Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
User doubts oral minoxidil's effectiveness after a month of use and shedding. Few people provide photo evidence of success, and some combine it with other treatments, making it hard to determine its effectiveness alone.
People are discussing hairloss after COVID, with one person reporting significant thinning and asking about recovery time and treatments. Their current treatment includes daily Minoxidil, daily 0.5mg Dutasteride, twice-weekly Ketoconazole 2%, daily RU58841, and weekly microneedling.
The user is considering using topical dutasteride to prevent hairloss progression from Norwood 1 to Norwood 2 at age 25, and is concerned about the long-term effectiveness and potential shedding from the treatment. They are currently using a shampoo with caffeine, rosemary, and saw palmetto, and have noticed hair thinning and changes since age 20.
Choosing hairloss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.
User discusses hairloss plateau from December to March, using 0.5 Dutasteride. Others suggest waiting longer for results, keeping sides trimmed, and continuing treatment.
User shows hairloss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.
Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to hairloss, but it is not the sole cause, and supplementation may not always resolve the issue. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended for hair regrowth, with vitamin D and other supplements providing additional support.
The conversation discusses a year-long hairloss treatment from February 28, 2022, to February 28, 2023, which included daily oral finasteride (1mg), biotin supplements, and the Curly Girl Method. Progress pictures were shared to show the results.
The conversation is about obtaining pyrilutamide for hairloss treatment from China through a contact, with details on pricing and shipping. The user offers to facilitate the purchase and shipment for a small commission.
The post discusses the high cost of hairloss treatments from companies like Keeps and Roman, and suggests cheaper alternatives like GoodRx. Users share their experiences with different providers, costs, and methods of obtaining finasteride, a common hairloss treatment.
Stress can contribute to hairloss. Herbs like Passion Flower, Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Valerian Root can help reduce stress and potentially improve hair health.
The post discusses the high cost of a topical hairloss treatment from Happy Head, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. The user is seeking cheaper alternatives, specifically asking if there are compounding pharmacies that can recreate the same or similar formulation.
The user has tried various hairloss treatments including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and exosome therapy, but none have been effective. They suspect trichodynia might be preventing these treatments from working.
HMI-115, a potential treatment for hairloss that can reverse miniaturization and make individual hairs thicker, as evidenced by data from macaques given the treatment and one subject in the phase I trial.
Actor Paul Mescal, who has a receding hairline, and how it affects his success in the entertainment industry. People discussed how styling can help disguise hairloss, and that hairloss doesn't necessarily mean one's appearance is immediately ruined. Treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride were mentioned to combat hairloss.
User discusses hairloss and new haircut embracing temple recession. Others compliment the look and share similar experiences, suggesting confidence and trust in hairstylists.
The user is using a combination of hairloss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hairloss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
The conversation is about hairloss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.
A user experiencing aggressive hairloss is considering starting treatment with finasteride and minoxidil. Others suggest various treatments including dutasteride, topical minoxidil with finasteride, and microneedling, with mixed experiences and emphasis on not delaying treatment.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.
Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hairloss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.
A user has been treating hairloss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hairloss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.