User hides baldness with side hair growth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.
Ketoconazole is somewhat effective for male patternbaldness (MPB), but the manufacturer promotes it for dandruff instead, possibly because the dandruff market is larger and to avoid confusion among dandruff sufferers without hair loss.
Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male patternbaldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.
A 24-year-old with male patternbaldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
Effective treatments for male patternbaldness include finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. Non-effective approaches include oils, shampoos, serums, laser therapies, massages, vitamins, and microneedling.
The user is seeking advice on treating male patternbaldness (MPB) while dealing with seborrheic dermatitis, specifically asking about the use of finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They are concerned about side effects and are looking for recommendations to improve overall hair thickness, especially on the crown.
A user is trying Ayurvedic remedies for male patternbaldness, including onion juice, curry leaves, aloe vera, and a prepared oil mix. They plan to switch to minoxidil, finasteride, and PRP treatment if no improvement is seen in four months.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male patternbaldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
A 16-year-old is experiencing early male patternbaldness and is considering using Minoxidil now and Finasteride after turning 18. Another user shared a positive experience with topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting improvement in hair thickness and no side effects.
Treatments used to prevent and treat male patternbaldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
A 24 year old man suffering from male patternbaldness who has been using minoxidil foam and Redensyl (no longer using) for four months, resulting in general thickening of the hair with some regrowth. The user is also awaiting to get a Finasteride prescription and hormone panel done.
Castor oil's effectiveness for male patternbaldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hair shedding with coconut oil.
A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male patternbaldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.
Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, as well as vitamins, supplements, and scalp biopsy. A joke was made about Feline PatternBaldness in cats.
Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male patternbaldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.
Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male patternbaldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.
A user is trying to reverse male patternbaldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.
A user reported that applying castor oil to their eyebrows for two weeks resulted in thicker hair and is considering using it on their scalp to thicken existing hair, not to stop balding. They do not expect it to cure male patternbaldness.
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male patternbaldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.
A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male patternbaldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.
Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male patternbaldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.
The conversation discusses that genetic analysis of the Iceman Ötzi shows he had male-patternbaldness and dark skin, with a joke about using beards and tattoos to distract from hair loss. No specific hair loss treatments are mentioned.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male patternbaldness.
The user experienced severe hair loss, itchy scalp, and skin issues after trying no-shampoo, and wonders if it's male patternbaldness or an immune issue. They have a history of eczema, dermatitis, and jock itch, and have tried various treatments like coconut oil, peppermint, pumpkin seed, and onion.
The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-patternbaldness.
The conversation discusses GT20029 as a potential hair loss treatment that could act like a cure by targeting androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles. Specific treatments mentioned include GT20029, with a user expressing hope that it could make male patternbaldness obsolete.
A user is experiencing severe hair loss, diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis, and is using Ketoconazole and beclomethasone. They are concerned about potential female patternbaldness and are seeking reassurance and advice.
Using a combination of micro-needling and exosome injections as a potential treatment for male patternbaldness, which could result in 50% or more regrowth.