Increased coffee intake might be linked to hair shedding, but the cause is unclear. The user is on finasteride and has increased water intake, possibly affecting electrolyte balance.
The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair loss treatment after 1.5 months, using topical finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and minoxidil shampoo, despite the drying effect of keto shampoo and a change inhair texture due to accutane. Responses include congratulations, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and a mention of accutane's negative impact on hair.
The efficacy of various hair loss treatments, including Finasteride and Dutasteride, with personal anecdotal evidence about potential side effects. It also includes advice to get a male hormone blood panel done before starting treatment, and lifestyle changes to minimize side effects.
After suffering from hair loss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hairgrowth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.
User started with rosemary oil, then used oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, derma rolling, and keto for hair loss treatment. Significant progress was made, and others praised the aggressive approach.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and tretinoin, with the user showing progress after five months. Tretinoin is mentioned to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil.
User shares 8-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz and microneedling for hair loss, with positive results and no side effects. Discusses routine, including Fin 1mg daily, Minox 2x daily, Niz 2x weekly, and derma pen 1.5mm weekly.
The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 inhair loss classification.
A user shared that adding Dutasteride to Finasteride worsened their hair loss, despite initial improvements with Finasteride alone. Others in the conversation debated the effectiveness of Dutasteride, with some suggesting individual responses vary and others defending its proven efficacy for hair loss.
User maintained hair with finasteride for 6 months, then switched to dutasteride for 7 months, using DHT blocking shampoo, keto 2% shampoo, and microneedling. Significant hairgrowth observed, especially on right temple.
The conversation is about someone's hairgrowth progress after two months of daily treatment with 1 mg finasteride and 1.25 mg oral minoxidil. The replies are positive and encouraging.
User is pleased with hairgrowth results after nearly a year of using Minoxidil and finasteride, despite experiencing shedding phases. They noticed thicker hair regrowth and saw visible improvement around the 4th or 5th month.
The user reported significant hairgrowth after 8 months using a topical solution of 0.25% Finasteride and 8% Minoxidil, with no side effects. They also performed micro-needling and took multivitamins.
The user shared progress pictures showing hairgrowth after 8 months of treatment with 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride once daily, head massages, omega 3, vitamin D, zinc, and using a dermaroller starting at the 6th month. They are satisfied with the results and experienced no side effects.
Hair loss treatment with Minoxidil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week, healthy diet, and regular exercise showed great results in 2 months. No finasteride was mentioned.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hairgrowth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
A user humorously complains about not seeing immediate hairgrowth results after one day of using finasteride and minoxidil, even after microneedling. Replies include jokes and exaggerated experiences, with one user suggesting a satirical method of mixing and freezing the treatments.
Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.
A user discusses a topical prescription for hair regrowth containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Latanoprost, noting Latanoprost's side effect of promoting eyelash and eyebrow growth. Others share experiences and information about Latanoprost, highlighting its origins as a glaucoma drug and potential side effects.
The conversation discusses the potential positive effects of melatonin on hairgrowth. The original poster plans to try both oral and topical melatonin and is seeking recommendations for a good source.
The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.
User started 0.5 mg dutasteride in September 2022 and oral minoxidil in February 2023. Hair loss increased initially, but improved after increasing minoxidil dosage.
A user discusses their hair thinning journey, starting minoxidil at 16, switching treatments, and experiencing significant shedding after resuming minoxidil. They are now using minoxidil daily and considering PRP if shedding continues, while also planning lifestyle changes to improve their condition.
A user's progress in using medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, along with keto shampoo and microneedling, to treat their hair loss. Replies suggested that the user was seeing positive results quickly, but noted the heavy treatments used may cause extra shedding.
Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.
Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.
Clinical studies by Dr. Barghouthi and Dr. Bloxham indicate that Verteporfin, when used with FUE and FUT hair transplantation methods, shows promise inhair follicle regeneration and minimal scarring due to its ability to inhibit Yes-associated protein (YAP). Microneedling at depths of 3-3.5mm, combined with Verteporfin, could potentially reactivate dormant follicles, although the optimal dosage and application method are still under investigation. Concerns remain about the DHT sensitivity of regenerated follicles, highlighting the need for further research to optimize trauma levels and Verteporfin concentrations to achieve effective and scar-free hair regeneration.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They also mentioned using the medication inconsistently and considering changes to their shampoo routine.