User experienced scalp itching and hairloss, but found relief with oral minoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.
The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hairloss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.
User reports 2 months of hair growth using Minoxidil 5% twice daily and 0.5 Finasteride once daily. Different Minoxidil brand and increased application frequency may have contributed to success.
Hairloss recovery using estrogen and anti-androgen treatment for 18 months showed significant improvement. However, results vary and alternative treatments like RU58841 and Dutasteride may work without systemic feminization.
Hair transplant results after 1 year discussed, with mostly positive feedback on density and appearance. User considers another surgery for hairline, but overall improvement noted.
A 35-year-old who has been using topical and oral Minoxidil and Finasteride with dermarolling and Nizoral for four months, experiencing improved hair health but not yet full coverage on the crown. Others have responded encouragingly to this progress.
Hairloss discussion mentions HMI-115 efficacy in 3 months after Phase II study. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and mention massive regrowth in previously bald areas.
The 6 month progress of a 40 year old user using topical Finasteride and Minoxidil and weekly Microneedling to treat hairloss, with other users offering advice and asking questions.
The user has been using topical finasteride for seven months and minoxidil for three years, with added tretinoin gel for ten months, and is experiencing continuous shedding without signs of regrowth. They are questioning if the amount of shedding is normal at this stage of treatment and if there's a correlation between finasteride response and the rate of hairloss.
A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.
Progress in hairloss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.
Hairloss in a 3-year-old, with various treatments discussed such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841 and biotin supplementation. Some people suggested shaving the head and growing a beard or getting a partial hairpiece instead of attempting to treat it.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hairloss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hairloss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
25-year-old male with Norwood 2 hairloss tried PRP injections without success. Dermatologists didn't recommend finasteride or minoxidil, but suggested PRP + Mesotherapy for 50% improvement.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hairloss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses a last-resort hairloss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.
A user's progress with treating their hairloss, which consists of using Dutasteride, RU58841, Stemoxydine and Tretinoin 0.05% over the past three months.
A user's progress with hairloss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.
A user visited a dermatologist for hairloss and was prescribed Minoxidil without a physical examination, leading to skepticism about the thoroughness of the appointment. The user is considering seeking a second opinion due to the lack of tests or physical checks.
User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.
A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
A user reported a significant reduction in DHT levels after 3 months of taking 1mg/day oral finasteride, along with using minoxidil foam, microneedling, and Nutrafol vitamins. They hope this will lead to hair growth and less shedding.
User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.
Topical liquid minoxidil may be safe to consume in small amounts, but it needs liver processing to become effective for hair growth. Therefore, oral pills might be more effective.
A 19-year-old experiencing hairloss since 17 uses finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral castor oil, but sees little improvement. They seek advice on adding an anti-androgen, considering alfatradiol.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hairloss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.