg finasteride may see modest regrowth with 2.5mg, and it's suggested to give it a proper trial.
community Have been using min only on my hairline for the past ~6 months, if I start using is on the rest of my head, will I still get significant shedding phase? (I’m also on fin)
The user has been using minoxidil on their hairline for about six months and is also on finasteride. They are considering applying minoxidil to the rest of their scalp to improve hair density but are concerned about potential shedding.
community Anybody get results from Minoxidil and NOT shed at first? / How long did it take to start shedding? (and more shedding questions)
A user started using minoxidil for hair loss and noticed no shedding after two weeks, which is different from their previous experience. They are also using rosemary oil and melatonin topically and are questioning if it's normal not to shed and if they can still expect positive results from minoxidil.
community Started using topical minoxidil from kirkland (have been on oral Minoxidil 5mg daily for a year with no results) all of a sudden I start growing hair? What the F?
Topical minoxidil from Kirkland led to noticeable hair growth for the user, unlike oral minoxidil, which showed no results after a year. Other users shared similar experiences, suggesting topical minoxidil might be more effective than oral for some individuals.
community People who've had minoxidil successes, how soon did your minoxidil shed start and when did it end?
The user started using 5% minoxidil foam in February and experienced shedding a few weeks later, which continued for about twelve weeks. They are also taking pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto but remain skeptical about their effectiveness.
community Jeff Bezos on why you should start taking fin and min now
The conversation humorously suggests taking action against balding, like using finasteride and minoxidil, to reduce stress. It highlights the irony of Jeff Bezos giving advice on hair loss.
community My new microneedling tool just arrived, thought I'd start at a good depth to get a W on the norwood reaper
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning microneedling, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users joke about using a new microneedling tool to combat hair loss.
community 7 months progress 38M Oral Fin, Topical Fin, Topical Min, Microneedling, Supplements, about to start Dut
A man has seen slight hair regrowth after 7 months using oral and topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He plans to start taking dutasteride, hoping for better results and is not experiencing side effects so far.
community Minoxidil and Dutasteride just under 3 months update so happy I think I managed to save my hair just in time I feel it really is crucial you start medication the second you notice the problem
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and dutasteride over three months, expressing satisfaction with the results. The user emphasized the importance of starting treatment early upon noticing hair loss.
community 1.5 years on fin and min (24 yo). Start early guys, it’s worth it.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user "CheckHopeful" has seen significant improvement in their hair loss after using finasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years. Some users discuss side effects and suggest adjusting the dosage or trying topical finasteride or RU58841.
community Gains and losses, near 3 year journey, recession and diffuse thinning. Been on finasteride for 3 years and switching to dutasteride and oral minox. May start topical min again soon
A 3 year journey of hair loss, with recession and diffuse thinning; the user has been taking finasteride for 3 years and is now switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and may start using topical minoxidil soon.