The conversation is about using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and stinging nettle extract for hairloss. Saw palmetto is noted to potentially halt mild hairloss.
A woman experiencing hairloss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.
A user is experiencing severe dandruff and hairloss, considering using ketoconazole shampoo 2% to manage these issues. They seek advice on application frequency and effectiveness, with suggestions to use it 2-3 times a week and to consider other treatments like finasteride for hairloss.
A user shared their 2-year hairlosstreatment journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil daily, Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week, recently added dutasteride twice a week, and microneedling once a week. They've seen improvement in their hair and advise consistency with medication, with some users responding positively to the progress.
The conversation reflects on how hairloss was portrayed in older movies as a natural part of aging, contrasting with today's media where balding is less visible due to treatments like finasteride and hair transplants. Participants also discuss the difference in societal attitudes towards hairloss and appearance in past generations compared to the present.
The conversation discusses identifying permanent hairloss and includes treatments like microneedling and biotin vitamins. The user is unsure whether the reduction in wispy hairs is due to hair revitalization or loss.
Distinct-Text2787's progress with treating their hairloss over 10 months, using finasteride, Nizoral shampoo twice a week and Minoxidil twice a day. The replies congratulated them on their results and offered advice to stay consistent with the treatments.
The conversation is about the long-term use of RU58841 for hairloss, with users sharing their experiences and seeking information on its effectiveness and whether it needs to be used continuously like minoxidil or finasteride.
The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hairlosstreatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hairloss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hairloss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hairloss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hairloss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hairloss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hairloss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user started using 5% Minoxidil for hairloss and is happy with the progress. They also mentioned being trans and coming off testosterone, which they believe will help prevent further hairloss. Some users suggested using finasteride as well.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
A user who decided to shave their head after trying PRP for hairloss with minimal results, and the replies which commended them on how good they looked without it.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hairlosstreatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
A 22-year-old man shared his 8.5-month experience with oral finasteride and 4-month experience with topical minoxidil for hairloss, reporting significant improvement in hair density and hairline without side effects. Other users expressed envy and curiosity about his results, with some sharing their own varied experiences with hairlosstreatments.
This conversation is about a user who has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil to treat their hairloss, with the result being an intense shedding period. Other users have offered advice and encouragement for them to keep going with the treatment, suggesting they may see significant regrowth in 6 months time.
The conversation discusses whether 2.5mg of dutasteride or 200mg of testosterone weekly is more influential in preventing hairloss, with various personal experiences indicating that the effectiveness is dependent on the individual's genetic profile. Some users report that dutasteride is likely to be more effective at the given doses.
User started 0.5 mg dutasteride in September 2022 and oral minoxidil in February 2023. Hairloss increased initially, but improved after increasing minoxidil dosage.
A 21-year-old was diagnosed with early-stage androgenetic alopecia and prescribed only minoxidil 5% and ketoconazole shampoo by a dermatologist, who advised against finasteride for now. The user is skeptical about starting minoxidil due to concerns about increased hairloss.
A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hairloss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hairloss.
A user shared a success story showing hair regrowth over 10 years, attributing it to quitting creatine and taking 0.5mg finasteride. Some commenters were skeptical about creatine's impact, while others inquired about side effects, and the original poster reported no negative effects from finasteride.
A 25-year-old who has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 4 years to treat hairloss, underwent a successful FUE hair transplant in Mumbai, India, in April 2023. The user reported positive results, including increased hair density and reduced frizziness, and plans to continue treatment for further growth.
The post is about using different solutions for RU58841, a treatment for hairloss. The user is asking for opinions on the effectiveness of different vehicles and dosages.
_the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hairlosstreatments.
The conversation discusses the challenges of maintaining a balding head, with some preferring to shave regularly and others choosing to embrace their hairloss. Specific treatments or concerns about hair transplants and societal perceptions of balding are also mentioned.
Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hairloss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hairloss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.