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A user applied a homemade topical finasteride solution daily for 35 days, reducing hair shedding significantly with minimal side effects. They plan to continue for 90 days and will provide further updates.

A woman who is considering giving up on her hair loss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.

The conversation discusses using Vitamin E, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. The link provided offers more information on the benefits of Vitamin E for hair loss.

Vitamin E was discussed as a treatment for hair shedding, with a specific form mentioned. A user shared a link to a study and started taking the Vitamin E variants used.

A user decided to use a hair system after 10 years of hair loss, avoiding surgery and supplements due to potential side effects. They were nervous but hopeful for natural-looking results.

A user began treating hair loss with dermastamping, castor oil, peppermint oil, biotin, and nizoral, and has started taking finasteride (generic proscar) with plans to include DIM and zinc supplements. The user aims to maintain current hair and regrow hair at the temples, and will avoid hair loss forums for a month to minimize stress.

The user experienced hair loss after a hair transplant and stopped using finasteride and minoxidil temporarily, as advised by their medical team. They resumed the treatments and are hopeful for regrowth, attributing the current hair loss to shock loss and shedding.

A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hair growth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.

After years of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success, the individual decided to shave their head and stop treatment. They considered scalp micropigmentation and hair systems but ultimately accepted their hair loss.

Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hair loss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.

Exercise, especially leg workouts, combined with finasteride and minoxidil, may enhance hair regrowth. Cold exposure, like cold showers, might further boost results.

Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.

High dose topical Finasteride solutions are speculative and not proven more effective than low dose solutions. Users report varying results with different concentrations, with some preferring lower doses to minimize side effects.

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

A user shared their 5-month progress using Finasteride (1mg daily) and 3 months on Oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for hair regrowth, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They experienced initial shedding with Minoxidil but saw substantial regrowth, encouraging others to try these treatments.

Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.

A 19-year-old experienced worsening hair loss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.

A user shared their positive experience of embracing baldness after years of trying treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. They found happiness and confidence by shaving their head, despite some social challenges, and encouraged others to focus on their attitude and seek therapy if needed.

The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

User is 1.5 months into using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, along with dermarolling. They report good progress and seek advice on whether new hairs will thicken.

The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.

A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.

Hair systems can be life-changing, providing a natural look and requiring maintenance every 7-14 days. They cost around $900-1000 annually and are generally comfortable and well-received by others.

A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

The user discusses their long struggle with hair loss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitamin supplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.

Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.