People making comments on others' hair loss, and the different strategies used to deal with it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and minoxidil.
The user tried Minoxidil without success, and Finasteride worked but caused sexual side effects even at a very low dose. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss as they cannot tolerate anti-androgens and are also in therapy for mental health.
A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.
The conversation discusses using homemade topical finasteride for hair loss, showing an increase in DHT levels despite treatment. The user applies 0.125mg daily, resulting in 113.4% of previous DHT levels.
The potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride, as well as other hair loss treatmentssuch as finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and various vitamins. Experiences from users who have used these treatments were shared.
Hair loss and the importance of not letting it affect one'sself-worth. The conversation includes advice on treatmentssuch as taking medication, like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and other methods to manage hairloss, such as buzzing your head or seeking professional help.
A 16-year-old girl is experiencing hair loss, whichhas worsened despite using minoxidil and multivitamins. Suggestions include broader hormone testing and considering other treatments like spironolactone if the hair loss is due to androgenic alopecia.
A user who hasseen improvements in their hair loss after taking finasteride and minoxidil once a day for 5 months. Other users offered advice and support, withsome cautioning about potential side effects of the treatments.
A 25 year old male who has been using finasteride and dutasteride for two years to treat hishair loss, with no success. Other treatmentssuch as oral minoxidil, topical anti-androgens, RU58841, latanoprost, topical estrogen, CB 03 01, microneedling, keto 2% shampoo, vitamin D, Omega 3, B vitamins and probiotics were discussed.
A user sharing their progress after using Fin, Minoxidil, keto diet, and microneedling for two months to attempt to regrow hair on bald temples. Other users replied with advice and support.
User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.
Sulforaphane shows potential for hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and regrowth. Some users combine it with Minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growthserum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Usersshare experiences with Finasteride, mentioning watery semen as a side effect and weighing its importance against maintaining hair.
Hair loss discussion includes broccoli sprouts treatment, Fluridil 7%, and sulforaphane, with mixed results. Finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are preferred by some users.
A 28-year-old male, losing hair since his teens, started taking 0.31 mg finasteride daily for two weeks with no side effects and regrets not starting earlier. He tried various treatments like minoxidil, scalp massages, and vitamins but found finasteride most effective.
User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair losssince 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle withhair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatmentssince the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.
High cost of studying 3α-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in hair loss led to suggestions of crowdfunding for research. Users discussed using Procyanidin B2/melatonin topical treatment and tracking funds with blockchain.
A new hair loss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, withsome members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss 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 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medicationssuch as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.
A user's 2-year experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, including the costs involved and potential side effects. Other usersshared their experiences and asked questions about their own use of these treatments.
Hair loss treatments for female pattern baldness, with the user focusing on wigs as an effective solution; they also discussed the difference between cheap and real wigs, and the importance of returning to confidence and self-esteem when tackling alopecia.
Accepting hair loss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatmentssuch as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.
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 ishelping their hair.
Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it issuggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.