Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
Hairloss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.
Hairloss discussion includes broccoli sprouts treatment, Fluridil 7%, and sulforaphane, with mixed results. Finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are preferred by some users.
The conversation discusses why CB-03-01, a potential hairloss treatment, isn't widely discussed despite evidence of its effectiveness and safety. Some users mention other treatments like melatonin, procianidin b2, and RU58841, debating their effectiveness and safety.
A user shared their personal theory on hairloss, suggesting it's caused by reduced blood flow and scalp calcification rather than DHT, and claimed to have stopped their hairloss by massaging the scalp, using acid peels, and applying oils and copper peptides. They have not noticed further hairloss for six years since starting this routine.
Embracing the decision to buzz one's hair due to dealing with hairloss, and discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and rogaine. People have shared supportive comments and advice on how to style a bald head.
The user experienced increased hairloss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.
The conversation discusses a 17-year-old using finasteride to address early hair thinning, expressing pride in taking action to prevent hairloss. The user emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and shares experiences with the hairloss community.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.
Costco offers affordable prices for hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users discuss prescription options and compare prices with services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Amazon's RxPass.
Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hairloss.
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hairloss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.
A 23-year-old male has been using a regimen including oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Azelaic acid gel, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for 4 months with minimal results. Another user suggests that it typically takes a year to see significant effects and encourages him to continue the routine.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
The conversation discusses future hairloss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.
A user experienced significant hairloss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.
User experienced sudden, rapid hairloss after a year on 2.5mg oral minoxidil. They are hesitant to use finasteride due to anxiety and depression concerns.
A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hairloss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hairloss, though the effect lasts less than a month.
A woman with hairloss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.
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 29-year-old with hairloss (NW 3) uses microneedling, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering topical dutasteride after limited success with current treatments and are questioning why it's not more widely discussed.
Hairloss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hairloss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
Hairloss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. One user shares success with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and low-dose Cyproterone Acetate, but warns against long-term use of oral anti-androgens.
User shares 10-month hairloss treatment progress using finasteride/dutasteride and minoxidil. Treatment shows positive results, with noticeable improvements in months 9 and 10.
A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hairloss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.
User experienced hairloss due to anorexia and stress, leading to a difficult journey with wigs and self-esteem. Hair regrowth occurred with spironolactone, but recent hairloss returned, causing uncertainty and emotional struggles.
The conversation discusses the complexity of hairloss causes, suggesting that DHT sensitivity alone doesn't fully explain it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and dutasteride.
The conversation discusses a hairloss treatment regimen that includes Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Tretinoin, dermarolling, Nizoral, salicylic acid shampoo, vitamins, and possibly The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum. Some responses suggest the regimen might be excessive, while others believe it is sufficient, especially with Dutasteride.