Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hairloss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.
The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hairloss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hairloss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hairloss medications.
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hairloss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hairloss. Other suggestions include using hairloss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hairloss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hairloss, 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.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hairloss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hairloss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hairloss.
A user has been treating hairloss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hairloss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.
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.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
The progress made by someone using finasteride, minoxidil and Nizoral for hairloss over a 2.5 year period, with before and after photos to show the results. Replies included encouragements and questions about the treatments used.
A 26-year-old with extreme male pattern baldness saw hair regrowth after 6 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral, a vitamin complex, biotin, and a shampoo with baicapil. Continuation of treatment is necessary to maintain results; stopping may lead to hairloss, making a hair transplant a potential future option.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hairloss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
Significant hair improvement was reported after 18 months of using 1mg dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion includes praise, skepticism about authenticity, and concerns about side effects.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years, switched to oral minoxidil, and recently started dutasteride and dermarolling but still experiences thin hair. They are seeking suggestions for improving their hair condition.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride without side effects, starting with finasteride and not using minoxidil or dermarolling. They attributed success to a unique genetic response to DHT blockers but did not share their full regimen, frustrating others.
Female experiencing hairloss for 10 years used 50mg Spironolactone and 5% minoxidil with decent results. Recently had massive shedding, but blood tests were fine and still taking original medications.
The user's experience of using Finasteride 5mg and Aldactone 50mg to treat Female Pattern HairLoss, as well as their use of PRP injections for further hair growth.
Spironolactone is more potent and lowers testosterone and DHT, while dutasteride only impacts DHT. For female hairloss, checking hormones and considering treatments like oral minoxidil, spironolactone, or topical minoxidil is recommended.
A user with female pattern hairloss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hairloss.
User "kingkaurr" shaved head due to female pattern hairloss and feels happy and confident. Others compliment her look and discuss how head shaving is perceived differently for men and women.
Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® showed better results in parietal-vertex regions for less advanced female pattern hairloss compared to Minoxidil 5%. MMP® with Minoxidil can improve the quality of life for these patients.
A 30-year-old woman with controlled hair thinning stopped taking Spironolactone due to side effects and is considering Dutasteride. She seeks feedback from other women who have used Dutasteride for hairloss.
A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female Pattern HairLoss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.
A female user is experiencing heavy hair shedding and receding temples, possibly due to low ferritin levels. She is using oral minoxidil, iron supplements, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is hesitant to start spironolactone.
A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hairloss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hairloss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
