User shared 2-year hairloss progress using finasteride 3 times a week and 5 mg oral minoxidil daily. Another user praised the results as a complete recovery.
BigLu2012 tried various hairloss treatments for 3 years, including Fin, Min, and RU, but experienced side effects and worsening hair condition. Ready-Character1581 suggested focusing on mental health and not stressing about hair, as it looks better than most.
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.
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This conversation is about Royal_Woodpecker0007's 11-month progress on hairloss medications, including topical finasteride and minoxidil, as well as oral finasteride and keto 1% shampoo. The treatments have shown positive results, reducing his hairfall from 200 hairs per day to 40-50, and thickening his hairline. He plans to wait another year before considering a transplant.
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.
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.
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.
Finasteride prevents further hairloss by blocking DHT, while minoxidil stimulates hair growth by prolonging the active phase of hair follicles. Stopping minoxidil can lead to loss of regrown hair because finasteride does not address the same growth mechanism.
The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hairloss and whether applying SPF on the scalp is necessary if hair covers the treated areas. The user is considering this treatment despite having no completely bald patches.
A 19-year-old experienced worsening hairloss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.
The user "OP" shared their hairloss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
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.
A user has been experiencing hairloss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.
A 22-year-old has seen hairdensity improvement after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for 7 months and also uses rosemary mint oil weekly. Others suggest finasteride for long-term results, question minoxidil's effectiveness without finasteride, and mention alternatives like microneedling.
Topical melatonin may have positive effects on hairloss by keeping hair in the growing phase. Users are discussing product recommendations and DIY methods for incorporating melatonin into their hair care routine.
The user showed a significant improvement in hairdensity after four months using finasteride and minoxidil. They also used a micro needle pen, hair care like coconut oil, and improved their diet.
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.
User Tricky9555 tried various hairloss treatments for 8 months with no visible results. Others suggested considering a hair transplant, checking thyroid levels, and being patient for up to 24 months for potential results.
A user's progress with treating their hairloss using Minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling after two months of treatment; the conversation includes other users' observations of improvement and encouragement.
A user's hairloss journey and their results from 9 months of the treatments finasteride and minoxidil, as well as biotin supplementation. People discussed side effects, taking progress pictures, and providing support to other users on their own journeys.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hairdensity and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Dutasteride mesotherapy showed increased hairdensity and diameter without reducing serum DHT levels in a small study. However, the sample size was too small to make definitive claims about its efficacy.
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.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
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.
Finasteride and dutasteride are essential for stopping hairloss, while natural remedies are ineffective. Minoxidil can be added if needed, but blocking DHT is crucial.