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      community Mineral deficiencies vs MPB vs Thyroid

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair improvement using a topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin combo, along with supplements like zinc, copper, magnesium, vitamin D3, K2, iodine, and boron. They believe these changes are due to addressing mineral deficiencies and possibly thyroid issues, despite skepticism from others.

      community Treatments not working (Need suggestions)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing significant hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.

      community 6 month progress thank god i started

      in Progress Pictures  256 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml 5% minoxidil, and 1% topical finasteride daily, noting initial side effects that subsided. They addressed vitamin D, B12 deficiencies, and thyroid issues, expressing satisfaction with the results and encouraging patience with the treatment.

      community Been on fin/min topical spray for 6 months and my hair is the worst it’s been

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hair shedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.

      community Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to hair loss?

      in Chat  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.

      community Hair keeps thinning but doc says no nutrient deficiencies

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair thinning possibly due to rapid weight loss and dietary changes, with no nutrient deficiencies found. The user is taking vitamins and considering seeing a hair specialist to promote regrowth.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Need advice/Insight with hairloss please

      in General  148 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is concerned about hair thinning and is using minoxidil, considering finasteride, and planning blood tests to rule out deficiencies. They are advised to consult a dermatologist to confirm if androgenic alopecia is the cause before starting finasteride.

      community Still loosing hair on 1mg FIN ( 11 months) and 0.5mg DUT every alternate days (30days)

      in Update  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and is advised to improve diet, check for deficiencies, and consider other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include sticking with the current regimen, considering a hair transplant, or accepting hair loss and shaving.

      community 21M cant stop hairloss at all +2 years on dut/fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old male has been experiencing persistent hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Suggestions include checking for hormonal issues, nutritional deficiencies, or allergies, and consulting a doctor for professional advice.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

      community Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

      community second shed on dutasteride, but a woman

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  255 upvotes 1 year ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community I'm tired, boss. I fought. Now I seem to be losing.

      in Update  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.

      community What is the options after unsuccessful dut+minox 2x a day?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and derma rolling. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, considering RU58841, checking for deficiencies, and possibly trying collagen supplements or oral minoxidil.