Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hairloss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.
Users discuss their positive experiences with finasteride for hairloss, mentioning halted hairloss, hair regrowth, and improved self-esteem. Some express satisfaction in taking action against baldness, while others note increased libido and energy.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hairloss. Some users report hairloss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hairloss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.
The user has been using 5ar inhibitors for 3 years to combat hairloss, starting with Finasteride and then switching to Dutasteride. They also use topical Minoxidil and microneedling as part of their routine, and have seen improvements in their hairline.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user regrets not starting finasteride earlier to treat their hairloss. They are currently using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841. Other users in the conversation express frustration with fearmongering about finasteride and emphasize the benefits of starting treatment early.
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hairloss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
This conversation is about a user struggling with hairloss who has been told by their barber that minoxidil does not work and the only solution is to accept it. Other users have encouraged them to continue using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as look for another barber, since these treatments are scientifically proven to be effective in combating hairloss.
An 18-year-old decided to start taking finasteride for hairloss, justifying it by stating that finasteride is the most effective treatment available and that the risk of side effects is low, with clinical trials showing it stops hairlossin 80% of men. The user encourages others not to be deterred by negative forum posts and to consider their own experience and clinical data.
The user is using a regimen including topical finasteride, ketoconazole, melatonin, keto shampoo, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and tretinoin for hairloss, and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Some users suggest switching to oral finasteride and checking for health issues like nutrient absorption, while others note maintenance or slight improvement inhair thickness.
Oral biotin combined with topical minoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.
A user is confused about a dermatologist's positive assessment of their scalp despite concerns about their hairline. They discuss using oral minoxidil, concerns about side effects from finasteride, and difficulty finding topical finasteride.
A new Latanoprost-based formula used by Hollywood celebrities to treat hairloss, with the formula containing minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, azelaic acid, zinc thymulin, vitamin B6, sandalore and methyl vanillate. It also mentions the potential of offering a combined sublingual minoxidil/oral dutasteride option in the future.
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This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hairloss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming due to family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.
The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase inhairloss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.
Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user claims NoFap (abstaining from pornography, masturbation, and orgasm) helped stop their hairloss. Others argue that hairloss is primarily due to genetics and DHT, which can be managed with finasteride.
The conversation discusses the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride for hairlossin transgender women, particularly in relation to testosterone suppression. The original poster has been using dutasteride and is considering stopping it due to undetectable testosterone levels.
The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hairloss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hairintact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.
The conversation discusses a claim that avoiding coffee can lead to significant hair regrowth inindividuals with androgenetic alopecia. Participants are skeptical, with some sharing personal anecdotes that contradict the claim, and others discussing the potential role of caffeine inhairloss and the effectiveness of other treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation is about a user's positive progress with hair regrowth using oral dutasteride and topical Minoxidil 5% over seven months. The user reports no side effects and started experiencing significant hairlossin their early 20s.
The user switched from topical minoxidil/dutasteride to oral dutasteride, resulting inhairloss. They resumed topical treatment without regrowth and are considering switching to finasteride due to poor results with oral dutasteride.
The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hairloss.
The user has been using 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride for 8 months with great results but noticed increased hairlossin winter. They also found vitamin deficiencies and improved their diet and exercise but are still experiencing hairloss.
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.
User "kingkaurr" shaved head due to female pattern hairloss and feels happy and confident. Others compliment her look and discuss how head shaving is perceived differently for men and women.
A 37-year-old man shared his 1.5-year progress using finasteride and supplements for hairloss, planning a hair transplant for further restoration. Commenters noticed significant improvement inhair quality and density from his treatment.
A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hairlossin the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hairloss will likely continue.
A female user's diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, and the advice shared in response which suggests taking spironolactone and minoxidil together to prevent hairloss.