Start finasteride and minoxidil early to prevent significant hairloss and maintain styling options. Finasteride can reduce acne and improve skin appearance.
A user named "paulsac11" shares their success story of treating hairloss. They started with topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. They also used a shampoo and conditioner from Keeps. After eight months of treatment, they have seen significant improvement in their hairline.
The conversation is about the mental toll of hairloss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hairloss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.
A user shared their one-month progress using Minoxidil and RU58841 for hairloss, noting significant shedding after micro-needling and seeking opinions on their regrowth. They stopped micro-needling and added RU58841 to their treatment.
The conversation discusses the emotional impact of early hairloss in men, with many feeling isolated and self-conscious. Some users also mention the lack of awareness about potential treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
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.
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.
The conversation discusses the potential of a new hairloss treatment, GT20029, which may prevent hairloss by destroying androgen receptors on the scalp. Users express hope for the treatment's success and speculate on its usage routine, effectiveness, and possible side effects.
User switched from Fin to Dut for better hairloss results, using 0.5mg Dut and 1ml Min daily. Some discuss potential side effects and benefits of Dut compared to Fin.
User discusses using low dose topical finasteride without minoxidil for hairloss. Another user shares their experience with homemade 0.025% finasteride topical, shedding, and microneedling.
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hairloss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hairloss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hairloss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.
The discussion revolves around the need for future oral DHT blockers for hairloss treatment that don't have the side effects of current options like Finasteride and Dutasteride. One user suggests that the future of hairloss treatment will likely be topical anti-androgens, as they can target hair follicles without affecting the entire system.
The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hairloss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.
A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hairloss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of topical azelaic acid in blocking DHT for hairloss treatment. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hairloss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.
A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hairloss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hairloss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hairloss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
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.
A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hairloss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.
A 21-year-old individual questioning the safety and potential side effects of using Dutasteride for hairloss, after Finasteride and RU58841 had limited effect. The responses vary, with some users suggesting it's safe and others advising to check hormone levels before proceeding.
The potential effectiveness of topical dutasteride, as well as other hairloss treatments such as finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and various vitamins. Experiences from users who have used these treatments were shared.
Procyanidin B2, a compound derived from Annurca apples, as a potential treatment for pattern hairloss. Several clinical studies were mentioned, which found that procyanidin B2 could increase hair growth, density, and keratin content. Other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 were not discussed.
Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer side effects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hairloss treatment.