The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hairloss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hairloss treatment.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hairloss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss despite dermatitis.
Bryan Johnson uses topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hairloss. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects, debating topical versus oral dutasteride efficacy.
The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalphair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hairloss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hairloss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.
Hairloss discussion mentions using estrogen mixed with growth stimulants like oral minoxidil for scalphair growth. Idea proposed for an artificial SARM-estrogen that only affects hair without body side effects.
Inflammationon the scalp can hinder hair regrowth and the effectiveness of treatments. The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, Selsun Blue, finasteride, and oral minoxidil.
Treatments for hairloss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.
A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.
A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hairloss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hairloss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hairloss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hairloss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.
A user expressed disappointment that their hairloss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
Whether topical caffeine can be as effective for hair growth as minoxidil and finasteride, with various replies discussing the efficacy of these treatments and criticism of Dr. Huberman's research methods.
Using a microdose of finasteride on the scalp with minoxidil as a carrier may have positive effects with minimal side effects. The user is also considering the effects of sulforaphane or broccoli sprouts onhairloss.
User noticed beard and sideburn hairloss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.
A new hairloss treatment called TDM-105795 is discussed as a potential replacement or add-on to Minoxidil. Users express hope for new effective treatments.
A user's hairline recovery after severe hairloss, which was treated with Dutasteride and Minoxidil; other users offered their opinions on the severity of the hairloss.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hairloss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hairloss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
Whether Finasteride can keep alive the hair gained by Minoxidil after quitting it, and why beard hairs are not as susceptible to miniaturization. It is suggested that scalphair may be dependent on Minoxidil and that DHT could be countered with Finasteride to some extent, but there is no definitive data proving this.
User discusses Alfatradiol (17a-Estradiol) as a potential hairloss treatment with mixed results. Concerns include low dosage, receptor theory, and possible increased aromatase activity onscalp.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hairloss treatments such as minoxidil.
This user experienced an improvement in hair quality and stopped shedding by using Minoxidil 5% spray twice a day for 4 months. Other users encouraged the use of finasteride to maintain the results, as it is the only treatment that addresses the underlying cause of hairloss.
Hairloss treatments, such as Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. Advice is given to give the medications time to work and to consider a Hair Transplant in order to fill any gaps caused by continuing hairloss.
Hairloss therapies focusing onhair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.