User started balding at 16 and began treatment at 18, using RU58841, minoxidil, derma rolling, and peptides. After 6 months, they experienced significant hair regrowth and are happy with the results.
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
Minoxidil should be left on the scalp for at least 4-6 hours for effective absorption, even if it feels dry after 30 minutes. The skin's interaction with the chemical continues regardless of the solution's evaporation.
An 18-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness is using probiotics, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, soy isoflavones, biotin, fish oil, quercetin, a multivitamin, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies suggest these methods are ineffective and recommend finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma roller.
The user experienced side effects from daily finasteride and reduced the dosage to 0.25mg twice a week while continuing minoxidil. They are considering topical anti-androgens but are concerned about application difficulties and potential side effects.
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.
The user saw no results from Minoxidil after a year and suspects it aged their face. They started Finasteride and are considering other treatments like oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and skincare routines.
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
A user asks about the appropriate zinc dosage to offset side effects while taking 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Responses suggest zinc has a minor effect on hormones compared to finasteride.
A woman with hairloss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth by switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, along with using a leave-in conditioner, rosemary shampoo, and a hair powder drink. They noted improved hair health and thickness, attributing success to this regimen and advising others on similar treatments.
A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.
Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.
The user shared progress pictures showing hairloss improvement after using finasteride for about a year and plans to get a hair transplant in May, while also considering adding minoxidil to their treatment. They also mentioned using Nizoral and Neutrogena for dandruff, which may be related to the hairloss treatment.
Bryan Johnson uses a custom hairloss treatment that includes topical finasteride, minoxidil, azelaic acid, diclofenac, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, ginkgo biloba, biotin, and melatonin, which have shown varying degrees of effectiveness with minimal side effects. He also undergoes PRP and laser therapy, and has tried dutasteride mesotherapy.
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
User shows hairloss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.
A 19-year-old male shared progress pictures showing hairloss and regrowth after using minoxidil and dutasteride. He also mentioned experiencing hair growth on his face and is taking accutane for his skin.
A 21-year-old user shared progress pictures showing hairloss treatment results after using finasteride for a year and minoxidil for 6-7 months. Despite some improvement, the user is unhappy with hair density and hairline.
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hairloss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
User shared 12-month hair growth progress using finasteride and dutasteride, with nizoral 3x per week. They experienced a finasteride shed but saw improvement after a year and offered advice for managing hairloss expectations.
A user is struggling with hairloss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.
A user who has seen positive results after 7 years of treating their hairloss with Rogaine, Nizoral Shampoo, and finasteride. Other users have also shared advice about micro-needling in combination with minoxidil.
Biotin supplements are considered ineffective for hairloss and are not supported by evidence. People in the conversation have mixed experiences, with some noting benefits for nails and skin but not hair, while others continue to use biotin as part of their vitamin regimen.
A user decided to buzz their thinning hair after starting Dutasteride, feeling liberated by the change. Other users shared similar experiences, with some using treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil to manage hairloss.
A user was embarrassed by a pharmacist's loud mention of "minoxidil" for hairloss, sparking a discussion on the stigma and unprofessionalism. Users suggested online purchases or different pharmacies for privacy and reassured that most people don't notice others' purchases.