A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.
A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hairloss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.
The user shared a 6-month progress update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil and 5 months of Finasteride, along with a hair transplant of 4,200 grafts. Commenters reacted positively, discussing the effectiveness of these treatments and the impact on self-image.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins such as biotin, B5, B6, and C. They took 1.1 mg of oral finasteride, experienced a shedding period initially, and emphasized the importance of consistency.
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hairloss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 2.5 months using topical minoxidil. Some suggest adding finasteride for long-term results, while others share their experiences with side effects or alternative treatments like dermarolling and dietary improvements.
A 30-year-old uses Dutasteride, Minoxidil, biotin, dermarolling, Anaphase+ shampoo, and Nizoral for hairloss. Some commenters question the need for such extensive treatment given the minimal hairloss.
A user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and received positive reactions and inquiries from others. They also mentioned lifestyle changes such as quitting creatine, alcohol, and smoking, which may have contributed to their success.
The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hairloss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.
The user is using a combination of hairloss treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, low-level laser therapy, ketokonozole, supplements, Viviscal, Nutrafol, microneedling, PRP, and scalp Botox injections, but is still experiencing hair shedding and thinning. Despite being on this regimen for two years, the user's hair condition is worsening, and they are seeking advice on what else they can do.
A user shared their frustration about their cousin's refusal to take their advice on using finasteride for aggressive hairloss, despite the cousin's desperation and current use of minoxidil and consideration of PRP injections. The user, who has done extensive research, suggested the cousin needs a 5ar inhibitor, but the cousin dismisses the advice because the user isn't a doctor.
The user is expressing an obsession with hairloss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.
The post is about a user's progress pictures of their hairloss over the course of a year. The user started taking oral finasteride and using topical Rogaine foam for better results.
The user "mspamnamem" shares their progress with a hairloss treatment stack consisting of finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and microneedling. They express satisfaction with their progress and hope for continued improvement. Other users in the conversation provide encouragement and share their own experiences.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hairloss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
A user's success with treating their hairloss using daily finasteride and minoxidil, and his experience of restored confidence. Replies to the post include discussion about the optimal dose for minoxidil, as well as warnings regarding the high dose taken by the original poster.
This conversation discussed the side effects of Minoxidil for hairloss, with users sharing their experiences. Treatments such as Retinol and Tretinoin were suggested alongside topical or oral Minoxidil to reduce any negative impacts.
Pyrilutamide, a potentially effective hairloss treatment; other topical treatments like RU58841 and CB-03-01 that may have fewer side effects than Pyrilutamide; and the Phase 3 clinical trials of Pyrilutamide, which is likely to be approved by the FDA soon.
A 22-year-old male has been treating hairloss for over three years with various methods including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments, but continues to experience hair thinning. Despite trying multiple treatments and consulting with dermatologists and hair surgeons, the individual is frustrated with the ongoing hairloss and lack of progress.
The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hairloss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.
A user's progress after 3 months of using the "big 4" hairloss treatments - liposomal gel minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo and microneedling; with people providing advice about their own experiences and asking for more information.
The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hairloss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hairloss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hairloss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.
Finasteride, a medication for hairloss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.
The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hairloss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hairloss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
Using Microneedling 1xweek and Minoxidil twice a day as treatments for hairloss, along with DHT blockers such as Finasteride or Dutasteride. Advice was also given to not raise eyebrows when evaluating hair growth progress.
A user who has seen improvements in their hairloss after taking finasteride and minoxidil once a day for 5 months. Other users offered advice and support, with some cautioning about potential side effects of the treatments.
The conversation provides a guide on using finasteride for hairloss, suggesting to start with a quarter of a 1mg pill daily after ensuring estradiol levels are within a specific range, and potentially increasing the dose if no side effects occur. It also recommends supplements like DIM, Calcium d-glucarate, and Zinc to manage high estradiol levels and side effects from finasteride.