The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
The user shared progress pictures after two months of using topical Minoxidil and just started Finasteride, feeling optimistic about hair regrowth. They are happy with the progress and plan to continue treatment, hoping for further improvement.
A 25-year-old male experienced significant hair improvement after approximately six months of using 1mg daily finasteride, occasional Nizoral shampoo, and biotin, with no side effects. He avoided minoxidil due to its commitment and hassle.
A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.