My hair: Should I bother fighting this?

[Hubris]

Hi everyone,

I'd really appreciate some advice from the community. I'm 26 years old and have been balding since about 17. I'm aware of the big three; Finasteride; Minoxidil; and Nizoral. I'd like to know, based on my pictures, if I should attempt to fight my hair loss - is it too far gone? Also, money is an issue for me. I can just about afford it all, but I don't want to spend a load of money, just to later realize that my hair loss had already passed being redeemable. As a side note, I would like to get a hair transplant in the future when I have more money.

p.s. what do you guys think about laser combs/caps?

Pics below...

[Mpbman]

I would say start with Propecia and Rogaine ASAP. You might save what you have and even regrow some. Who knows, maybe you'll have a HT in the future.

Instead of Rogaine, you can get cheap minoxidil from Kirkland (try ebay) and instead of Propecia you could get generic version of Propecia(finasteride) - but that's always a bit risky.

[Hubris]

Thanks for your reply Mpbman. Today I ordered 12 months supply of Kirkland Minoxidil, one months supply of Propecia and 6 bottles of Nizoral. I still have doubts as to whether I'm wasting my time/money though. Unfortunately, my hair loss is extensive, and I didn't really notice until it was too late because I was coincidentally sporting a shaved head anyway. As I grew older I wanted to cultivate a different look, and found that I'd lost more of my hair than I'd realized.

I did use Rogaine in the past for approximately 3 months, but stopped due to financial reasons. It was working - I could see small dark hairs sprouting from my scalp. My financial situation is slightly improved now, and I have a years supply, so I may well document my results on here.

[DAVE52]

[QUOTE=Hubris;216731]..........I was coincidentally sporting a shaved head anyway.

Go back to shaved head look

[Hubris]

I want to go into an industry where a shaved head is not considered 'acceptable'.

[Mpbman]

Thanks for your reply Mpbman. Today I ordered 12 months supply of Kirkland Minoxidil, one months supply of Propecia and 6 bottles of Nizoral. I still have doubts as to whether I'm wasting my time/money though. Unfortunately, my hair loss is extensive, and I didn't really notice until it was too late because I was coincidentally sporting a shaved head anyway. As I grew older I wanted to cultivate a different look, and found that I'd lost more of my hair than I'd realized.

I did use Rogaine in the past for approximately 3 months, but stopped due to financial reasons. It was working - I could see small dark hairs sprouting from my scalp. My financial situation is slightly improved now, and I have a years supply, so I may well document my results on here.

Hope it will work for you mate. You can also save some money by splitting the Propecia pills in half and using 0.5mg per day instead of 1mg.

[Rahul dhruv]

but the medicines preferred should be consumed as per the quantity referred by the physician, if u will take half pill then it will take time to show result.

[Hubris]

but the medicines preferred should be consumed as per the quantity referred by the physician, if u will take half pill then it will take time to show result.

I agree, Rahul. Whilst I am very keen on saving money, I will be using a normal dosage for optimal effect. Once my orders arrive I will be documenting my results on the forum.

[boatbuff]

im almost 47 My hair started thinning about eight years ago I've been taking Rogaine twice a day for 11 months check out my results I'm very happy it's a pain in the butt but it's worth it I suggest you take Rogaine twice a day for at least one year My profile picture shows me 11 months ago and just the other day

[boatbuff]

Here's another tip I use the Rogaine when my hair is fully wet its absorbency is way more I also recently just started using vitamin E plant seems to help also

[Hubris]

Here's another tip I use the Rogaine when my hair is fully wet its absorbency is way more I also recently just started using vitamin E plant seems to help also

Wouldn't that just dilute the minoxidil?

[boatbuff]

No it does not dilute it increases the dosage Might feel little nauseous the first few times but it's nothing but that's how I been doing it it took long its Full commitment And trust me it's hard Even harder when you're looking in the mirror constantly for results witch i kind of stopped doing, also Try vitamin E plant to I've been it helps to Your thinning not bald get on it now before its to late !!

[minoepoe]

Honestly, I wouldn't bother in your position. Reasoning:
- It started when you were 17 so it's aggressive and won't be halted for long
- Your temples have receded A LOT, limiting your hairstyles. Growing it out won't look good.
- You have diffuse thinning all over.

You're looking at a year of Minox + Fin to get decent coverage with the same hairline, and your hairline isn't that good.
I'd call it a day, buzzcut it and save yourself the time and money.

[Spex]

Hi there,

In my opinion if hair loss is affecting you then its certainly worth doing something now whilst you still can and know you tried. I have seen some remarkable responders to the big 3 so in my opinion worth a try. You will certainly need commit to it for a minimum of 8-12 months to gain a good opinion on the benefits.

Take some clear pictures and have them as a solid control to work to.


Keep us updated and best of luck whatever you decide man !

Be aware of initially shedding on hair loss treatments too. I would recommend not over doing any of the treatments especially not Nizoral ;-)






Regards
Spex

[Not giving up]

You could get some great results from fin and minox. If you fill in the mostly diffused areas then the temples could be fixed in the future with a HT. If you respond really well to treatments then you could really have a shot of a decent head of hair again.