Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hairloss.
Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.
A 24-year-old user tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride for hairloss but saw no improvement and was advised by their dermatologist to accept baldness. Other users suggested alternative treatments like RU58841, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and checking for underlying conditions or lifestyle factors.
A user shared their 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for hairloss. Another user commented on the significant improvement, hoping for similar results.
A user shared progress pictures after using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, and RU58841 for hairloss, showing significant improvement. The conversation includes positive feedback, concerns about RU58841's safety, and questions about side effects.
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hairloss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
The post discusses one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hairloss. The user shares progress pictures showing positive results.
The user emphasizes hydration, androgen receptors, and a 7-day ejaculation recovery period for appearance enhancement. They suggest Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hairloss, along with a diet rich in animal fats, specific exercises, and fasting.
The phase 3 trial results for Pyrilutamide showed no significant difference from the control treatment in increasing hair count, leading to the company halting its development. Users discussed their disappointment and skepticism about hairloss treatments, with some mentioning other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user, Albertgejmr, is happy with their progress in treating hairloss using 15mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride. Some users express concern about the high dosage and potential side effects.
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hairloss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hairloss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.
After a year on dutasteride and oral minoxidil, the user experienced significant hair regrowth, improving from Norwood 2 to almost Norwood 1. They added RU58841, microneedling, rosemary oil, GHK-Cu, and annurca apple supplement to their regimen and are now noticing hairloss in the temple area.
Comparing the effectiveness and side effects of topical finasteride versus oral finasteride, with people sharing their experiences using both treatments to manage hairloss.
A user's 8-month progress using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2 weeks of RU58841 to treat hairloss. The user is looking for feedback from others on their progress and experiences.
User Clay1211 shared 1-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermaroller for hairloss. Commenters expressed surprise and praised the impressive results.
A 19-year-old is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping to address hairloss and enhance facial hair growth, experiencing minimal side effects and increased body hair. They report positive results in hairline thickness and temple closure.
Finasteride increased the user's estrogen levels by 51%, causing concerns about gynecomastia and sleep issues. Despite potential side effects, the user prefers continuing finasteride to prevent hairloss, considering it essential for self-esteem.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss.
The user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hairloss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.
The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hairloss treatment.
A 26-year-old man embraced baldness, gaining confidence and personal growth, and encourages self-acceptance. Others discussed hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, but he did not use them.
User shared 8-month progress with finasteride 0.5 mg 4 times a week and gluten-free diet for 5 months, improving hairloss. Plans to try microneedling soon.
Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hairloss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.
A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hairloss.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for hairloss for nearly three months and is considering adding tretinoin. They are advised to be patient, as results typically take 6-12 months, and are exploring other options like oral minoxidil and dutasteride.
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
Minoxidil gains are not permanent without continued use, even with DHT suppression. Combining treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and RU58841 may help maintain hair, but stopping Minoxidil typically results in hairloss.
Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hairloss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.