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User started oral minoxidil 2.5mg in September 2022, experienced initial shedding, then reduced shedding, but now shedding increased again after 8 months. User is a 43-year-old female also on Spironolactone, seeking advice.

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Platelet rich plasma treatment is considered expensive but cheaper than hair transplant.

User discusses using Verteporfin for hair regrowth after hair transplant. Replies mention successful follicle regrowth in studies and mice, questioning if it can be replicated in humans.

A user is concerned that prolonged use of valisone (betamethasone) and clotrimazole solution for scalp dermatitis may be causing hair thinning and loss. They noticed thinning in the area where the solution was applied.

A 20-year-old female is experiencing hairline loss and seeks effective natural remedies or affordable drugstore treatments. She has tried flax seeds and aloe vera without success.

A user was recommended PRP and exosomes for hair loss and asked about combining them and places to get the treatment in the UK. Other users suggested starting with finasteride and minoxidil due to the high cost and variable success of PRP and exosomes.

A user is concerned about hair thinning at 23 and is considering Minoxidil and finasteride for treatment, asking about long-term use and side effects. They also mention using collagen and exploring acupuncture for hair regrowth.

A user stopped using finasteride and switched to a mix of essential oils in jojoba oil to treat hair loss, which reduced itching and hair shedding significantly. They shared their experience, noting that dermatologists were not helpful.

A 20-year-old male using Minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months and keto shampoo for 5 months saw initial improvement in dandruff, but the condition returned. He recently started using 3% salicylic acid shampoo and seeks advice for persistent dandruff, which is oily and localized to the left side of his scalp.

The conversation is about finding shampoos that add volume and promote healthy hair growth without harsh chemicals. The user from India uses an ayurvedic Aloe Vera shampoo and washes their hair once a week.

The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.

The user shared their 11-year journey battling hair loss, highlighting the importance of consistent treatment and avoiding common mistakes. Treatments included minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, ketoconazole, multivitamins, and a hair transplant.

A 19-year-old male with hair loss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.

Dutasteride mesotherapy, an injection treatment for hair loss done monthly, is discussed as an alternative to daily oral treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. It's not popular due to its higher cost, inconvenience, and the discomfort of scalp injections.

Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.

A user discusses using a mixed solution with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and estrone in the morning, and considering adding 5% minoxidil at night. They also use Restax softgel but avoid finasteride.

Mometasone Furoate Topical Solution 0.1% is used for hair loss, applied after showering and massaged into the damp scalp. The user is seeking information on its effectiveness for hair loss.

The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen significant regrowth. They are considering adding topical dutasteride and are exploring options like Happy Head for this treatment.

Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.

A user experienced telogen effluvium due to stress and was prescribed oral minoxidil and spironolactone, which initially worked. After stopping and restarting minoxidil, they experienced shedding but saw regrowth after discontinuing it again.

A user named Mmherak is experiencing hair loss, with low B12 and iron deficiency, and has been recommended minoxidil and spironolactone by dermatologists. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, recommending treatments like Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole, and Selsun Blue.

The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.

A 20-year-old using minoxidil, weekly microneedling, biotin, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto shampoo for hair regrowth. The user is in the shedding phase and hopes for better results in months 3-6.

A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.

The user does not respond well to minoxidil and is seeking an alternative to Tretinoin to upregulate sulfurtransferase activity for hair loss treatment. No specific alternative treatments were mentioned.

A user sharing their progress after 7 months of using finasteride to treat hair loss, with other users offering advice on maintaining the results. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil and RU58841.

A woman discovered her long-term hair loss was due to undiagnosed anemia, with ferritin levels as low as 9. After starting iron supplements, she saw significant hair regrowth, especially in previously bald areas, though some spots remain unchanged.

A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.

27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

A user with diffuse thinning noticed stubble-like hairs on their scalp after using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, castor oil, Vitamin D3, biotin, and iron supplements. They are unsure if this indicates regrowth or miniaturized hairs.