Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Dr. Resul Yaman Hair Clinic in Istanbul, including before and after photos. They are considering taking oral Minoxidil post-operation but are avoiding Finasteride due to side effects.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The main advice is to start with finasteride and never stop minoxidil once started, as stopping can lead to significant hair loss.
The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
User discusses resentment towards people who dismissed their hair loss concerns and continued to do so even after a specialist confirmed it. Others share similar experiences and discuss the impact of hair loss on self-esteem and societal perceptions.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has made significant progress in their hair loss treatment using a combination of oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, dermarolling, and scalp massage. Other users have praised their progress and recommended different treatments.
Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and finasteride, which they have used without side effects for a year. Other users shared their experiences and advice about potential side effects and supplements to help.
Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth for hair loss patients. Best protocol: 1.5mm dermaroller weekly for 12 weeks or 0.6mm dermapen every 2 weeks for 12 weeks, skipping topicals for 24 hours.
Using topical fin and minoxidil (as well as potentially microneedling) for hair loss over a two year period, with the user reporting great progress. Additional questions were asked about dosage amounts, haircuts and side effects of these treatments.
A user shared their hormone levels to gauge if they can use finasteride for hair loss without issues. Their hormone levels are mostly within the reference ranges.
The conversation humorously discusses the side effects of finasteride, particularly sexual dysfunction. Users share mixed experiences, with some reporting issues and others not.
A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.
The conversation is about someone noticing hair regrowth after using a scalp massager and considering a hair transplant. People suggest using finasteride or dutasteride, but there's debate on their effectiveness and side effects. Some see progress, while others are skeptical without consistent photo evidence.
The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no side effects.
User shared a 10-month update after a 4000-graft hair transplant, using finasteride, minoxidil, hair density shampoos, hair oils, and vitamins. Replies suggest patience as crown growth can take up to 18 months.
A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.
Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
A user shared their 70-day progress using Minoxidil, derma rolling/stamping, and vitamins for hair loss. The replies discuss the effectiveness and relevance of vitamins in the treatment.
User shared a 1-year update on finasteride, noting thicker hair but mild side effects like reduced libido and mild ED. Considering reducing the dose from 1mg to 0.5mg daily to alleviate side effects.
The user has been using finasteride for 4 months with positive results, including thicker and darker hair. They are seeking advice on maximizing hair growth without minoxidil, using a routine that includes finasteride, rosemary oil, argan oil, topical melatonin, specialized shampoos, and vitamins.
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.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.
User switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil after dermatologist's recommendation. Others in conversation express interest and support for the new treatment.