Prescription Treatment Suggestions

[bsass]

  Hello All,

I am approx. 6 months post 3k grafts with Dr. Nader. For over a decade I had been using oral Finestride and Minox foam. During that time I would not see any shedding but the crown seemed to slowly degrade hence the transplant. 

Post opt I decided as I am getting older (mid 40's) I would like to stop using oral prescription drugs. Since getting off Fin. I've noticed stronger erections, increased mental focus, less anxiety, and an overall improved sense of well-being. I guess after so many years I learned to live with these side effects. 

I started on a topical Fin & Minox combo from Hims. Within a week I noticed shedding, all be it very light, it still bothers me. I get conflicting information from Hims service since you do not get a dedicated doctor it's whoever responds to your message. Some say shedding is normal and others say the drug won't work for me and I need to be back on oral. 

My questions are: 

1) Do you recommend seeing a doctor in my area to get specific feedback on my situation? If so, any suggestions in the Los Angeles area? 

2) Is shedding a sign it will not work for me? 

 

Any feedback is appreciated 

[Gatsby]

I would be seeing a dermatologist not a doctor regarding medication and your hair. At only six months you have a lot of growth ahead of you so I wouldn't be making any judgements about your results until 12 months. Did you go straight form oral to topical fin/minoxidil or did you cease oral finasteride for some time before starting the topical version. All the best!

[bsass]

Hey Gatsby, yes that is what I mean derm/doc, transplant specialist, etc., etc. I am not talking about results. I am purely asking for help on products to use in lieu of oral fin

I went off oral for a week and then moved to topical fin/Minox. 

Edited March 7, 2023 by bsass

[GoliGoliGoli]

Do you have pre-op pics posted somewhere?