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August 2021 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
Minoxidil is the main over-the-counter treatment for hair loss, with other options like finasteride, latanoprost, retinoic acid, antioxidants, biotin, nutraceuticals, and platelet-rich plasma therapy also showing promise.
The user was prescribed various treatments for baldness, including finasteride, vitamin D pills, biotinPRP, and minoxidil. The minoxidil and finasteride topical solution finally worked, leading the user to question the doctor's motives for prescribing ineffective treatments initially.
A 21-year-old male is experiencing hair thinning and has undergone PRP treatment while considering finasteride but is concerned about its side effects. A user suggests that PRP is ineffective without finasteride and advises against using biotin.
The conversation discusses "Hair bloom" hair filler, which contains biotin, collagen, and various peptides, as a potential alternative to PRP or mesotherapy for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some suggesting it may be a cash grab or ineffective, while others believe it could complement topical minoxidil for early hair loss.
A 25-year-old female is experiencing hair loss and has tried PRP, Minoxidil 5% with Biotin, and weekly needling sessions. Her doctor suggested switching to GFC treatment and stopping the needling sessions due to increased shedding, which may be caused by Minoxidil.
A user experienced rapid hair loss despite taking finasteride 1mg and undergoing PRP treatment. They also take a supplement with biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium but have not seen improvement.