User Clay1211 shared 1-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermaroller for hair loss. Commenters expressed surprise and praised the impressive results.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hair loss treatments such as minoxidil.
The user shared a 1-year update on using finasteride (0.25mg three times a week), biotin, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin D for hair loss, showing positive results with pictures and no side effects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and the user's good response to the treatment.
The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.
Finasteride stopped working for a user after 3 years, and they are considering switching to dutasteride. Other users suggest trying dutasteride, with some sharing positive experiences and additional treatments like minoxidil and RU58841.
A user shared 5 months of progress using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, showing before and after pictures. Other users complimented the results and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.
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CumsOnYourFeet69 has been discussing a new treatment called CosmeRNA which claims to target the root cause of male pattern baldness, and is considering using it in conjunction with Minoxidil instead of Finasteride due to possible side effects. Replies have highlighted that the efficacy of this treatment is still unknown, but it could be used as an effective maintenance option if successful.
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
The conversation discusses a user's experience with switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticing a decrease in hairdensity. They question if finasteride could be more effective than dutasteride for some people, while others suggest that shedding is normal and it takes time to see results from dutasteride.
Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.
The user started using Hims Finasteride and Minoxidil topical in July 2023, added daily microneedling in November, and switched to chewable Finasteride and Minoxidil in January with increased microneedling frequency. They observed hair regrowth, suggesting diffuse thinning may be easier to treat.
Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.
Topical melatonin was found to significantly increase hairdensity and decrease scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis. The user is considering using it alongside finasteride and oral minoxidil for treating hair loss and scalp health.
User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.
Adding RU58841 to Dutasteride treatment helped reduce hair shedding significantly for several users. Some reported no change with RU58841, while others experienced a dramatic decrease in shedding and increased hairdensity.
A user experienced increased hairdensity loss after 4 months on dutasteride combined with finasteride. They are also using topical dutasteride with azelaic acid and alfatradiol but cannot tolerate antiandrogens like RU58841 due to headaches.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hairdensity and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Dutasteride mesotherapy showed increased hairdensity and diameter without reducing serum DHT levels in a small study. However, the sample size was too small to make definitive claims about its efficacy.
The user experienced improved hairdensity and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hair loss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil due to its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.
The user experienced positive results in hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil, with no negative side effects except reduced chest/beard hairdensity. They plan to continue this routine for two years before possibly reducing the dutasteride dose.
33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hairdensity and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.
User shared 15-month progress using Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil for hair loss. Treatment improved hairdensity, now considering hair transplant with fewer grafts.
A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hairdensity and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg for hair loss, reporting no side effects, reduced shedding, and a thicker hairline. Other users discussed their experiences, asked questions about side effects, and noted the visible improvements in hairdensity and health.
The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hair loss treatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hairdensity after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.
A 32-year-old male experienced severe hair loss after stopping Rogaine and is considering restarting it along with topical Finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo due to concerns about oral Finasteride causing gynecomastia. Users suggest that stopping Minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss and recommend Finasteride for better results.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.