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      community First time visiting a dermatologist for hairloss, I'm skeptical

      in Chat  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss and was prescribed Minoxidil without a physical examination, leading to skepticism about the thoroughness of the appointment. The user is considering seeking a second opinion due to the lack of tests or physical checks.

      community Am I A Good Candidate for a Procedure?

      in Transplants 1 year ago
      The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and other ingredients, along with a red light laser cap and dermapen, to address hair thinning. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to try dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 12 to 18 months before deciding.

      community 1 Year on Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  113 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after one year using finasteride and minoxidil, with improvements seen around 5-6 months. They report no side effects and use liquid minoxidil twice daily.

      community My Results After 3 Years on Oral Finasteride and Minoxidil (2.5mg)

      in Progress Pictures  160 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their hair recovery progress after 3 years on oral finasteride (1mg daily) and minoxidil (2.5mg), noting a full hairline recovery and decent crown improvement. They are considering adding dutasteride for further crown recovery, and reported no significant side effects except for temporary watery semen.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community 3 month fin and minoxidil before and after

      in Is this regrowth?  362 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with significant improvement after three months. Some users experienced side effects like bloating and dark circles, and discussed alternative treatments like microneedling and natural oils.

      community 7 day break from Fin in order to donate blood?

      in General  143 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user needs to stop finasteride for 7 days to donate blood due to haemochromatosis. They are concerned if this break will affect their hair loss progress after 6 weeks of use.

      community 3 Month Progress - Topical Fin & Min

      in Progress Pictures  623 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 3-month progress using a topical spray containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, along with dermarolling and Nizoral shampoo, reporting reduced shedding and signs of hair regrowth. They emphasized consistency in their routine and noted no side effects, expressing optimism about future results.

      community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  678 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.

      community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

      in Progress Pictures  254 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

      community Shampoo except ketoconazole that works

      in Product  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.

      community One year later, fin won't work for everyone

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.

      community Is the DHT itch fact or fiction?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      DHT itch's existence is debated, with some claiming it's real and others saying it's psychological. Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and addressing scalp conditions like dandruff or eczema may help reduce itchiness.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community Almost 7 months on Topical Finasteride 0.1%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride 0.1% for almost 7 months but is experiencing worsening hair loss and is considering adding minoxidil 5% to their regimen. They are hesitant about oral finasteride and are exploring options for topical treatments, including minoxidil and possibly dutasteride.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  22 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.
      Considering Switch to Oral Finasteride 1mg & Minoxidil 3mg/Day: Seeking Advice on Efficacy and Side Effects

      community Considering Switch to Oral Finasteride 1mg & Minoxidil 3mg/Day: Seeking Advice on Efficacy and Side Effects

      in General  121 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride (1mg/day) and minoxidil (3mg/day) due to unsatisfactory results with topical treatments. They seek advice on the effectiveness, potential side effects, and the timing for considering a hair transplant, with recommendations to monitor health metrics like blood pressure and conduct thorough bloodwork before starting.
      What hair loss pattern is this?

      community What hair loss pattern is this?

      in General  157 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

      community Two months of minoxidil 5mg only!

      in Progress Pictures  197 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil and the potential addition of finasteride. The user has seen some progress with minoxidil but is hesitant about finasteride due to possible side effects, while others suggest combining both for better long-term results.

      community One month difference between pictures

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin for hair loss, with positive results after two months. They have also improved their diet and exercise routine, and report no side effects from the medication.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.