A user encouraged others experiencing hairloss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.
The conversation is about using melatonin for hairloss, with users discussing different products and methods for topical application. They mention concerns about ingredients and cost, and one user suggests a magnesium scalp serum with melatonin.
Users discussed their experiences with microneedling for hairloss, noting that visible progress typically starts after 1-4 months. Some combined microneedling with Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses complementary treatments for hairloss while using finasteride and minoxidil, including scalp massagers, scrubs, coconut oil, and vitamin supplements. The user seeks opinions on these additional treatments.
A user shared their 6-month hairloss progress using minoxidil 5% twice daily and finasteride, noting significant improvement. They experienced an itchy scalp initially but resolved it by washing their hair daily and using oils and conditioner as needed.
A user is experiencing continued hairloss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).
The user shared a 15-month hairloss treatment update using Dutasteride (0.5mg/day), Minoxidil (5% foam twice daily), Nizoral (1% every 3 days), and a 1.5mm derma roller (twice a month), along with a multivitamin, exercise, low sugar diet, hydration, and consistent sleep. They started seeing results after 6-9 months, with significant improvement at the 1-year mark, and apply Minoxidil the day after derma rolling.
A user is experiencing worsening hairloss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.
DutchFella1993 has been using a lotion with finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth with some success and is considering using ketoconazole shampoo daily to reduce scalp itchiness. There's concern about the harshness of daily shampooing and twice-daily lotion application, and one reply suggests that daily use of ketoconazole may damage hair and questions its effectiveness, while also noting that once-daily minoxidil application is sufficient.
The user has been experiencing hairloss for over 5 years and is currently using a topical treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with derma rolling and a hair growth oil. They have previously tried oral finasteride, pyrithione zinc, RU58841, and dutasteride, but are seeking advice on whether to retry dutasteride or find a more reliable source for RU58841 due to ongoing hair density loss.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.
The user shared their 5-year hairloss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.
A user is 8 months into treating hairloss with finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and pyrilutamide, but feels their condition is worsening. They are considering increasing their finasteride dosage due to aggressive hairloss and are experiencing scalp itchiness.
The user has been experiencing hairloss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hairloss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.
Imidazole drugs like ketoconazole inhibit certain enzymes and prevent DHT from binding to SHBG, increasing free DHT in the bloodstream, which may contribute to balding. The discussion questions how these drugs help with hairloss despite this effect.
The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hairloss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.
User experienced scalp itching and hairloss, but found relief with oral minoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.
A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.
A thirty year old's progress with hairloss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil and dermarolling in addition to taking multivitamins with biotin. The user has seen improvement after three months of using this regimen.
A user's 4-month hairloss progress, which included treatments such as topical finasteride/minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral; with others commenting on the great results achieved so far.
The user's progress with their hairloss treatment of topical minoxidil and finasteride solution, as well as scalp massage; other users commenting on the results being impressive for someone of Asian background.
A 22-year-old male has been treating hairloss for over three years with various methods including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments, but continues to experience hair thinning. Despite trying multiple treatments and consulting with dermatologists and hair surgeons, the individual is frustrated with the ongoing hairloss and lack of progress.
Automatic-Law-3612's progress with hairloss treatments, including topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide. They have been using these products for two weeks and noticed baby hairs in their temples getting longer.
The conversation is about a user's hairloss treatment routine, which includes RU58841 for 9 months and Dutasteride for 6 months, with other unspecified treatments considered extra. One user inquired about the source of RU58841.
A user's progress with treating hairloss by using finasteride (1mg MWF) and minoxidil (5% once daily), occasionally using ketoconazole gel, and dermarolling 1.5mm every two weeks; other users' responses are positive and ask for more information about the treatment regimen.
This conversation was a satire post about hairloss treatments, and included a range of different treatments from biotin to handstands. Finasteride and Minoxidil were specifically mentioned as potential treatments that have scientific evidence to support their effectiveness.
A 22-year-old male is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and Microneedling to treat hairloss and is wondering if he can regrow hair at his temples. Commenters suggest that he should continue the treatment as it takes time, with full results expected in 2-2.5 years.