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      community On fin and min for 8 years and always still feel like I have "ghost hair"

      in Chat  16 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 8 years and recently started dutasteride, but still experiences thin, see-through hair. Suggestions include adding probiotics, changing hairstyle, checking hormones, supplementing vitamin D3, trying laser therapy, and improving gut health.

      community Being Bald vs Balding - My experience after shaving it off

      in Update  217 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man in his thirties found increased confidence after shaving his head, despite years of hair loss. Others discussed using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

      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 It's crazy how it's 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren't even effective for many people.

       135 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.
      Experiencing Short Prickly Hairs After 15 Months on Finasteride

      community Experiencing Short Prickly Hairs After 15 Months on Finasteride

      in General  90 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year and noticed short, prickly hairs on their scalp that don't grow like the rest of their hair. Despite losing about 40 short hairs when washing, their overall hair density hasn't decreased.

      community 21 male. Using minoxidil for 2 months twice daily it's worsening hairloss.

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 21-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride for two months is experiencing increased hair loss, which is considered normal and part of the shedding process. Users advise continuing treatment, as results typically appear after 6 months to a year, and suggest adding vitamins, microneedling, or considering dutasteride for aggressive hair loss.

      community balding in University is the worst

      in Chat  169 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about dealing with hair loss during university, with the original poster using dutasteride and minoxidil as treatments. Participants share their experiences and coping strategies, such as wearing hats, considering going completely bald, or getting a hair transplant after graduation.

      community My “hairless” journey - From October 2021 - Until today

      in Progress Pictures  465 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 25-year-old shared their hair regrowth journey using topical minoxidil, then switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, experiencing significant improvement but planning a future hair transplant. Other users discussed their experiences with treatments like dutasteride, with some expressing concerns about side effects and treatment effectiveness.

      community (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 3 years ago
      A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.

      community 21m experiencing aggressive hair shedding - Ah!

       4 upvotes 12 years ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing aggressive hair shedding is considering treatments like Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) to slow or stop hair loss. Recommendations include using these treatments along with Nizoral Shampoo, hair vitamins, and a derma roller to maintain and potentially regrow hair.

      community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

      in Satire  1382 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

      community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

      community IS this thinning or my hair swirl/parting?

      in General  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is concerned about distinguishing between natural hair parting and actual thinning.

      community Hair has only gotten worse ~10 months on minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is considering switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They also tried microneedling and tretinoin with minoxidil, and are exploring Sulfogenz topical minoxidil.

      community Hair falling out on Finasteride?

      in Transgender  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      Shedding is common when using finasteride and minoxidil, and it typically stabilizes after a few months, with potential regrowth following. Users report varying experiences, but shedding is generally seen as a normal part of the treatment process.

      community Tiny tiny hairs outlining juvenile hairline

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth using high-dose dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss seeing tiny hairs and hope they will become terminal, with advice to use derma rolling weekly for better results.

      community Right temple is destroyed? Any improvement?

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old has been using minoxidil, finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, a multivitamin, and microneedling to address hair loss, noticing baby hairs and a fuller frontal hairline but concerns about a thin right temple. They are considering adding rosemary oil and switching to a 1.5 mm dermastamp for further improvement.

      community Just a self-conscious 26M looking for some feedback...

      in Is this regrowth?  31 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 26-year-old is using Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, and dermarolling for hair loss and is considering switching to topical Finasteride. They are self-conscious about hair thinning and are seeking advice on whether to continue treatment or shave their head.
      Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      community Hairloss journey from 18 years of age

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  236 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user began experiencing hair loss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.

      community Heavy shedding 10 months after HT

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy shedding 10 months after a hair transplant and used a topical solution of Minoxidil and Finasteride, later switching to Finoduta. They also dealt with a dry scalp and greasy hair, using various shampoos and conditioners, and sought advice on whether the shedding was normal and how to manage the dry scalp.
      27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      community 27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      in General  183 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced limited success with Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss and eyebrow thinning, with side effects like decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. He is considering oral Minoxidil but is concerned about side effects, and is advised to try ketoconazole for possible dermatitis and monitor vitamin D levels.