The conclusion of the conversation is that dying the hair can be an effective method for managing hair loss, particularly for those with diffusethinning.
The user shared a 5-month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for diffusethinning, along with supplements like B-Vitamins, D-Vitamins, Iron, and Beta carotene. They noted improvement in hair condition and encouraged others to check previous posts for more information.
User experienced telogen effluvium and diffusethinning, started using 5% minoxidil two months ago, and resolved several deficiencies. They report noticeable improvement in hair health and plan to update progress in a month.
A 3 year journey of hair loss, with recession and diffusethinning; 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.
Hair loss 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.
Long-term efficacy of dermarolling with minoxidil is discussed for hair loss 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.
A user with diffusethinning experienced no hair regrowth with finasteride or Avodart but slowed hair loss with Avodart. They are considering trying Minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether to use foam or liquid, and if combining it with other treatments could be beneficial, excluding micro-needling due to scalp irritation concerns.
A 25-year-old male with DUPA (diffusethinning including the donor area) has not seen improvement after 14 months on finasteride. He's considering switching to dutasteride (DUT) after advice from a hair loss YouTuber and is also contemplating trying RU58841.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffusethinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
People who experience diffusethinning of their hair and how they cope with going swimming. People discussed wearing a swimming cap, making jokes out of it and accepting that it's genetics.
A user with diffusethinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter and coconut oil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.
A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffusethinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. The user is considering adding minoxidil to their regimen after using finasteride and dutasteride without significant results, while others suggest minoxidil is essential for diffusethinning.
A 23-year-old with diffusethinning for 2 years is using Finasteride 1mg, prescribed by a dermatologist, and is seeking advice on regrowth expectations. Replies suggest continuing Finasteride, possibly adding Minoxidil, and being patient with results.
OP experienced diffusethinning for 11 years and used Minoxidil and Finasteride previously. They now use Pyrilutamide 0.5% and Alfatradiol 0.1%, resulting in significantly reduced hair loss.
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 diffusethinning may be easier to treat.
A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffusethinning look worse than it is.
A 32-year-old male with diffusethinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
A 19-year-old is experiencing diffusethinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.
A user's regimen to help with their diffusethinning, 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.
The user achieved impressive hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is now adding dutasteride due to recent diffusethinning. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but no longer have issues.
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffusethinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
The user has low testosterone and DHT levels and is considering taking finasteride for Norwood 2 hair loss with diffusethinning. They are seeking advice on whether low DHT indicates high sensitivity to DHT in the scalp and opinions on their lab values.
A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffusethinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.
The user "baselinesims" shared their progress in treating hair loss using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml topical minoxidil, 0.5ml topical dutasteride, keto shampoo, cosmerna, and micro needling. They are happy with the progress so far, with diffusethinning being taken care of and baby hairs showing up. They plan on getting a hair transplant in the future. Other users commented on the improved appearance and mentioned that the lighting in the photos may affect the comparison.
A 43-year-old man regrets not starting finasteride earlier for his receding hairline, which has now progressed to NW3 with diffusethinning. Other users share their experiences, highlighting the effectiveness of finasteride and hair transplants in managing hair loss, even in their 30s and 40s.
The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.