Dermarolling has potential for hair regrowth and is being used alongside minoxidil and a rosemary oil/castor oil mix. Users discuss its effectiveness and the need for more research.
The conversation discusses treating male pattern baldness in a transgender woman using cyproterone acetate, finasteride, and biotin. The original poster shared their experience for others who might be in a similar situation.
The conversation discusses affordable hairloss treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and natural remedies like castor and peppermint oil. Specific treatments for hairloss are the focus.
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to hairloss, and supplementation with vitamin D can improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Users discussed various dosages of vitamin D, emphasizing the importance of getting blood tests to determine the appropriate amount.
Taking 2.5mg of dutasteride daily can cause feelings of low energy, ambition, and motivation, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Many users suggest lowering the dose to 0.5mg to alleviate these side effects.
A 20-year-old is feeling depressed about hairloss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 5-6 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, trying derma rolling, oral minoxidil, and addressing lifestyle factors.
The user has experienced hair regrowth after switching from topical to oral Minoxidil and starting Finasteride. Other users confirm the regrowth and suggest additional treatments like microneedling and Nizoral shampoo.
A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride during pregnancy. The user continues with oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, and pyrilutamide.
A 24-year-old male shared his 8-month progress in fighting hairloss using 1mg finasteride daily, 5mg minoxidil daily, 5mg biotin daily, and topical minoxidil nightly. He experienced no side effects and noted improved confidence and reduced shedding.
The user has been experiencing hairloss for years, tried ketoconazole shampoo without success, and has been on finasteride for 3 months but is unsure if it's working. A reply suggests waiting 6-12 months to properly assess finasteride's effectiveness.
A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.
A user shared their hairloss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, biotin, dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend starting with topical sprays and mentioned using a new combo spray from Hims UK.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey from age 21 to 25 using finasteride and a carnivore diet. Other users debated the effectiveness of diet changes versus genetic factors in hairloss.
User has been shedding hair despite using finasteride for a year, increasing the dose recently, and experiencing thin, short hairs. Other users suggest continuing treatment, seeing a dermatologist, and note that some hairloss is normal.
A 23-year-old male, experiencing hairloss since his teens, struggles with motivation to continue using minoxidil and dutasteride due to depression and stress. Suggestions include resuming medication, therapy, improving mental well-being, and considering lifestyle changes like exercise and social support.
Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride for a year with no improvement in hairloss and was denied dutasteride by a dermatologist due to FDA approval issues but was prescribed oral minoxidil instead. The user is seeking advice on whether to switch to dutasteride, continue finasteride, or add minoxidil.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months of taking 1mg daily of finasteride. Other users commented on their experiences and the effectiveness of different treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
A 27-year-old considering a hair transplant after going bald from 2018 to 2024. Recommendations include using finasteride and minoxidil before the transplant, with mixed opinions on their long-term use and side effects.
A user is losing hope after 5 months on finasteride, seeing more hairloss and minimal positive changes. Another user advises that shedding is normal and benefits may take up to 2 years.
A user reported losing 150-250 hairs daily after 9 months on dutasteride, despite previously stabilizing hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil. Blood tests showed high DHT levels, and the user is unsure if they should continue the current treatment.
The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg three times a week, starting at age 25, with noticeable regrowth after three months and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and dutasteride, noting varying results and side effects.
The user added microneedling to their routine of minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth after three months. They shared photos showing significant improvement.
A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1.25mg daily finasteride for hairloss, reporting noticeable results around months 4-5 and some initial side effects that resolved. The user experienced thickening and slight regrowth of the hairline.
A 30-year-old man shared his hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride. He experienced side effects initially but resumed treatment, and now sees improvement.
A user experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride/dutasteride and is asking if these levels will return to normal over time. The conversation focuses on whether these changes are temporary.
A user discussed their hair regrowth after 6 months of oral minoxidil and dutasteride, and 2 weeks of topical minoxidil. They are unsure if the new hair is fuzz or actual regrowth.