The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hairloss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hairloss treatment.
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.
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hairloss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841. Users suggest hair fibers for temporary coverage and consider hair transplants for permanent solutions.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
The conversation discusses a hairloss treatment formulation containing cyclosporin, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, and mentions ongoing research on hair color reversal. The treatment showed high efficacy in restoring hair color in trials with 40 to 50 people.
Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hairloss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.
The conversation questions the accuracy of the "losing 100 hairs a day is normal" claim, with users sharing personal experiences of hairloss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil.
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hairloss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hairloss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hairloss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are discussed, with users sharing mixed experiences about effectiveness and side effects. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about side effects, highlighting the importance of personal choice.
Hairloss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and the tap method; Finasteride was also discussed but not recommended due to its side effects. Price and other information were requested.
The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hairloss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hairloss community regarding new treatments.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, specifically discussing the effectiveness of shampoos with Minoxidil and DHT-blocking properties. Users suggest using Minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair regrowth, while recommending ketoconazole shampoo for scalp health.
Considering treatments for hairloss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.
User used finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, experienced side effects initially, but saw improvement after stopping minoxidil and ignoring side effects. New hairstyle also improved hair appearance.
The user discusses their hairloss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hairloss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.
People regret not starting hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride earlier, as they've lost significant hair by waiting. Some experienced side effects like itchy nipples or increased libido, but overall, they wish they had acted sooner to prevent hairloss.
The conversation discusses a hairloss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.
Different treatments for hairloss, such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Saw Palmetto and PRP; the risks of using certain treatments; taking a break from this subreddit to cope with anxiety about hairloss; and potential benefits of maintaining confidence despite hairloss.
A user's 4-month hairloss progress, which included treatments such as topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral; with others commenting on the great results achieved so far.
A user preparing to start finasteride for hairloss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hairloss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.
A user shared their 4-year hairloss journey, highlighting that switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling, significantly improved their hair growth. Another user mentioned using dutasteride, and the original poster emphasized the importance of dermarolling.
The conversation discusses various celebrities who reportedly use hairloss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Users share their experiences and opinions on starting treatment, with some encouraging the original poster to consult a dermatologist and consider treatment before it's too late.
The conversation introduces a specialized chatbot for ChatGPT Plus users that provides advice on hairloss treatments, drawing from research and community insights. It mentions treatments like RU58841, the "big 4" (likely minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and tretinoin), dutasteride mesotherapy, topical melatonin, microneedling, and rapamycin.
The user tried dutasteride for hairloss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.
The user is expressing an obsession with hairloss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.
This user has been struggling with hairloss for the past two years and attempted to treat it using finasteride and minoxidil. Despite their efforts, they have not seen any improvement in their condition, so they have decided to shave or buzz their head instead. Others gave advice on other treatments that could be tried if desired.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.
A user's progress with hairloss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.