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Various hair loss treatments were tried, including coconut oil, dermarolling, finasteride, Zix, minoxidil, and RU58841. The most effective combination was RU58841 and minoxidil, which halted hair loss and thickened hair without significant side effects.

User gained hair with topical minoxidil and finasteride, then experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide. After 12 weeks, new hairs grew and existing hairs thickened, hoping for more improvement in a year.

The user noticed receding hair at the temples and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil to thicken the hairline. They plan to consult a doctor and begin treatment soon.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced hair loss using finasteride 1mg daily and minoxidil 5% twice a day. Finasteride stopped 90% of hair loss and thickened hair, while minoxidil regrew hair, with minimal side effects reported.

A user shared a natural hair loss treatment involving micro-needling and a mix of turmeric, cinnamon, and coconut oil, claiming it effectively thickened their hair. The treatment is applied every two to three weeks, but some users expressed skepticism and requested photographic evidence.

The user tried various shampoos for thinning hair without clear results, except for Viviscal which noticeably thickened their hair. They noted that no shampoo can regrow hair and provided links to YouTube reviews for further information.

Minoxidil was used as a hair treatment by crushing hypertension tablets and mixing them with other ingredients. It was noted to thicken existing hair more than promoting new hair growth.

User started minox and fin for hair loss and wants to know if they'll help thicken hair. Another user suggests shaving head before starting treatment and mentions success stories.

A 30-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering using finasteride to stop hair loss and possibly thicken existing thin hairs. They are unsure of their Norwood scale stage and seek advice on whether finasteride is suitable for their situation.

User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had side effects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused side effects.

A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair and beard growth using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, with some initial shedding and a reduced libido. The treatment also unexpectedly thickened his eyebrows.

Wellbutrin may cause hair loss, as several users reported increased hair shedding while on the medication, with hair regrowth observed after stopping it. Minoxidil was used by one user to help with hair loss, and turmeric was noted to thicken hair.

The conversation discusses starting Minoxidil for hair loss and suggests also using finasteride to prevent further balding. Minoxidil is expected to thicken current hair, but won't stop hair follicles from dying.

A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.

The conversation discusses using minoxidil and microneedling to potentially thicken small hairs on the forehead after a hair transplant. It also mentions the importance of using an oral DHT blocker for hair growth.

A 19-year-old male with a family history of balding is using finasteride to thicken his hair and is considering whether to add minoxidil. Users suggest continuing finasteride for several months before deciding on minoxidil.

A 25-year-old is considering starting finasteride to address hair thinning and plans to consult a dermatologist in July. They are hopeful finasteride will help thicken miniaturized hairs around their hairline.

User is 1.5 months into using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, along with dermarolling. They report good progress and seek advice on whether new hairs will thicken.

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is not a treatment for male pattern baldness but can accelerate hair growth and thicken miniaturized hairs, with the side effect of increased hair growth all over the body. The user asks others to share their experiences with MSM.

User took Finasteride for 16 months, stabilized hair loss but no regrowth. Improved lifestyle, started microneedling, and used Nizoral; hair thickened but then began shedding again.

A 23-year-old is self-conscious about a receding hairline and is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to regrow or thicken hair. Advice suggests consulting a doctor, as finasteride can stop hair loss and minoxidil can promote regrowth, but expectations should be realistic, especially for hairline regrowth.

A 23-year-old has been using finasteride for 5 years to stabilize hair loss and is now adding minoxidil, tazarotene, and dermarolling to improve hairline density. They hope this new regimen will thicken existing hair and restore the hairline.

A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a Hair Transplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.

A user on finasteride added dutasteride due to severe shedding and scalp issues, but didn't see reduced shedding. A dermatologist said finasteride doesn't reduce shedding but thickens hair, and another person confirmed shedding can continue but hair should improve over time.

A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.

The user has been using oral finasteride for 3 months and recently added oral minoxidil, along with ketoconazole shampoo and various supplements, to stabilize hair loss and thicken hair. They are considering using minoxidil foam for beard growth but are concerned about using both oral and topical minoxidil.

A 20-year-old used 1 mg finasteride and liquid minoxidil, initially twice daily then once at night, to thicken hair, though temple regrowth was minimal. The user experienced no side effects and continued both treatments for hair improvement.

The conversation is about whether treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can make single hair follicles produce multiple hairs again. The user is curious if these medications can thicken hair and prolong the growth phase.

The user started taking 1mg finasteride daily in February 2023 and added 2.5mg oral minoxidil in October 2025, noticing significant hair regrowth primarily from finasteride. The addition of minoxidil helped thicken the hairline and increase baby hairs.