A 23 year old male's 9-month progress with 1mg/day of finasteride, which has been life changing and resulted in a significant improvement in hair thickness.
The user has been experiencing hair loss for over 5 years and is currently using a topical treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with derma rolling and a hairgrowth oil. They have previously tried oral finasteride, pyrithione zinc, RU58841, and dutasteride, but are seeking advice on whether to retry dutasteride or find a more reliable source for RU58841 due to ongoing hair density loss.
Actor Paul Mescal, who has a receding hairline, and how it affects his success in the entertainment industry. People discussed how styling can help disguise hair loss, and that hair loss doesn't necessarily mean one's appearance is immediately ruined. Treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride were mentioned to combat hair loss.
A user started taking Dutasteride and experienced significant shedding initially, but it has since stopped after three months. They noticed some changes but are unsure if they are solely due to Dutasteride.
Cetirizine 1% cream significantly improves hairgrowth and thickness in men with androgenic alopecia. It is considered effective, affordable, and has a low side effect profile.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hairgrowth, especially at the hairline.
A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.
After switching from finasteride to dutasteride, the user noticed new hairgrowth and experienced manageable shedding. They reported feeling great on dutasteride with minimal side effects, using Cialis occasionally for libido issues.
Hair loss treatments, ranging from topical minoxidil and finasteride to taking hormones such as estradiol or nandrolone, as well as a controversial suggestion of an orchiectomy. A hair system is also mentioned as an alternative solution.
The post discusses the user's successful hair regrowth after 15 months of using finasteride and ketoconazole. The user is considering starting oral minoxidil, but others suggest sticking with the current treatment or trying topical minoxidil instead.
A user shared their hair regrowth progress, attributing success to a consistent routine using finasteride, hairgrowth oil, Hims shampoo, a derma roller, and 5000 mcg biotin pills. They emphasized the importance of representation for people with similar hair types and encouraged others to stick with their treatment plans.
The post discusses a user's hair loss treatment journey over a year, using finasteride, dutasteride (dut), and oral minoxidil (min). The user found finasteride ineffective, switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and noticed improvements, but couldn't determine which of the latter two treatments was most effective.
The conclusion of the conversation is that experiencing shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil is a common occurrence, and it is likely a part of the hairgrowth cycle. Many users have reported regrowth and improvement in their hair density after the shedding phase.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
Hair loss treatments discussed include dermarolling, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Some users find dermarolling sad, while others mention the complexity of biological systems and limited research funding for hair loss.
A 40-year-old man shared a 9-month update on his hair loss treatment, which includes 1.25mg finasteride, 8% minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamins, with no significant side effects. He has seen improvement in his hairgrowth and has stopped wearing hats as a result.
A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.
The conversation is about the effectiveness and safety of using 2.5mg of Dutasteride for hair loss. Users discuss the high scalp DHT suppression rates but caution against high doses due to potential side effects and recommend consulting a doctor.
He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hairgrowth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.
The conversation discusses a claim that peppermint oil is more effective than minoxidil for hair loss, with one user mentioning using a mix of peppermint and rosemary oils as a treatment. Some users are skeptical, while others show interest in the potential of peppermint oil.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.
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In this conversation, users discussed the risks of drinking topical minoxidil and suggested alternative treatments such as obtaining a prescription for oral minoxidil or finasteride.
A user shared their 4-month experience using minoxidil twice daily for hair loss, noting significant but slow progress in hairgrowth, especially around the temples and hairline. They also mentioned side effects like facial hairgrowth and dryness, and recommended minoxidil over other treatments like castor and coconut oil.
Finasteride can take over a year to show results, with some users seeing significant improvements after 1.5 to 3.5 years. Patience is key, and combining treatments like minoxidil may help.
ET-02 (RS 5441) shows promising results for hairgrowth, performing better in humans than in mice. There is debate over the effectiveness compared to minoxidil, with some users wanting more detailed data.
The user has been on finasteride for 9 months and is still experiencing daily hair shedding but has seen improvement. Other users suggest the shedding is normal and that the user has had positive results from the treatment.
The conversation discusses ongoing hair loss while using finasteride (Fin) and concerns about potential interactions with Hydrocortisone Butyrate. The consensus is that shedding is normal and it can take 1-1.5 years to see results from finasteride.
User's 2-month hair loss treatment includes Dut 0.5mg, oral min 2.5mg, Dut+PRP mesotherapy, microneedling, and other products. Dermatologist increased min dose to 5mg, expecting better results at 6-month mark.
After over a year of treatment with daily oral dutasteride and minoxidil, plus injected dutasteride every 6 months, the user is happy with the increased thickness of their hair and improved self-esteem, although scalp visibility remains. They encourage others to follow similar treatments for long-term hair maintenance.