Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between VitaminD Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.
User experienced significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using 0.5mg finasteride, along with minoxidil anddermastamp. Side effects include increased sensitivity to poor lifestyle choices, but overall confidence improved.
The conversation is about the prevalence of baldness among young men and the potential factors contributing to it. Specific treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins andderma rollers.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitaminD supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitaminD but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.
The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.
A user's 2.5 year transformation of using 0.5mg finasteride and RU58841 to combat hair loss, with the possibility of increasing the RU for further regrowth.
The user experienced improved hair growth using Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1.25mg once daily, weekly dermarolling, supplements, and occasional ketoconazole shampoo for 5.5 months, but noticed hair shedding again after switching types of Minoxidil. Despite returning to the original Minoxidil, the user's hair condition worsened and shedding continued.
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.
A user is unsure if "Hair Energiser" tablets are effective for hair growth after a year of use. Replies suggest using finasteride instead and call the tablets a scam.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
User experienced significant hair improvement after 9 months using topical fin/min spray. Noticed positive changes around 3-month mark and chose topical treatment due to fewer side effects.
A user sharing their hair restoration results after taking finasteride for 12 months and minoxidil orally for 3 months; other users responding with questions and comments about the treatments used.
How little the average person knows about hair loss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, anddiet/lifestyle changes.
A user's results after using finasteride (1.25mg/day) for one year, which included improvements to their hair and skin as well as some side effects such as decreased libido and watery semen. They also mentioned they stopped taking creatine around the same time.
A 32-year-old male started using a topical spray containing 0.01% finasteride and 6% minoxidil to combat hereditary male pattern baldness. He reports no side effects and is optimistic about potential hair regrowth.
A person in their early 30s is experiencing increased hair shedding after stopping birth control and reducing spironolactone, which they've been on for years. They are concerned about the hair loss, which is different from their usual hereditary pattern, and are seeking advice.
Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling anddermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.
The conversation humorously criticizes The Beatles for having more hair in old age than the user at 20. It includes mentions of finasteride anddutasteride as hair loss treatments.
A user took 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily for three years, which significantly improved their hair loss and mental health. They recommend starting treatment early and shared progress pictures showing noticeable improvement, especially in the last year.
The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types anddoses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.
The user's progress with treating their hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, as well as using a derma-roller infrequently and Nizoral shampoo twice a week. They discussed how helpful it was for the user to post comparison pictures with the same angle and lighting in each.
A 23 year old's 9 month progress with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil and keto shampoo, and others sharing their experiences and results with similar treatments.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride anddutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.
A user is concerned about hair loss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.
A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hair loss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hair loss is attributed to male pattern baldness.