User is scared to start finasteride for hair loss due to potential sideeffects and personal concerns. Another user suggests trying a low dose for 6 months and avoiding online groups to reduce anxiety.
The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, with claims that none of their 800 users reported sideeffects. The user expresses skepticism about these claims and seeks others' experiences with the treatment.
A 21-year-old male with a thyroid condition noticed his hair thinning uniformly without a receding hairline. He is considering using a 5ARI to prevent further baldness if he starts TRT.
A 22-year-old male started taking finasteride a month ago and is seeing some progress in hair loss treatment. He is concerned about high estradiol levels but plans to continue the medication and consult an endocrinologist.
The conversation is about managing a hair loss routine using Minoxidil twice daily, Tretinoin cream once daily at night, and microneedling once daily at night. The user is seeking advice on how to incorporate these treatments effectively without overlapping too much at night.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal sideeffects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that sideeffects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hair loss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.
A 28 year old maleexperiencing diffuse thinning, chronic dandruff and scalp crust (seborrheic dermatitis), with replies discussing the use of topical fin for hormone imbalances and Nizoral for seb derm.
User experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride sideeffects.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride (0.25% gel) and minoxidil (5% foam) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences about application methods, microneedling, and results. Some users have switched to oral finasteride for convenience and cost-effectiveness, while others discuss the greasy nature of the topical solution.
Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects theentire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hair density.
A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positiveexperience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.
Taking 2.5mg of dutasteride daily can cause feelings of low energy, ambition, and motivation, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Many users suggest lowering the dose to 0.5mg to alleviate these sideeffects.
The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.
A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with sideeffects managed by other medications.
RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about sideeffects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.
A user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes oral and topical Minoxidil, dermarolling, Keto shampoo, multivitamins, Biotin, oils, protein intake, and water. Another user suggested adding finasteride and continuing the routine for 6-12 months.
Hair loss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
User seeks advice for mom's hair loss, considering treatments like spiro, iron/biotin supplements, 2% minoxidil, and Nioxin. Mom has Parkinson's and low estrogen due to hysterectomy, which may contribute to thinning.
User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with sideeffects.
The conversation is about adding a low dose of pyrilutamide to a hair loss treatment regimen. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user experienced sideeffects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.
Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally moreeffective.
The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride and is considering a combination therapy including Minoxidil, Tretinoin, microneedling, caffeine, and other ingredients. They are also thinking about adding red light therapy and microneedling once per week.
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor theeffects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no sideeffects, citing cost and practicality concerns.
The conversation discusses theeffectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be moreeffective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and sideeffects.
The conversation is about finding the optimal concentration of topical melatonin for hair loss treatment. The user is considering making their own solution and is unsure whether a higher concentration is moreeffective for deactivating prolactin receptors.