A 40-year-old shared progress picturesshowing results after 3.5 months of using dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation likely discusses thisspecific treatment and its effects on hair regrowth.
A user shared a 5-month progress on finasteride and 6-month progress on minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth. They use finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral once weekly, and derma stamping once weekly.
A person with Alopecia Areata on their beard is using CB-03-01 and oral minoxidil for treatment. Some users question the effectiveness of CB-03-01 for beard hair, suggesting that minoxidil alone may be responsible for any observed hair growth.
The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hair growth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.
The conversation discusses whether age affects the side effects and effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Some believe early treatment yields better results, while others mention varied outcomes across ages and personal regrowth experiences without a clear consensus on age impact.
The conversation discusses why personal stories about hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are often taken more seriously than scientific evidence in certain forums. People tend to believe what they want and use others' experiences to support their own views on treatment effectiveness and side effects.
Breezula, a hair loss treatment, is expected to cost around $100 a month and is anticipated to be released in 2026. The effectiveness of Breezula is debated, with some suggesting it loses effectiveness over time and others arguing it maintains hair compared to baseline.
A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Repliessuggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.
A user shared their experience with male pattern baldness and accepting baldness after shaving their head at age 29. Some responsessuggest treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others discuss acceptance and personal experiences with hair loss.
A 21-year-old expresses feeling alone and invalidated in hisstruggle with hair loss, seeking empathy from others. Some usersshare similar feelings, while one mentions making progress with dutasteride and minoxidil treatments and considering a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Usersshare experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.
A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.
A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and isseeing improvement. Some suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, but the user is concerned about side effects.
The user "StrummerBummer" has been taking finasteride for 25 years without side effects, but is now switching to dutasteride. Other users congratulate and support the decision.
The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affectsscalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.
A user on finasteride for 7+ monthsshared bloodwork results, questioning if high DHT levels and testosterone could affect cholesterol. Repliessuggest consulting a doctor and question the high testosterone levels.
The post discusses the positive results of an 11-month treatment with Finasteride and an 8-month treatment with Minoxidil foam for hair loss. The most noticeable improvement wasseen around the 5-6 month mark.
The conversation is about the effectiveness and safety of a hair loss treatment called Pyri, with users discussing its availability and comparing it to other treatments like RU58841, fluridil, and alfatradiol. Some users are waiting for FDA approval before using Pyri, while othersshare their positive experiences with RU58841 and suggest additional treatments with minimal side effects.
Hair loss discussion mentions losing 50 strands daily as normal, but varies for individuals. Some users joke about hair loss in other areas, while others emphasize individual differences and hair cycle length.
The user reported worsening hair loss after 1.5 years on finasteride, questioning if chronic iron deficiency could be a cause. They noted no side effects from finasteride.
How Finasteride and Dutasteride help reduce hair loss by reducing the amount of DHT in scalp areas, as well as discussing factorssuch assensitivity to DHT, 5α-reductase expression in different parts of the hair follicle, and scalp tension.
User ItchyRaccoon experienced significant hair loss reduction using Eucapil after trying low-dose topical finasteride with no results. Some replies mention that shed hair counts are not reliable indicators of hair loss progression or regression.
The conversation is about a 23-year-old who started treating their hair loss with daily oral dutasteride (0.5mg), oral minoxidil (2.5mg), topical RU58841 (80mg), and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm after seeing others' successstories. Significant improvements have been noted, and there is optimism for even better results in the next 6 months.
Finasteride and Dutasteride used in combination with RU58841 and microneedling, as a treatment for hair loss. There was discussion on progress of the treatment and potential other methods to consider.
The emotional and psychological impact of hair loss in young people, how to cope with it, and potential treatmentssuch as finasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, SMP, and hair transplants.
Hair density improved using topical dutasteride, minox, keto, and 3.5% fluridil for 6 months. Better results when hair is dry, but still unsatisfied when wet.
A user shared their progress with hair loss treatment using Dutasteride Mesotherapy but mentioned they ruined their progress. Another user commented that Minoxidil caused shedding, which should regrow in three months.
User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.
People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.