A 16-year-old is experiencing severe hairthinning and wants to start finasteride but is advised to wait until at least 20. In the meantime, minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hairthinning and started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin vitamins, and DHT blocking shampoo. He saw reduced hair loss, thicker hair, and minimal side effects, encouraging others to try similar treatments.
A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hairthinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.
A young woman, 23, is experiencing all-over hairthinning and has been using Minoxidil 5% foam, iron supplements, and vitamin D with no improvement. She feels depressed and is seeking support and advice on what to try next.
The user tried dutasteride for hair loss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.
The user is questioning if their hair is regrowing or thinning while using dutasteride 0.5mg, minoxidil 2.5%, vitamin tablets, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking opinions on their hair loss treatment progress.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.
The user is considering using topical finasteride for thinninghair around the middle part, vertex, and crown, and is unsure if the whole scalp is thinning. Another user suggests oral finasteride is more effective than topical, and recommends consulting a dermatologist for proper treatment.
A 30-year-old male is considering starting finasteride for thinninghair at the crown and is seeking advice on whether to add minoxidil. A user suggests using both treatments for better results.
The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinninghair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.
Mooseman1944 noticed hair regrowth and less shedding during the first 6 months of taking finasteride, but is now experiencing increased shedding and thinninghair. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil if there's no improvement by next August.
A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinninghair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.
The conversation is about finding a conditioner suitable for thinninghair, with the original poster currently alternating between a caffeine shampoo and Nizoral every two days but not using any conditioner.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) in shampoos and its potential impact on thinninghair. The user follows a regimen of shampoo, keto shampoo, and conditioner, seeking suggestions for better products.
A 25-year-old is considering starting finasteride to address hairthinning and plans to consult a dermatologist in July. They are hopeful finasteride will help thicken miniaturized hairs around their hairline.
A 26-year-old from the UK is experiencing increased hairthinning despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are considering additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and possibly RU58841, while seeking advice on managing side effects and exploring other options.
A 20-year-old male from the UK is experiencing hairthinning and seeks advice on using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, asking about their monthly costs and where to purchase them.
A user in their early 20s is concerned about minor hairthinning and is considering a hair loss regimen involving PRP sessions, mesotherapy with dutasteride injections, and low-dose finasteride. They dislike minoxidil due to its greasiness and prefer a routine that is easy to maintain.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairthinning and is seeking advice on whether to continue with dutasteride, while also using minoxidil, topical finasteride, retinoic acid, and ketoconazole shampoo. Responses suggest sticking with dutasteride as it is considered a potent treatment, though experiences vary.
A 24-year-old from the EU is experiencing hairthinning at the crown, possibly due to androgenetic alopecia. Suggested treatments include minoxidil and finasteride, which can be used in topical or oral forms.
A 17-year-old is considering using minoxidil (OM) for hairthinning but is concerned about potential side effects and hormone disruption. They plan to use rosemary oil, ketoconazole shampoo, hair peptides, microneedling, and scalp massages as part of their treatment.
The user started finasteride in April 2024 after experiencing hairthinning and had been using minoxidil since January 2023. They report significant hair recovery with no side effects from finasteride, and they continue to use both treatments together.
Revivhair serum is discussed as a potential treatment for mild hairthinning, but skepticism exists about its effectiveness without proven treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. Users share experiences with various treatments, noting side effects and exploring alternatives like topical dutasteride and alfatradiol.
The conversation discusses combining topical and oral finasteride to address hairthinning, with concerns about safety and effectiveness. Users also mention alternatives like dutasteride and minoxidil, and the potential risks of topical treatments during pregnancy.
The user started finasteride (1mg) a year ago for hairthinning, experiencing stabilization but not significant regrowth. Suggestions included adding minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for improved results.
A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hairthinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.
A 23-year-old man started using Minoxidil for hairthinning and experienced improvement, which helped him gain the confidence to ask a girl out, resulting in a date. Other users congratulated him and discussed the importance of hair appearance in dating, with some suggesting other treatments like finasteride or hair transplants.
The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hairthinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.
A 21-year-old MTF individual is experiencing rapid hairthinning and is currently on estradiol valerate. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of spironolactone for hair loss, despite being aware of its serious side effects.