User started 0.5 mg dutasteride in September 2022 and oral minoxidil in February 2023. Hairloss increased initially, but improved after increasing minoxidil dosage.
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hairloss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
The conversation discusses the availability of Breezula, a drug for hairloss, now being sold as an acne treatment, and whether it can be applied to the scalp. Users express skepticism about new hairloss treatments and suggest waiting for FDA approval.
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hairloss.
The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hairloss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hairloss.
Volunteers using finasteride and minoxidil are needed to test if intense calf raises increase hair shedding. The goal is to see if overexertion of leg muscles affects hairloss.
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hairloss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
The conversation discusses the potential for Verteporfin to reduce scarring, making hairline lowering surgeries more viable for men with mild hairloss. The user suggests that if scarring can be minimized, men might opt for hairline lowering instead of using grafts for other areas.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has tried various medications and treatments for hairloss, including minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and nizoral shampoo, but has not seen any progress. They have decided to shave their head. Other users suggest options such as hair transplants, RU58841, hair units, and scalp micropigmentation.
Someone who is 18 and has been balding since 15 starting treatments with finasteride and minoxidil to stop or reverse their hairloss, as well as discussing the dilemma of whether it's rude or helpful to point out another person's hairloss.
Ginkdaripper has accepted going bald and shared their journey of using Minoxidil and Finasteride to help with hairloss, while emphasizing that there are more important things in life. They have also encouraged others to find their own path towards peace with their hairloss.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hairloss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
A woman found that taking grass-fed collagen powder helped with her alopecia, leading to hair regrowth and reduced hairloss. She initially took it for gut issues, not hair, and also noticed improvements in arthritis and reduced bruising.
An individual in Italy used a fake prescription to obtain Dutasteride cheaply, suggesting others do the same to avoid high costs. They discuss the effectiveness and side effects of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride for hairloss, with some users considering switching due to better tolerance.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss.
User shared progress pictures after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estradiol for hairloss. Significant regrowth was noted, especially after starting estradiol.
The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hairloss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various doses of Dutasteride in reducing scalp DHT and its impact on hair count. Users shared personal experiences with hairloss treatments, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil, with one reporting significant hairloss reduction using a combination of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hairloss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
User TH1RT33N_DR34M shares that MinoxidilMax plans to make topical Procyanidin B2 within a month. Users discuss the legitimacy of the product, quality control, and potential results from using it for hairloss.
A user shared their 2-month results using Minoxidil 5%, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and castor oil for hairloss. They stopped using finasteride due to side effects.
The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hairloss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hairloss and treatment response.
The conversation discusses why there are no FDA-approved NSAAs like RU58841 on the market, despite their potential superiority to 5AR inhibitors like finasteride. It explores the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hairloss.
After 2.5 years of using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice daily, and weekly micro-needling, the user reports thicker, healthier hair without further loss. They noticed initial regrowth at 3 months, with significant improvement up to 18 months, and no negative side effects from the treatment.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hairloss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
The user has been using Hims finasteride and minoxidil spray, nizoral shampoo twice a week, and a daily biotin gummy for 90 days to treat hairloss. The user and others discuss the cost, dosage, and effectiveness of the treatment, with some suggesting cutting hair short for better results.
The user, Albertgejmr, is happy with their progress in treating hairloss using 15mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride. Some users express concern about the high dosage and potential side effects.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Amanp2002, has been using a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil for 5 months to treat hairloss.
User shares progress after 2 months using finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hairloss. Comments discuss early treatment, results, and differing opinions on starting treatments.
A user named KarensAnon who has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and derma rolling for hairloss treatments over the past 6 months with successful results in restoring their confidence. Other users have offered support and advice regarding similar treatment plans.