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      community Pregnant wife and hairloss - posting on behalf of my husband

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A husband experiencing hair loss is considering treatments like topical minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about their effects on his pregnant wife and future child. Alternatives suggested include oral finasteride, which is considered safe if hands are washed after use, and exploring natural methods like oils.

      community Is it safe to use topical 5% Min and 3mg Min together?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man is using topical 5% Minoxidil for hair thinning and is considering adding 3mg Minoxidil pills as recommended by a dermatologist. He is concerned about potential side effects and increased shedding but cannot access Finasteride due to strict regulations.

      community Before /after 3 month finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 3 months and minoxidil for over 4 years to treat hair loss, experiencing initial anxiety and a possible nocebo effect but now reports no significant side effects. They also tried micro-needling briefly but stopped, and other users have mixed reactions to their results.

      community Am I in a long second shed from treatment or is this my regular hair loss

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp for 7 months and experienced a period with no shedding, but is now shedding about 100 hairs a day and is questioning if this is a result of the treatment or their normal hair loss. They are unable to start finasteride and are considering stopping the treatment due to the shedding.

      community Does anyone here use everything except Fin

      in Minoxidil  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.

      community [28M] 10 months on fin/min, 3 months using nizoral regularly

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "DaysonDadum" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for 10 months, along with regularly using Nizoral. They experienced positive results with no noticeable shedding and no side effects. Other users in the conversation asked about dosages and brands of the treatments.

      community 1 month and 1 week update, Topical Min and Fin, Nizoral and Microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  135 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who started using minoxidil and finasteride topically, micro needling weekly, Nizoral twice per week, and switched to sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. The user reported that after 1 month and 1 week of this routine they noticed their hair was thicker and healthier, with less shedding and no more dandruff or itching during workouts.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 3 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community Before and after adding pyrilutamide and alfatrodial

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, using minoxidil, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral to improve hair density and thickness. They reported positive results without side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency with topical treatments.

      community Dutasteride not working - is it the end?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user tried topical minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, and switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success in stopping hair loss. Suggestions included continuing treatment longer, trying microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community Before and after 3 months fin and min

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user reported potential hair regrowth after 3 months of using finasteride and minoxidil. Others discussed varying results and experiences with these treatments, including differences in shedding and regrowth.

      community Committing to Fin/Min every day for the rest of your life?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, with many users finding them manageable as part of a daily routine. Costs can be reduced by purchasing generic versions, and while some users express concerns about long-term use, most agree the benefits outweigh the inconvenience.

      community Nearly Two Years of Min/Fin — 25M

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for nearly two years, seeing some prevention of further hair loss and possible regrowth. Many suggest trying dutasteride or considering a hair transplant as the next step.

      community Stopped Hair Fall in a Week with One Product

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      A user stopped hair loss by eating organic pumpkin seeds daily, despite previously using minoxidil and finasteride. They suggest others try pumpkin seeds, noting potential benefits for hair growth, especially for women.

      community I am losing hope and starting to think this is a scam

      in Minoxidil  39 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, which have been ineffective and caused scalp itching. They are skeptical about these treatments' effectiveness and consider alternative options like ketoconazole shampoo and RU58841.

      community 4 months topical fin and min. So far so good.

      in Is this regrowth?  146 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 44-year-old user experienced hair regrowth using a topical spray combining 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil after switching from oral finasteride due to side effects. The user reported noticeable improvements in hair thickness after four months without any side effects from the topical treatment.

      community Haircafe video on Min Sulfate, thoughts?

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is considered for those unresponsive to regular minoxidil, with some trying a 10% formulation from Folligenz. Concerns exist about the product's stability and transparency, but some users report positive initial results.

      community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

      in Minoxidil  43 upvotes 9 months ago
      Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.

      community 1.5 years on min+fin topical solution still hair falls like crazy

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using a minoxidil and finasteride topical solution for 1.5 years without improvement and recently added oral finasteride but still experiences significant hair shedding. Other users suggest trying dutasteride, as some have switched from finasteride to dutasteride with fewer side effects, while others discuss dosage strategies and the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.

      community My Journey on Fin + Min (19M giving up)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old tried oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but experienced side effects like fatigue, dry eyes, and lack of motivation, leading to discontinuation. Suggestions included trying topical treatments, dutasteride, or accepting hair loss.

      community initial thinning on dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started oral minoxidil, finasteride, and later switched to dutasteride, also using Nutrafol, dermastamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, but experienced increased thinning with little regrowth. Others advised patience, suggesting it takes 6-18 months to see results, and noted that initial thinning is normal when switching treatments.