I can't make a new thread so I will reply to this one instead.
I've just started generic proscar cut into 5ths. I'm 28 and have had thinning hair and benign prostate hyperplasia since 2007. I didn't get a perscription because I can get a half year supply of proscar for $42 online, and I know that I'm a prime candidate for finasteride if there ever was one (thinning hair and prostate problems, I don't need a doctor to tell me that.) that, and knowing my health care provider, they would make me consider every other option except the most effective one.
I've been on finasteride for over a month with no noticeable side effects. I stopped taking the saw palmetto as instructed by numerous guides about taking finasteride. I will be starting manual prostate massages to release the built up fluids and dead cells.
This, along with my DHT production severely inhibited, I should be able to avoid surgery for releasing pressure on my prostate.
I do not have any "bald spots" it's just general thinning on the top of my head. My hairline is intact it's just very thin.
How effective will finasteride + minoxidil be in regrowing some of my hair? I am also a prime candidate for hair restoration surgery which I can afford, provided that the finasteride stops any further hair loss.
How effective is a Nioxxin brand hair care regiment?
Thank you