A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hairloss.
Mometasone Furoate Topical Solution 0.1% is used for hairloss, applied after showering and massaged into the damp scalp. The user is seeking information on its effectiveness for hairloss.
A 24-year-old shared six months of progress using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting improved hairline and temples with no side effects. The user experienced initial shedding but noted significant regrowth and no erectile dysfunction issues.
Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hairloss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.
A person with hairloss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hairloss might be an autoimmune response.
The conversation is about someone considering adding topical Cetirizine 1% to their existing hairloss treatment regimen and seeking advice on where to buy it and others' experiences with it.
CumShotDiva's update on using topical minoxidil orally in an attempt to regrow hair, which has been met with both support and criticism from other users. The conversation includes discussion of possible side effects and the efficacy of this approach.
The user experienced hairloss after 21 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest it might be temporary and recommend staying consistent or trying additional methods like hairloss shampoo, microneedling, or checking vitamin levels.
The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride to prevent hairloss, despite not showing significant balding. Many commenters believe the treatment is excessive, while some support early prevention.
Dutasteride is reported by some users to worsen hairloss, while others believe it causes shedding before improvement. Finasteride and Minoxidil are also mentioned as treatments, with mixed results.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hairloss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress in treating hairloss using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The user expresses regret for not starting treatment earlier.
CosmeRNA, a new hairloss treatment, is expected to release soon and may become part of the "big three" treatments alongside finasteride and minoxidil. It works differently from finasteride by targeting androgen receptors in hair follicles, potentially offering fewer side effects.
A user's progress with treating hairloss over 3.5 months, which involves taking finasteride MWF, minoxidil daily and microneedling once a week. There was positive feedback from other users regarding the results.
A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hairloss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.
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.
The individual is experiencing hairloss and has a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hairloss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.
Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.
Dutasteride is often preferred over Finasteride due to fewer side effects and better hair regrowth. Initial side effects like lowered libido may occur but typically diminish over time.
Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer side effects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hairloss treatment.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and is experiencing fewer side effects with dutasteride, though some scalp itching has occurred. Blood tests show elevated testosterone and estrogen, low DHT, and normal liver and cholesterol levels, leading the user to feel confident in the long-term benefits of dutasteride for hair regrowth.
Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hairloss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.
Minoxidil is commonly used for male pattern baldness, but Procapil is considered to have fewer side effects and be more effective. The user seeks information or experiences regarding Procapil.
The conversation discusses the availability of GT20029, a new topical hairloss treatment with fewer side effects than Minoxidil or finasteride. Users suggest using finasteride to preserve hair until GT20029 becomes available.
Dutasteride may be better for the brain than Finasteride, potentially increasing dopamine levels and causing fewer side effects. For those switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride to prevent hairloss, it's recommended to continue Finasteride for 3-4 months while starting Dutasteride to avoid shedding due to Dutasteride's long half-life.
Topical Dutasteride is more effective than topical Finasteride for treating AGA in men, with fewer side effects. Mesotherapy with Dutasteride, administered every 3 months, shows promising results for hair regrowth and maintenance without daily routines or significant side effects.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hairloss treatments such as minoxidil.
A father experienced hair regrowth in his 60s after taking dutasteride for prostate issues, prompting discussions about its effectiveness compared to finasteride for hairloss. Users shared personal experiences, with some preferring dutasteride due to perceived effectiveness and fewer side effects.
Dutasteride mesotherapy combined with topical minoxidil led to some hair regrowth, but taking dutasteride pills every 2-3 days showed more noticeable results. The user did not try finasteride, as their dermatologist recommended dutasteride for better outcomes with fewer side effects at a reduced dosage.