A woman found that taking grass-fed collagen powder helped with her alopecia, leading to hair regrowth and reduced hairloss. She initially took it for gut issues, not hair, and also noticed improvements in arthritis and reduced bruising.
Treating alopecia androgenetica with limited options, such as spironolacton, dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil 5%, Rogaine foam for men, a shampoo with ketoconazol, iron supplement and dermarolling.
A woman who is considering giving up on her hairloss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.
Hairloss treatments, specifically Spironolactone, and the user's experience with it over a 7-8 month period. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil and Finasteride.
User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.
A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hairloss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hairloss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.
Isotretinoin may cause hairloss by increasing DHT through a precursor androgen, DHEAS. Treatments like topical antiandrogens (RU58841, pyrilutamide) and drugs increasing PPAR-y expression (pioglitazone) might prevent this hairloss.
A 7-month update of hair regrowth achieved by using daily topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with weekly microneedling. It is also noted that the results are different for females.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.
Hairloss treatments are generally categorized as anti-androgens, like finasteride and RU58841, which prevent hairloss by targeting DHT, and growth stimulators, such as minoxidil, rosemary oil, microneedling, and LLLT, which promote hair growth by increasing blood flow and growth factors. The user is seeking to confirm these categories and understand if there are other treatments or mechanisms of action.
The conversation is about the perceived risks of oral minoxidil compared to spironolactone for treating hairloss, with the original poster currently taking spironolactone due to concerns about oral minoxidil's safety.
Hairloss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. A user asks about alfatradiol's availability, public perception, and usage in Germany.
Topical estrogen or estradiol for hairloss is being discussed for its effectiveness compared to finasteride. Users are sharing their experiences and opinions on its potential benefits.
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.
The user experienced hairloss due to undiagnosed anemia and has been taking iron and vitamin D3 supplements, which improved their energy levels but not hair regrowth. They are seeking advice on additional treatments or steps to restore hair after iron deficiency anemia.
The conversation discusses using topical synthetic prostaglandins like Bimatoprost, Latanoprost, and cetirizine for hair growth. The user shares a link suggesting these treatments may be effective.
A transgender individual began MTF HRT with estradiol and spironolactone at 39 and is monitoring hair regrowth before starting minoxidil. They are hopeful about not needing wigs permanently.
A user started taking Musely men's bloom hair pill, which contains minoxidil, dutasteride, and vitamins, and noticed a stop in hair shedding after switching from other hairloss treatments like hims and Keeps. They are questioning the effectiveness of the Musely pill due to its lower dosage of active ingredients and are curious about others' experiences with the product.
Hairloss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users question effectiveness of HMI-115 and consider waiting longer for results.
Hairloss, treatments including Minoxidil and finasteride, confidence being more important than the amount of hair one has, and how actor Jason Statham is an example of a successful bald man.
A monoclonal antibody clinical trial for potential hairloss treatments in Victoria, Australia and the discussion of their efficacy. People shared information about similar drugs already on the market, speculated about potential side effects, and discussed how to spread the word about the trial.
A person feels intense shame and self-hatred due to baldness and poor self-image, affecting their confidence and social interactions. Suggestions include therapy, exercise, braces, hair transplants, and using finasteride.
A user struggled with hairloss and ineffective vitamin treatments from their doctor. They eventually obtained a finasteride prescription through a telemedicine service and felt relieved.
Topical tretinoin can increase the absorption of minoxidil by three times, which may enhance its effectiveness for hairloss treatment. Tretinoin causes increased skin turnover, making the skin more permeable and potentially improving minoxidil's efficacy.