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.
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hairloss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.
Many celebrities and athletes likely use hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Despite their effectiveness, only a small percentage of the general population uses these treatments.
The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hairloss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hairloss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hairloss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
User shared progress in treating hairloss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generatehair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.
How little the average person knows about hairloss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.
Most people using finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride for hairloss experience maintenance or regrowth, but they often don't discuss it publicly. Online forums may not accurately represent the typical success rates, as satisfied users rarely share their positive outcomes.
A 24-year-old male shared his 8-month progress in fighting hairloss using 1mg finasteride daily, 5mg minoxidil daily, 5mg biotin daily, and topical minoxidil nightly. He experienced no side effects and noted improved confidence and reduced shedding.
The conversation is about the effectiveness and safety of using 2.5mg of Dutasteride for hairloss. Users discuss the high scalp DHT suppression rates but caution against high doses due to potential side effects and recommend consulting a doctor.
If you stop taking finasteride after 10 years, hairloss will resume at the rate it would have without treatment. Minoxidil cessation can cause immediate and significant shedding.
Dutasteride potentially being more effective than Finasteride in treating hairloss due to its ability to suppress DHT levels more significantly. Dutasteride also has fewer sexual side effects compared to Finasteride.
Dutasteride at 2.5mg is considered a potential hairloss cure due to its DHT-blocking ability, but there are concerns about side effects and individual responses. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also discussed, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness and safety.
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 user reports improved hair at 31 compared to 21 using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with significant gains from oral minoxidil. Other users discuss their experiences, with mixed results on regrowth and side effects like heart racing and excess body hair.
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hairloss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.
A 21-year-old is using oral Minoxidil (3mg daily) and Finasteride (1mg three times a week) for hairloss, along with Nizoral and hair vitamins, showing progress after 4 months. Initial side effects from Minoxidil included increased heart rate and heavy breathing, which subsided, while Finasteride has not caused any side effects.
The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hairloss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hairloss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hairloss.
The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hairloss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.
A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hairloss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.
The conversation discusses CRISPR-on & CRISPR-off as a potential cure for baldness, contrasting it with hair cloning and other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It also mentions the potential of mRNA for gene expression control and the prioritization of gene editing for severe genetic conditions.
User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hairloss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 to promote hair growth in areas such as the crown and temples. The user has shared their progress since August 2022 after using Manual's all-in-one capsule treatment plan.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.
Hairloss discussion mentions Native Americans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facial hair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Hairloss discussion mentions using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users compare subscription services for hair treatments to other daily necessities and discuss cheaper alternatives.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.