A user is concerned that finasteride isn't working after 4 months and is considering switching to dutasteride dueto severe hairloss. Others suggest continuing finasteride, adding minoxidil, and being patient.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hairloss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
Matt-3422 shared his hairloss treatment journey, starting with great results from Minoxidil and oral Finasteride, then switching to RU58841 and topical Finasteride dueto worsening hairloss. He's experiencing scalp irritation and is unsure if he should continue with his current regimen, while others suggest scalp care and alternative treatments.
Rating treatments for hairloss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.
Users discuss potential game-changing hairloss treatments in the next 10 years. Some mention KX-826, SCUBE3, and stem cells as promising options, while others express doubt dueto past disappointments and lack of focused research.
A user is experiencing hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tea tree oil, and nizoral. They are considering switching to dutasteride dueto an upcoming move to Japan.
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This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hairloss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming dueto family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.
The user has been treating hairloss for over 11 years with various methods including Minoxidil, Keto shampoos, vitamins, and microneedling, but has avoided Finasteride dueto fertility concerns. They have recently added Zix and The Ordinary Serum to their routine and are questioning their high DHT levels despite their efforts.
Some people avoid finasteride dueto side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hairloss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.
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 dueto continued hair thinning.
User experienced hairloss since 16, used Fin, Minox, and Nizoral with success but stopped dueto side effects. Now using Pur D'or shampoo, Rogaine foam, scalp massages, volumizing spray, and dermarolling for hair maintenance.
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute tohairloss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
The user switched from topical minoxidil/dutasteride to oral dutasteride, resulting in hairloss. They resumed topical treatment without regrowth and are considering switching to finasteride dueto poor results with oral dutasteride.
A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hairloss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hairloss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
A 24 year old female experiencing rapid, unexplained hairloss over the course of two weeks and looking for advice. Treatments suggested include Rogaine, finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and seeing a dermatologist.
Kevin, a YouTuber known for his channel "haircafe," helped many with hairloss through treatments like finasteride. He recently took down his channel and checked into a psych ward dueto mental health issues and backlash over old posts.
A user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss but is considering switching to oral minoxidil dueto the inconvenience of topical application. Another user cautions that switching forms may cause shedding and that oral minoxidil may have different side effects and results.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.
The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hairloss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN dueto its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and dermarolling for hair regrowth but is hesitant to start finasteride dueto potential side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride for better results in addressing DHT-related hairloss.
A user started using RU58841 for hairloss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment dueto similar side effects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.
A user with low iron levels is experiencing hairloss and is taking oral minoxidil and finasteride. Another user confirms that low ferritin can contribute tohairloss and recommends iron supplements.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss since 2021, with some initial regrowth but now considering switching to dutasteride dueto concerns about further hairloss. They also use microneedling and are exploring tretinoin, while others suggest adding oral minoxidil or a hair transplant for better results.
A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hairloss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride dueto potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.
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 dueto side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
The user experienced improved hair density and thickness after using finasteride and dermarolling for 2.5 years but noticed hairloss when doing anaerobic exercise. They increased their finasteride dose and continued dermarolling but are considering not starting minoxidil dueto its perceived hassle and uncertain long-term benefits.
The conversation is about the lack of improvement in hairloss after using Pyrilutamide for 14 weeks, with the original poster unable to use Finasteride dueto depression. Replies suggest that Pyrilutamide, like RU58841, may not work for everyone, and a more potent drug is being developed by Kintor.