The user has been using Finasterideand Minoxidil for hair loss but has seen no progress. Suggestions include trying Dutasteride, increasing Minoxidil dosage, or considering a hair transplant.
Using regular Head & Shoulders shampoo stopped hair shedding and itchiness, unlike natural shampoos and oils. Minoxidil and finasteride were also used but didn't stop the shedding.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer sideeffects, greater bioavailability, and could be moreeffective than oral minoxidil.
Volunteers using finasterideand minoxidil are needed to test if intense calf raises increasehair shedding. The goal is to see if overexertion of leg muscles affects hair loss.
Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.
A user is starting finasterideand seeks advice on expected results. Another user reports combining finasteride with minoxidil, experiencing some regrowthand a return to hair thickness similar to when they were younger.
A 30-year-old is considering starting hair regrowth treatments and is seeking advice on medications like minoxidil and finasteride, as well as other therapies. Users suggest starting with the "big 4" treatments and share that many have seen success even when starting later in life.
A user shared their 3-month progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, expressing hope for continued improvement. Others advised patience, suggesting adding micro-needling and waiting at least a year for significant results.
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasterideand RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
A user's 11-month progress withhair loss treatment using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5%. The user is happy with the significant hairline regrowthand increased density, and is considering dermarolling for further improvement.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasterideand minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
User fought hair loss with Derminator microneedling, topical and oral minoxidil, and a 2000 FUEhair transplant. Derminator was a game changer, preventing further loss.
User took 0.5mg Finasteride daily and 1x Minoxidil daily for 3 months, experienced positivehair growthand temporary sideeffects. Recommends sticking with treatment and adjusting dosage if needed.
The user reports improved hair growth after adding oral minoxidil and microneedling to their routine, while reducing oral minoxidil dosage due to hand swelling. They've been treating hair loss with finasterideand minoxidil since 2015, with intermittent use of minoxidil.
A user's hair loss journey and their results from 9 months of the treatments finasterideand minoxidil, as well as biotin supplementation. People discussed sideeffects, taking progress pictures, and providing support to other users on their own journeys.
User discusses tight scalp causing hair loss and suggests treatments like scalp massages, PRP, saw palmetto, andeucapil. They share their experience with saw palmetto andeucapil and consider adding PRP and scalp massages for better results.
A user's experience with treating hair loss using finasterideand minoxidil, as well as advice from other users that they should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.
Gamebread2000's progress with using finasterideand minoxidil to treat hair loss, which resulted in improved confidenceand appearance. Other participants shared their positive reactions at the results.
The individual is experiencing hair loss andhas a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing thehair loss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from September to December using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%. The treatment appears to beeffective for hair loss.
A 29-year-old considering hair loss treatment received advice to explore a theory on androgenic/anabolic balanceand was encouraged to read a beginner's guide for better recovery chances. The user expressed gratitudeand willingness to try the suggested approach.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
A 36-year-old has been using 5% Minoxidil for 3.5 months and is considering adding microneedling and PRP. Another user suggests adding finasterideand microneedling for better results.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and futurehopes for hair cloning. Users express skepticism and frustration over current and future solutions.
A 27-year-old man is using a daily routine of 5% Minoxidil spray in the morning and a topical mix of 5% Minoxidil/0.1% Finasteride at night, along with microneedling. He reports significant hair improvement despite ongoing shedding.
A person started using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to regrow hair at the temples and is asking if it's possible. Some users report temple regrowth is possible with these treatments, while others find it challenging, and advise consistency and patience with treatment.
The conversation discusses using a violet ray device for hair regrowth, citing a case where zinc ion treatments showed promising results. It also mentions similar devices like the Growcombr and niostem helmet.
Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to losehis hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and savehis hair.
How little the average person knows about hair loss andhow it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.