OP shared a 7-year hair density progress update using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling. Creatine use was discussed, with mixed opinions on its impact on hairloss.
The user is considering using 0.5 mg dutasteride once every 5 or 7 days due to side effects from finasteride and is also looking into topical liposomal dutasteride and pyrilutamide to stop hairloss. The goal is to stop hairloss, not regrow hair.
The conversation is about applying 2% Ketoconazole to the scalp for hairloss treatment. It suggests using conditioner afterward due to its drying effect.
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hairloss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil foam twice daily for a year, along with weekly microneedling for the past few months. They are providing an update on their hairloss treatment progress.
A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hairloss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.
The user has been on finasteride for 17 months to treat hairloss, with some improvement in the crown but still experiencing significant shedding. They are considering if finasteride alone is sufficient and are hesitant to use minoxidil due to a pre-existing condition, while another person suggests trying dutasteride.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.
The conversation is about someone's hair improvement after 5.5 years on finasteride, with various users commenting on the results and discussing their own experiences with hairloss treatments. Some users can't see a difference, while others inquire about the dosage used.
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hairloss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
A user underwent a successful hair transplant with Dr. Linkov, receiving 2612 grafts, after stabilizing hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil. Fourteen months post-procedure, the user is extremely satisfied with the results, feeling more confident and looking younger.
The conversation is about using Verteporfin with microneedling as a potential hairloss treatment that may regenerate hair follicles with minimal scarring. There are concerns about the optimal dosage and the DHT sensitivity of the new follicles.
A 40-year-old woman with naturally thin and fine hair is seeking advice on over-the-counter treatments for hairloss and is open to prescription options for her upcoming doctor's appointment. She has tried biotin, Nioxin, various haircuts, and colors, and has had blood tests for deficiencies.
A user shared a 2-month progress picture showing improvement in hairloss using minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oils. They also discussed the psychological aspect of believing in the treatment's effectiveness and mentioned not using finasteride.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3200 grafts and plans to update others on their progress. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride to stabilize hairloss but opted for a transplant for better results.
The user started losing hair at 20 and began using minoxidil. After seeing further hairloss, they switched to finasteride, causing more hair shedding. They are now using minoxidil, finasteride (topical and oral), microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for recovery.
A man successfully regrew his hair using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Microneedling over two years. Despite initial increased hairloss and slow progress, he emphasized the importance of patience and perseverance, noting that hair grew back thicker after shedding.
The conclusion of the conversation is that using minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole may not be enough to address hairloss caused by DHT. Some users recommend starting finasteride to prevent further hairloss, while others express concerns about potential side effects.
The conversation is about using tretinoin cream on the scalp for hairloss, including questions about the duration of use, daily amount applied, any issues faced, and its effect on hair fall and oily scalp. Specific treatments discussed are not mentioned in the provided text.
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user, NickkSpirit, had a successful hair transplant with 1500 grafts. They recommend leading a healthy lifestyle and mention using finasteride and minoxidil as treatments for hairloss.
A teenager started balding at 13 and has been using minoxidil for 2 years, but the hairloss is returning. They are seeking advice on additional treatments. Another user suggests finasteride or shaving the head, and emphasizes the importance of not letting hairloss affect self-esteem and relationships.
User experienced hair thinning after losing 100 lbs and started Dutasteride treatment. They faced side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and insomnia but no erectile dysfunction.
A 27 year old user's progress in treating their hairloss with 1mg of finasteride daily, 2x topical minoxidil daily, micro needling and occasional rosemary oil scalp massage; other users have encouraged the poster based on their results and offered advice for further treatments.
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.
This conversation discusses the results of a model who claims he went from almost a Norwood 3 to a perfect hairline in 8 months using only Minoxidil and Rosemary oil. The replies suggest that this could be realistic but long-term results would require additional treatments like finasteride or other medications to prevent further hairloss.
A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hairloss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
A user who underwent a hair transplant in their twenties and are now discussing the best treatments for long-term management of hairloss, such as finasteride and Minoxidil, as well as potential alternative treatment options like RU58841.
A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hairloss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.
A user has been taking finasteride, using a derma-roller, LLLT, and argan oil, but experienced significant hairloss at the one-year mark. They are concerned if this is a normal shedding phase or something to worry about.
This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hairloss treatments.