User discusses hair loss plateau from December to March, using 0.5 Dutasteride. Others suggest waiting longer for results, keeping sides trimmed, and continuing treatment.
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information anddiscuss various studies and experiences.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride andDutasteride for hair loss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed saw palmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil anddismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.
User Basic_Football999 discusses concerns about negative dutasteride experiences. Replies suggest dutasteride is effective, but some users may have issues with dosing frequency or genetic factors affecting results.
A person noticed hair thinning, changed their diet, and added collagen and vitamins to see if it would improve hair growth before starting finasteride and considering a hair transplant. Commenters suggest the appearance of hair regrowth may be due to the way the hair is combed rather than actual growth.
Hair growth can be induced without stopping DHT, as seen with Minoxidil. HMI115 may work by promoting follicle growth, not targeting the root cause of hair loss (DHT).
Hair loss discussion explores why Prince William didn't use treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Reasons include indifference to appearance, potential side effects, and royal responsibilities.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hair loss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, anddutasteride, but experiencing worsening hair loss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
User took 0.5mg Finasteride daily and 1x Minoxidil daily for 3 months, experienced positive hair growth and temporary side effects. Recommends sticking with treatment and adjusting dosage if needed.
How Finasteride andDutasteride help reduce hair loss by reducing the amount of DHT in scalp areas, as well as discussing factors such as sensitivity to DHT, 5α-reductase expression in different parts of the hair follicle, and scalp tension.
How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inheriteddifferent genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hair loss.
User shared before and after photos of hair regrowth using Dutasteride 5x a week for 19 months. They experienced significant improvement and thanked others for their support.
The efficacy of taking 1mg finasteride three times a week instead of daily for hair loss, with some users arguing that it is just as effective because finasteride has a long half-life in the scalp tissue and lower doses have been shown to be effective. Other users suggest experimenting with various treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride to achieve best results.
Hair loss treatments, including finasteride anddutasteride. It is suggested to try minoxidil with microneedling as an additional treatment for regrowth, and the user reports that it took around 6 months of taking 1mg of finasteride every day before seeing results.
A user's experimentation with various hair loss treatments, including medications and topical applications; as well as their desire to experience unusual sensations through the use of drugs.
This conversation discusses the effectiveness of microneedling for hair loss, particularly when used in combination with oral minoxidil and finasteride. It is suggested that microneedling alone can be more effective than topical minoxidil alone, but it won't have a synergistic effect with oral finasteride. Advice was also given regarding researching treatments further before taking action.
A 35-year-old who has been using topical and oral Minoxidil and Finasteride with dermarolling and Nizoral for four months, experiencing improved hair health but not yet full coverage on the crown. Others have responded encouragingly to this progress.
The difficulty of finding a solution to male pattern baldness compared to the discovery of quantum physics, and suggestions for treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Hair loss discussion mentions treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. Users share experiences, side effects, and advice on using these treatments.
The efficacy of microneedling for hair regrowth as either a stand-alone therapy or adjunct to Minoxidil, and whether Tretinoin is a safer and more effective option. Replies include personal accounts from users who have had success with microneedling in combination with minoxidil and peptide serums, as well as considerations of technique, depth, and potential scarring.
A 21 year-old feeling depressed about hair loss and how to cope with it, discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair pieces, and scalp micropigmentation. There is also discussion of accepting oneself and redefining self-worth in order to not base one's entire identity on their hair.
A 22-year-old male has been treating hair loss 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 hair loss and lack of progress.
User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.