Why the top of the head is affected by hairloss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.
The user plans to make a hairloss treatment combining minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin, and wants to dilute it for a larger coverage area. They are seeking advice on how to dilute the solution and where to purchase the diluting agent.
The user's experience with hairloss, their doctor explaining that they were likely hyper aware of thin spots due to anxiety and an underlying whorl in one area, and providing encouragement for those feeling discouraged. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and spironolactone.
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.
A user stopped hairloss after taking finasteride daily for four years, with minimal regrowth and no side effects. They believe stress initially caused their hairloss.
The conversation is about how dealing with hairloss has made other insecurities seem less significant. Some users shared experiences of self-acceptance and improvements in other areas, like vision correction, but still facing the challenge of hairloss.
A user started finasteride for hairloss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.
A user noticed increased hairloss and was prescribed Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% lotion by a dermatologist. Another user suggested changing doctors and asking for finasteride instead.
The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hairloss and suggests it may also benefit androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.
A 28-year-old woman with genetic hairloss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatments for pregnancy and is concerned about potential hairloss during that time.
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hairloss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
A user shared an 8-month hairloss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hairloss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hairloss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hairloss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hairloss.
The user "Segggs" shared their progress with hairloss treatments including 6 months of foam minoxidil, 3 months of finasteride, keto shampoo, and inconsistent microneedling. The replies were positive, with some users commenting on the regrowth in the temple area.
Potential treatments for hairloss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hairloss globally.
A user's 3-month update on their hairloss treatment, which consists of topical Minoxidil (6%), topical Finasteride (0.3%) and microneedling 1.5mm weekly; other users shared positive feedback and asked about the specifics of the treatments being used, such as product/brand, frequency, side effects and areas for microneedling.
A user's 20 year journey with hairloss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.
A user's progress with treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.
A user's hairline recovery after severe hairloss, which was treated with Dutasteride and Minoxidil; other users offered their opinions on the severity of the hairloss.
A man's experience with hairloss, which has caused him to lose an important part of his identity, and the treatments he is using to try and combat it. Others have joined in the conversation to share their own experiences and offer support.
Effective treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.
The conversation discusses using Vitamin E, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hairloss treatment. The link provided offers more information on the benefits of Vitamin E for hairloss.
A user shared their 6-month progress with hairloss treatment, showing significant improvement. They used 1mg Propecia daily, Rogaine foam (5% minoxidil) after morning showers, and CG210 spray before bedtime.
PP405 is a new hairloss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hairloss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss despite dermatitis.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
A user regrew all their hair, including temples and bald spots, after one year of finasteride and six months of oral minoxidil. They noted finasteride helped with the crown and bald spot, while minoxidil regrew the hairline and temples.
A 35-year-old man started hairloss treatment on February 9th using 1mg finasteride, biotin/vitamin capsules, and twice-daily topical minoxidil, along with saw palmetto shampoo and weekly derma stamping. He reports seeing small, dark hairs growing in previously bald areas on his crown after two months, with no side effects.