User "likitiiki" shared 8-month progress using only Finasteride for hairloss. Many users praised the results, while others discussed their own experiences and dosages.
A user who has tried multiple treatments for hairloss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
Finasteride, a medication for hairloss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hairloss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
A user's 6-month journey to treat their hairloss using 1mg finasteride twice daily, topical minoxidil, vitamin D3, keto diet, and microneedling. They experienced shedding at the end of month 3 but have seen progress in recent months despite this.
A 22 year old man who is experiencing hairloss, thinning and dry scalp, has tried treatments such as finasteride and minoxidil, and other users sharing their experiences with similar issues.
Gamebread2000's progress with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hairloss, which resulted in improved confidence and appearance. Other participants shared their positive reactions at the results.
User shares 1-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, with positive results. Some users discuss trying topical dutasteride and varying dosages, while others share their experiences and ask about specific products.
A user's success story of improving their hairloss with treatments that include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and dermastamping; other products that have been tried with varying results; and potential side effects.
RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hairloss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hairloss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
A user shared their 2-year results using only 0.5mg finasteride for hairloss, noting improvement after 8-10 months and no major shedding or side effects. They are 34 years old and have avoided using Minoxidil.
A man shared his 6-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mg of finasteride daily and recently increased the dose to 1mg. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment and shared their own experiences with hairloss treatments.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, showing significant improvement. They also mentioned using the medication inconsistently and considering changes to their shampoo routine.
A 22-year-old is frustrated with friends and family's dismissive attitudes towards hairloss and finds support and hope in an online community. They have not yet treated their hairloss but are considering medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, PirateBeastBaby, had good results with microneedling for hairloss after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil 20 years ago. They believe that microneedling was the gamechanger for their hair growth.
A 20 year old male's four month progress in treating his hairloss using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, as well as taking daily supplements such as Vitamin D, Zinc and Fish Oil. Replies were made expressing admiration for the results achieved.
The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hairloss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.
A 26 year old female with PCOS who has been dealing with hairloss for several years, despite managing her hormones and taking vitamins. She has tried various treatments such as Nizoral, Minoxidil, Pyrithione zinc, coal tar and salicylic acid to no avail. The user is looking for advice on what else they can do to stop their hairloss.
A 21-year-old shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using finasteride (1mg daily) for 4 months and minoxidil (topical, 1ml daily) for 6 months, with no significant side effects. The user experienced initial shedding but now reports no hairloss when running fingers through hair.
A user shared their successful 50-day progress using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss. They plan to switch to dutasteride after six months for potentially better results.
Ketoconazole 2% shampoo stopped a user's severe hair shedding after just two uses, a result not achieved by finasteride or oral minoxidil. Some users suggest the shampoo's anti-androgenic properties may help with hairloss, while others think the shedding might have stopped naturally or due to the end of a shedding phase.
The user is using 5% minoxidil foam twice daily and 1mg finasteride nightly for hairloss, and has seen positive results in 3 months. They plan to continue the treatment indefinitely as it provides reassurance against hairloss.
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hairloss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hairloss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
The post and conversation are about a user's positive progress with hairloss using minoxidil and finasteride. No noticeable side effects were reported.
Doug-Sweeney has had positive results from using 1mg of finasteride and 5% minoxidil applied twice a day to treat his hairloss. Other users have also commented on how Doug-Sweeney looks younger with the improvements in hair quality.