The conversation is about young men under 20 experiencing hairloss. They discuss their experiences and treatments used, including finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min).
The user is expressing an obsession with hairloss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of hairloss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride, in different populations. Some users believe that the results of Japanese studies may not be relevant to Caucasian men, especially young ones, and that East Asians may respond better to these treatments. Others argue that clinical studies should be the basis for decision-making, while acknowledging that individual responses to medications can vary.
A 21-year-old MTF individual is experiencing rapid hair thinning and is currently on estradiol valerate. They are inquiring about the effectiveness of spironolactone for hairloss, despite being aware of its serious side effects.
A new study that found a single chemical could potentially be responsible for hairloss, and the potential to use this discovery to stimulate hair growth. The conversation also includes various treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, DUT, and Botox for hairloss.
A 22-year-old man shared his 8.5-month experience with oral finasteride and 4-month experience with topical minoxidil for hairloss, reporting significant improvement in hair density and hairline without side effects. Other users expressed envy and curiosity about his results, with some sharing their own varied experiences with hairloss treatments.
The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hairloss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hairloss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hairloss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.
A user shared their 2-month hair growth progress using only Minoxidil, noting significant improvement and plans to continue despite a genetic predisposition to baldness. They apply Minoxidil twice daily, experienced a heat rash, and chose not to use Finasteride due to side effects.
A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hairloss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hairloss.
The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hairloss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hairloss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hairloss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.
User "burlysnurt" shares 1.5-year progress using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss. Others congratulate and ask questions about the treatment, with "burlysnurt" sharing their routine and positive results.
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hairloss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hairloss treatments.
User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hairloss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
Pyrilutamide, a potentially effective hairloss treatment; other topical treatments like RU58841 and CB-03-01 that may have fewer side effects than Pyrilutamide; and the Phase 3 clinical trials of Pyrilutamide, which is likely to be approved by the FDA soon.
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This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hairloss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming due to family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hairloss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hairloss.
The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hairloss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.
Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hairloss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hairloss.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hairloss reduction with this method.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hairloss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hairloss treatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hair density after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hairloss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
Some people respond better to minoxidil due to higher enzyme levels converting it to its active form. Minoxidil helps with hair regrowth but doesn't prevent hairloss; finasteride and other DHT inhibitors are needed for that.
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hairloss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
A user shared his experience of having two healthy children while continuously using finasteride (Fin) for hairloss, challenging fears about its potential impact on fetal development. The discussion that followed included various perspectives, with some users sharing similar experiences, others expressing concerns about potential risks, and some emphasizing the need for more substantial evidence before drawing conclusions.
Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hairloss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.
The user switched from topical minoxidil/dutasteride to oral dutasteride, resulting in hairloss. They resumed topical treatment without regrowth and are considering switching to finasteride due to poor results with oral dutasteride.