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      community Slowly losing hope, not sure what to think

      in Advice  17 upvotes 7 years ago
      User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.

      community Serenoa Repens (saw palmetto) + plus biotin

      in Chat  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.

      community 7 month on Finesteride 1mg. Regrowth or not?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using Finasteride for seven months to address hair loss but hasn't seen noticeable regrowth and is experiencing brittle, thinning hair with scalp issues. They are also using Salisia and Re’equil Salicylic Acid shampoo for potential psoriasis and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

      community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

      in Progress Pictures  419 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

      community Back from the depths - 24M, big 3

      in Progress Pictures  70 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24-year-old man saw hair loss improvement after 5 months using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil nightly, weekly microneedling with a Dr. Pen A6 at 1.5mm, daily biotin (at least 10,000 mcg), and using a shampoo for thinning hair every other day. He experienced no side effects and confirmed his health with bloodwork.

      community Losing ground after 1.5 years on DUT. Any suggestions?

      in Treatment 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral dutasteride (DUT) for 1.5 years but is experiencing hair thinning again and is considering increasing the dose or adding topical treatments like RU58841, despite concerns about side effects. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil or waiting to see if the thinning is just a temporary shed.

      community I take Ulo topical finasteride 0.005%, topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil 5 mg, a liquid multivitamin, collagen powder, and liquid biotin. I also microneedle with a Dr. Pen and use red light therapy.

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old is using a combination of topical finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, a liquid multivitamin, collagen powder, liquid biotin, microneedling, and red light therapy to address hair thinning. They are cautious about side effects and unsure if their hair loss is due to DHT or past brushing habits.

      community One month of Fin + Min, dermaroll and shampoo

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 35-year-old is using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, and rosemary with biotin oil to address hair thinning. They are considering the effectiveness of their current regimen and contemplating adjustments, such as discontinuing topical minoxidil or trying dutasteride for better results.

      community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress

      in Chat  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.
      18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      community 18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 7 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride for 4.5 months to address hair thinning noticed since Fall 2022. They report the back of their head feels thicker, but are unsure if it's due to actual progress or placebo effect.

      community Progress pictures (3,5 months) 29M

      in Progress Pictures  121 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 29-year-old male shared his hair growth progress after 3.5 months using finasteride, minoxidil (topical and orally), tretinoin cream, GHK-Cu, and derma stamping. He experienced increased libido initially and thinning body hair but is satisfied with the results despite an early shedding phase.

      community 15 months - 1mg fin only progress

      in Progress Pictures  439 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting some scalp thickening but still experiencing visible thinning. They are considering oral minoxidil due to concerns about topical application with cats at home, and others in the conversation share positive experiences with oral minoxidil, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth.

      community Should I add oral minoxidil right now?

      in Minoxidil  85 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering adding oral minoxidil to their current hair loss treatment, which includes dutasteride and occasional finasteride, due to concerns about hair thinning and potential shedding. They are unsure if starting both treatments simultaneously could worsen shedding or if oral minoxidil might be beneficial.

      community 7 years on Fin… I’m tired of this

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.

      community A little over two years on Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using Dutasteride for over two years to address hair thinning, with some success in temple regrowth but continued thinning on top. He is considering adding Minoxidil to his routine and is contemplating lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and drinking to improve hair density.

      community What the hell happened in my family genes?

      in Chat  116 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

      community Update 1 year and 4 months into medication

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1 mg of finasteride since February 2023 and started 2.5 mg of minoxidil at the beginning of the year, and is happy with the improvement in hair loss after 1 year and 4 months of treatment. They are 36 years old and noticed their hair thinning one year ago.

      community Dutasteride .5mg Results Timeline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male switched from finasteride to 0.5mg dutasteride daily due to ongoing hair loss but has not seen improvement after 14 months, experiencing further thinning and recession. He is seeking feedback from other dutasteride users on their results after a similar duration.

      community Will be transition to dutasteride shortly.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hair loss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.

      community Pyrilutamide update: three months

      in Update  34 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's 3-month experience with pyrilutamide to reduce hair shedding, and how it may not be strong enough to stop the thinning of their hairline. Other users mentioned the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for treating hair loss.

      community No Luck Getting Rid Of The Itchy Scalp. What Now?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced a burning, itchy scalp and hair thinning despite trying finasteride, steroid cream, antihistamines, various shampoos, and supplements. They seek advice on relieving the itch, hoping it will improve hair health.

      community Been on Min and Fin for Years and I am Devastated.

      in Treatment  64 upvotes 4 years ago
      Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hair loss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hair loss.