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      community Hair disappearing after one week (microscope photos)

      in Progress Pictures  753 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.

      community Experiences with anemic hair loss?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss likely due to anemia and nutrient deficiency, and is considering using Minoxidil or non-drug treatments like coffee rinses while improving their diet and taking supplements. They are unsure if Minoxidil will be effective for this type of hair loss and are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Progress pictures: 3 months oral minoxidil/finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  221 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old shared progress pictures after 3 months of taking oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, reporting no side effects and increased confidence. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, with some noting significant hair regrowth and others experiencing shedding.

      community Having to quit due to gyno symptoms

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after taking finasteride for three weeks and plans to stop due to gynecomastia symptoms. Stopping finasteride may lead to some hair regrowth, but benefits from the treatment might be lost; topical alternatives are suggested.

      community Will Finasteride ruin my perfect hairline?

      in General  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride typically helps maintain the existing hairline and taking 0.5mg MWF is considered effective. Hair transplants remain an option if further treatment is needed.

      community Is it normal that fin tingles in the mouth?

      in Finasteride  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced a tingling sensation in their mouth after taking a cut finasteride pill, possibly due to inactive ingredients like mannitol or sodium lauryl sulfate. Tingling is not a common side effect or typical allergy sign, but monitoring for unusual reactions is advised.
      6 months Fin + Min progress

      community 6 months Fin + Min progress

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil tablets for over six months with minimal hair improvement. They also use topical minoxidil twice daily and recently started derma rolling, questioning if a hair transplant is necessary.

      community Should I seek a second opinion? 22M

      in General  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing worsening hair loss despite taking 0.25mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily since July. He is considering seeking a second opinion as his dermatologist refuses to increase the finasteride dosage, and he does not use dermarolling or vitamins.

      community How long for 0.5mg dut sides to go away

      in Treatments  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced reduced libido and erectile issues after taking 0.5mg dutasteride twice a week for 3-4 weeks. They are concerned about how long these side effects will last.