Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hairregrowth even after long periods of baldness.
A user shared their hair loss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hair loss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.
Adding tretinoin to minoxidil may help non-responders but likely won't improve results for those already responding to minoxidil. The user plans to try tretinoin with minoxidil and finasteride to see if it enhances hairregrowth.
Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hairregrowth after quitting vaping.
The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique HairRegrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hairregrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
The user has maintained their hairline with finasteride for 5 years and saw no results from minoxidil. They are inquiring if tretinoin alone can cause hairregrowth.
After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hairregrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hair loss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hairregrowth.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hairregrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
User experienced hair loss due to anorexia and stress, leading to a difficult journey with wigs and self-esteem. Hairregrowth occurred with spironolactone, but recent hair loss returned, causing uncertainty and emotional struggles.
GentleIris stopped hormone-induced hair loss with diet changes but couldn't regrow lost hair. A reply suggested microneedling instead of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for hairregrowth.
The conversation discusses an ideal diet for promoting hair health, emphasizing biotin, collagen, vitamins C and E, zinc, selenium, anti-inflammatory foods, and blood circulation. It also mentions using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hairregrowth.
Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to hair loss, but it is not the sole cause, and supplementation may not always resolve the issue. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are recommended for hairregrowth, with vitamin D and other supplements providing additional support.
A user suspects vaping has contributed to their hair loss and plans to quit while using Minoxidil and finasteride. They are unsure if hairregrowth will be due to quitting vaping or the medications.
The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts in 2017, and after four and a half months of using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and Boton shampoo, they are seeing hairregrowth including the return of their widow's peak. They are considering switching to RU58841 and a deeper derma rolling treatment.
The conversation is about someone using minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for hair loss treatment for nearly two years with ongoing improvement. They are questioning the likelihood of continued hairregrowth over a four-year period.
A user shared their 1.5-year hair restoration journey, successfully using mesenchymal stem cell therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, and a topical compound of finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding a hair transplant and oral finasteride. They experienced significant hairregrowth, particularly crediting the stem cell therapy for quick initial results.
The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride after many years to improve hairregrowth, with mixed experiences reported. One user has also used minoxidil and is hesitant to try RU58841 due to concerns about side effects and safety.
A 21-year-old male shared his extensive hair loss treatment protocol, which includes Dutasteride, RU58841, Ketoconazole shampoo, oral Minoxidil, pyrilutamide, MK677, dermastamping, and castor oil, and reported improved hairregrowth and overall well-being. He has experienced no side effects and has also improved his diet and lifestyle.
The user has been using minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo for hairregrowth but hasn't fully restored their hairline. They are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
User shares 2.5-month progress with hair loss pill, others discuss their experiences and results. Some mention using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hairregrowth.
A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hairregrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
A woman discovered her long-term hair loss was due to undiagnosed anemia, with ferritin levels as low as 9. After starting iron supplements, she saw significant hairregrowth, especially in previously bald areas, though some spots remain unchanged.
A user's progress pictures and four month finasteride update showing dramatic hairregrowth, as well as their experiences with other treatments like minoxidil. The conversation also includes advice on diet, testosterone levels, and the importance of avoiding baldness for attraction and confidence.
The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hairregrowth.
AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hairregrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.
A 30-year-old started hair loss treatment in September 2022 with oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, then switched to a spray version in June 2023. They also improved their diet, exercised, used biotin shampoo daily, and micro needled weekly, resulting in noticeable hairregrowth.
The user started balding at 16/17 and tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride with little success. They recently started applying diclofenac gel to their bald areas and noticed some hairregrowth, attributing this to diclofenac's ability to lower prolactin levels and its anti-inflammatory effects.