Istg these Instagram influencer are making it so complicated for people who want to get Treatment Satire 8/21/2024
Influencers complicate hair loss treatments by promoting many products, but Minoxidil and Finasteride (or Dutasteride) are sufficient to start. The user criticizes influencers for not mentioning effective treatments like Finasteride.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
6 / 1000+ results
community 25M: Hair Thinning Despite 2 Years of Oral Minoxidil & DHT Blocker Use
A 25-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, and is considering adding topical minoxidil. They also have seborrheic dermatitis and are advised to try ketoconazole shampoo or cream and possibly CBD with MCT oil.
community Anyone else’s beard took a huge hit on finasteride or dutasteride? Would minoxidl hepl?
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.
A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.
community My hair loss journey, natural DHT blocker first then Finasteride 1mg every day.
The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hair loss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.
community My case study: DHT serum levels unresponsive to higher topical fin dosages.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
community Most available topical DHT blocker other than Fin
User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research Androgenetic Alopecia: a Review and Emerging Treatments
Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.
research Addressing Androgenetic Alopecia-A Complex Disorder-with a Multilateral Treatment Strategy
Treating hair loss effectively may require a multi-sided approach, using different treatments together, and topical treatments could be more effective and safer than oral ones.
research Updates in Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
New treatments for hair loss include low-dose oral minoxidil, light therapy, and innovative therapies targeting hair growth mechanisms.
research Hair Biology
The document explains hair biology, the causes of hair loss, and reviews various hair loss treatments.
research Medical Management Options for Hair Loss
The document concluded that FDA-approved treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, while the effectiveness of natural remedies and other non-approved treatments is not well-supported by evidence.
research Male pattern baldness: current treatments, future prospects
Current treatments for male pattern baldness include minoxidil and finasteride, with new options being developed.