User started finasteride in Oct 2021 and experienced reduced shedding and side effects. Saw improvements in months 3-5, but worsening in months 11-13, and asks for advice on next steps.
A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.
Individuals with oily scalps, dandruff, and diffuse thinning hairloss who have managed to either halt the loss or regrow their hair by using topical finasteride and minoxidil as well as microneedling and ketoconazole 2% shampoo.
The user is seeking advice on the best treatment for male pattern baldness, diffuse thinning, and retrograde alopecia, comparing the effectiveness of finasteride, RU58841, and dutasteride, and considering whether to add minoxidil or switch to dutasteride or combine treatments. They are currently on finasteride and are contemplating if adding RU58841 or switching to dutasteride is better, and also asking about the comparison between pyrilutamide and RU58841.
The conversation is about someone who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years without satisfactory results for hair thinning. They have started using dutasteride and added RU58841 seven months ago but have not seen improvements yet.
A user shared a 1-year update showing hair regrowth from taking 1mg Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia. Some comments praised the results, while others criticized the user's behavior and questioned potential side effects.
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffusehairloss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
The conversation discusses a 24-year-old Korean man's progress with hairloss treatments over 8-9 months, with specific treatments not mentioned due to redacted information. Users are commenting on the effectiveness and inquiring if Asians have better results with hairloss treatments.
A user is starting a microneedling regimen for hairloss, using Derminator 2, ketoconazole shampoo, castor oil, and multivitamins. They plan to provide monthly updates on their progress.
Significant hair improvement was reported after 18 months of using 1mg dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion includes praise, skepticism about authenticity, and concerns about side effects.
A user discussed their experience with finasteride for almost 2 years and oral minoxidil for 7 months, noting thicker follicles but no change in density. Replies suggested getting a shorter haircut to make the hair look thicker and healthier.
A user shared a 10-month update on treating hairloss with 1 mg Dutasteride and 2.5-5 mg oral Minoxidil daily, showing significant improvement. Some responses praise the results, others discuss dosing and side effects, and a few comments address the user's previous hostile interactions.
The conversation is about a person's positive experience with Dutasteride 1mg and Oral Minoxidil 2.5-5mg daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months. They mention a tough initial shedding phase, no side effects after 9 months, and a preference for oral treatments due to convenience and pet safety.
A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hairloss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
A 3 year journey of hairloss, with recession and diffuse thinning; the user has been taking finasteride for 3 years and is now switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and may start using topical minoxidil soon.
Long-term efficacy of dermarolling with minoxidil is discussed for hairloss treatment. User can't use RU, Fin, or topical Fin due to side effects and considers using finasteride with an aromatase inhibitor as a last resort.
Using a blunt tip syringe is an effective method for applying liquid topicals like minoxidil and RU58841, especially for those with thick or long hair experiencing diffuse thinning. The user found significant hair regrowth and increased density after using these topicals for less than three months.
A user experienced no hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, and reported side effects from oral finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or using hair fibers for better results.
A person with hairloss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hairloss might be an autoimmune response.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hairloss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hairloss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.
Hairloss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and the tap method; Finasteride was also discussed but not recommended due to its side effects. Price and other information were requested.
This user experienced improvements in their hair density and texture through the use of finasteride (1.25mg) and minoxidil (5%) applied topically once a day over 8 months, with no reported side effects other than slightly lowered libido.
Hair cloning is discussed as a potential future solution for hairloss, but it's not expected to be available soon due to high costs and technical challenges. Current treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned in this conversation.
Diffuse thinners find shopping challenging due to harsh overhead lighting, but H&M's side lighting in fitting rooms is more flattering. Many users humorously suggest banning overhead lighting to improve the shopping experience.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
The user is experiencing diffusehair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.
OP experienced diffuse thinning for 11 years and used Minoxidil and Finasteride previously. They now use Pyrilutamide 0.5% and Alfatradiol 0.1%, resulting in significantly reduced hairloss.
The user experienced rapid diffusehair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.
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.
The user experiencing diffusehairloss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hairloss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hairloss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hairloss.