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 discusses hairloss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hairloss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hairloss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.
Sunburns on the scalp can cause permanent hairloss, especially for those using Tretinoin or Tacrolimus. Wearing UPF 50+ hats is recommended to protect against UV radiation.
Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.
The conversation discusses affordable hairloss treatments, including oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and topical finasteride/minoxidil mixtures. Users share methods to obtain these drugs cheaply and legally.
A user is concerned about hairloss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.
A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.
The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hairloss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
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.
The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hairloss.
A 28-year-old is considering using topical 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil spray to prevent further hairline recession. They are unsure if this treatment is too drastic for their current level of hairloss and seek advice on application methods.
The user shared their 11-year journey battling hairloss, highlighting the importance of consistent treatment and avoiding common mistakes. Treatments included minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, ketoconazole, multivitamins, and a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses future hairloss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.
The conversation discusses updates on hairloss treatments, specifically GT20029, PP405, and a rumored injectable peptide from UT. GT20029 is seen as a promising treatment expected within 5-7 years.
The user is experiencing hairloss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect Vitamin D deficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
The post discusses making topical Zyrtec for hairloss and compares it to Minoxidil. The conversation includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses various hairloss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hairloss like finasteride or dutasteride.
A user noticed increased hairloss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.
High cholesterol may accelerate hairloss by reducing blood flow and increasing DHT levels. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 27-year-old shares his 7-year journey using finasteride and 4 years with minoxidil to combat hairloss, experiencing cycles of shedding and regrowth. Despite emotional challenges, he finds the treatments worthwhile, though he still faces insecurities and uncertainties about shedding phases.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hairloss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses the difference in attitudes toward hairloss treatments, with a focus on lifestyle changes and hair transplant surgery in Hong Kong, as opposed to treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling discussed on 'tresless'. The user is now using finasteride and minoxidil and considering microneedling.
The conversation suggests Justin Bieber has had a hair transplant, with many users agreeing on the change in his hairline and discussing the commonality of hairloss and transplants among men, including celebrities. Some speculate he might also be using hairloss medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments with varying dosages of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling based on the level of hairloss aggressiveness. Specific regimens include 1.25MG finasteride 3-5 times per week, 2.5MG oral minoxidil daily, 0.5-1.5MM microneedling weekly, and 0.5MG dutasteride 1-2 times per week for more aggressive cases.
A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hairloss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hairloss, though the effect lasts less than a month.
Using 2% ketoconazole shampoo reduced hair shedding significantly, while 1% did not. The user wonders if hairloss was due to seborrheic dermatitis and if stopping workouts also affected this.
A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hairloss is now experiencing unusual hairloss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.