Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.
This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.
Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
Topical Dutasteride may halt hair loss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize side effects.
The conversation is about a person struggling with hair loss and feeling frustrated comparing themselves to friends with thick hair. They started taking 1 mg Finasteride a month ago to address the hair loss.
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses hair cloning progress and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users also talk about hair transplants and their effectiveness.
A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.
Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.
Treating hair loss with various remedies, such as Cetirizine and the Big3 complex (minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841), which have properties like adipogenic, anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory. References to research studies are also included.
Accepting hair loss, with solutions discussed including Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments, shaving the head as a liberating experience, and using beards to make up for lack of hair.
Dutasteride can lead to increased cholesterol and liver fat. The user is reconsidering its use due to high cholesterol and lipid levels despite a healthy lifestyle.
A user took 1.5 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil for 11 months, resulting in significant changes in blood values but no noticeable hair improvement. They experienced side effects like mood swings and increased visceral fat, leading them to stop Finasteride.
A female user is seeking feedback on using topical minoxidil on eyebrows due to eyebrow loss, as oral minoxidil hasn't worked and they avoid Latisse due to potential fat loss.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil, which helped regrow their hairline and reduce shedding. They experienced side effects like brain fog, sluggishness, and fat gain with dutasteride, and slight chest tightness with oral minoxidil.
The conversation discusses treating side effects of hair loss treatments. Recommendations include lifting heavy weights, reducing body fat, taking ZMA and D3 supplements, improving diet, taking DIM, reducing finasteride dosage, avoiding alcohol, drinking water, getting quality sleep, and not obsessing over side effects.
A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.
Following a Ray Peat diet led to less hair fall, thicker hair, and new hair growth at bald spots. The diet included stopping Omega 3 supplements, eating liver, increasing fruit, sugar, and saturated fat intake, and occasionally consuming coffee, tea, raw carrots, and shellfish.
The conversation is about finding the best quality and price for a saw palmetto supplement for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A 23-year-old with high estrogen levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss and plans to use a low dose topical treatment while also seeking to lower estrogen levels. They will consult an endocrinologist for further guidance.
A user shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using daily oral finasteride and topical minoxidil without side effects. Some people are impressed, asking for more details, while others suggest a hair transplant for further improvement.
User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.
The conversation discusses the potential connection between baldness, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride.
Actor Jacob Batalon's receding hairline and how it is a sign of his success despite dealing with hair loss, with some people suggesting he may be using treatments such as Minoxidil or Finasteride to manage it.
A user is experiencing anxiety and insecurity about hair loss despite using finasteride for 19 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months. They are seeking advice on whether stress, scalp testosterone, or switching treatments could help, and are considering a buzzcut.
User experienced feminizing side effects from finasteride and tried RU, alfatradiol, and finasteride without success. They are now considering treatments like Stemoxydine, Zix, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Eucapil, and a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user inquires if RENU Biogen is a DHT inhibitor.