The conversation is about using topical melatonin for hairloss and seeking advice on a safe mixing solution or pre-mixed product. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 21-year-old male shared his nearly 4-year experience with hairloss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and other products, with initial success followed by shedding. He now continues with finasteride and oral minoxidil, noting changes in hair texture and slight hairline recession.
The 6 month progress of a 40 year old user using topical Finasteride and Minoxidil and weekly Microneedling to treat hairloss, with other users offering advice and asking questions.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hairloss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.
User discusses hairloss treatment progress using Dutasteride for 2 years, RU58841 for 5 months, and oral Minoxidil for 1 year. Some users share side effects and experiences with these treatments.
This user discussed using oral minoxidil as a hairloss treatment, and was cautioned against mixing topical minoxidil with water and drinking it due to potential side effects and risks. Other users shared their concerns about the dangers of self-prescribing medications without consulting a doctor.
A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.
A user's progress after 3 months of using the "big 4" hairloss treatments - liposomal gel minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo and microneedling; with people providing advice about their own experiences and asking for more information.
A woman who has been experiencing hairloss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.
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.
The user lost hairdensity after 7 months of using minoxidil and finasteride and is seeking advice on other treatments after trying tretinoin, microneedling, and castor oil. Suggestions include checking for scalp conditions like eczema or psoriasis, changing minoxidil brands, and questioning hair dryer use and finasteride dosage.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.
A 17-year-old experiencing aggressive hairloss since December 2023 is using finasteride, vitamin D, and a biotin supplement but cannot use minoxidil due to dandruff. They have also undergone two PRP treatments and are seeking further advice.
Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects the entire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hairdensity.
The user has been using minoxidil 5% twice daily, micro-needling, topical finasteride every other day, and various supplements for 3 months to treat hairloss and has seen positive results. They also mentioned using hair growth tablets, biotin, zinc, and vitamins B and D, but not consistently.
The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hairloss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hairloss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.
The user is experiencing hairloss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
The user "mallanboy" shared their experience with using 0.5mg Dutasteride once a week, 0.5mg Finasteride every day, and 2.5mg Minoxidil every day for hairloss. They mentioned that their hairline has slightly improved and their hairdensity has increased after switching from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil after 8 months. They hope to maintain their results until they are 30 years old for a hair transplant.
The user has been using finasteride and ketoconazole for hairloss and is considering changing shampoos due to dryness caused by ketoconazole. Responses suggest that stopping ketoconazole won't affect hairloss unless the user has seborrheic dermatitis, and recommend using conditioner or using ketoconazole shampoo less frequently.
A user who has had positive results from using finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling for hairloss over the past two years. Replies to this post congratulated the user on their progress and praised them for their success.
A user on finasteride for hairloss is considering topical dutasteride to further reduce scalp DHT and is using various other topicals as substitutes for minoxidil due to concerns about the safety of their cats and potential heart side effects from oral minoxidil. They are exploring whether a once-weekly application of topical dutasteride would be effective.
The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hairloss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.
GT20029 and KX826 are promising hairloss treatments, with GT20029 increasing hair count and KX826 showing significant results. KX826 may be a good alternative for those who can't use finasteride or dutasteride, though results vary.
A user's progress pictures showing visible hair growth results from taking Finast and Minoxidil, as well as using microneedling, Nizoral, and a multi peptide serum for hairdensity. The conversation also discussed how DHT is the cause of diffuse thinning.
This conversation discusses the results of a model who claims he went from almost a Norwood 3 to a perfect hairline in 8 months using only Minoxidil and Rosemary oil. The replies suggest that this could be realistic but long-term results would require additional treatments like finasteride or other medications to prevent further hairloss.
The user has been taking dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg orally for 3 years to treat hairloss, which has stabilized their condition. They are considering adding topical RU58841 to their regimen but are uncertain of its effectiveness and contemplating a hair transplant instead.
Many younger men are experiencing hairloss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.
User shared progress pictures of hairdensity improvement using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, but expressed concern about recent hairline miniaturization and treatment effectiveness. Another user complimented the results and inquired about initial shedding.
The conversation discusses the potential link between hairloss treatment pills, specifically finasteride, and infertility. Users share their experiences and opinions, with some suggesting that finasteride can temporarily lower sperm count, while others argue that other factors like age and lifestyle could also contribute to infertility.