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      community Had a rough week. What to do now?

      in Treatment  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user had a rough week after being told they couldn't get a hair transplant due to insufficient donor area and worsening balding. They were advised to increase their oral Minoxidil dosage and consider switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride.

      community Minoxidil&Finasteride 7 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, which significantly reversed their aging appearance. They applied Minoxidil twice daily, took 1mg Finasteride once daily, micro-needled weekly, maintained a high protein diet with vitamins and biotin, and recommended a balanced lifestyle for best results.

      community It’s over. NOTHING has worked.

      in Chat  95 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.

      community Being on Finasteride only for 8 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and is experiencing significant hair shedding, with concerns about hair density and visible scalp. Other users suggest that shedding is normal and that finasteride is likely working, with potential improvements over time; adding minoxidil could help but may initially increase shedding.

      community Been on Finasteride for 19 years

      in Chat  458 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 49-year-old has used finasteride for 19 years to manage hair loss, experiencing some libido changes but no major side effects, and plans to continue. They found minoxidil inconvenient but are considering restarting it with micro-needling.

      community 14 months update on Dut, maybe time to switch back to Fin? (with pics)

      in Update  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting adding oral minoxidil for further improvement. The original poster is considering a hair transplant and is concerned about perceived thinning, despite others noting improvement or stability with dutasteride.

      community How long should I wait to see if 5 mg oral min works for me? Titrated a couple weeks ago from 2.5 mg. Started at 1.25 mg about 300 days ago

      in Minoxidil  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old user has been on finasteride for 10 years with great results and recently increased their oral minoxidil dose to 5 mg to improve hair thickness and possibly regrow hair. They are considering microneedling and a hair transplant to enhance their hairline and temples, despite already having significant improvement.

      community Finasteride only 9 months update

      in Progress Pictures  474 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.

      community 6 months on the sauce- Min,Fin,DR

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.

      community 1 year treatment - mixed feelings

      in Is this regrowth?  75 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for a year and recently started minoxidil, noticing reduced hair shedding but no significant regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the current regimen, adding micro-needling, and considering a hair transplant for more noticeable results.

      community 3 months fin/min progress (age 31)

      in Progress Pictures  173 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community 5 MONTHS DUT RESULTS (24M) what can i do to improve it?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg daily) and daily Dutasteride for hair loss, noticing slight thickening but no major regrowth. Users suggest increasing Minoxidil dosage to 5mg and maintaining consistency, with some recommending additional treatments like topical Minoxidil or considering a hair transplant in the future.

      community Is this solid progress? Any advice will be appreciated

      in Is this regrowth?  185 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 5% minoxidil and 1mg finasteride since late 2024 and has seen progress in hair regrowth, though they feel it is slowing down. They are considering adding rosemary oil and derma stamping to their routine, with advice suggesting derma stamping once a week at 1mm to 1.5mm.

      community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

      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 Quick word of advice for you guys wondering if you're balding

      in Chat  160 upvotes 3 years ago
      User noticed scalp showing at 26, started finasteride at 28, and saw hair improvement by 30. Others shared similar experiences and advised trusting personal observations and trying finasteride early to prevent further hair loss.

      community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.

      in Minoxidil  74 upvotes 5 years ago
      Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.

      community 1yr of treatment 40yr old min/dut/ru/needling

      in Progress Pictures  353 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 40-year-old used minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for one year, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth despite initial shedding. They believe having more hair is beneficial for dating at their age and also recommend staying fit, eating well, and sleeping over 8 hours.