community Good luck on everybody on the fight against hair loss!
Acknowledging the struggle of hair loss, discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841, and providing support to those dealing with it.
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30 / 73 resultscommunity Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped
A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.
community Planning to for Hair transplant
The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.
community can someone please tell me its going to get better? im bawling my eyes out
A 16-year-old girl is experiencing hair loss, which has worsened despite using minoxidil and multivitamins. Suggestions include broader hormone testing and considering other treatments like spironolactone if the hair loss is due to androgenic alopecia.
community Perez Hilton Had 3 Transplants.. Yet Losing Hair.. Someone Explain?
The conversation discusses Perez Hilton's hair loss despite having three hair transplants. Participants suggest that hair loss can continue after a transplant if maintenance treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are not used, and that transplanted hair can still be susceptible to loss.
community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)
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.
community 1 year after my Hair Transplant
Hair transplant after 1 year shows great results. Treatment done in Turkey, patient from Pakistan living in Germany.
community Fin- 4.5 months, Min-2.5 months, still long way to go
The user has been treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride daily, 1mg topical minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling twice a week. They report improved hair quality and density but are still experiencing shedding.
community Shed 2 years into finasteride and minoxidil
A user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for 2 years, experiencing worsening hair shedding, losing 300+ hairs per wash. They are concerned if this indicates the medicine isn't working and are seeking others' experiences.
community Does anyone manage to keep the estradiol under control while on fin ? I'm talking in the normal range
Managing estradiol levels while using finasteride. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community What is the real impact of dutasteride on neurosteroids? A little review of 2 scientific datas
Dutasteride at 0.5 mg/day does not significantly alter allopregnanolone levels, but higher doses (2.5 mg/day) do. Dutasteride may also have anti-neuroinflammatory effects, but the impact on neurosteroids is still debated.
community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress
NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community 1 year regime. Stabilizing a bit
A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hair loss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.
community 7 months on just topical finasteride (caretopic)
A user shared their 7-month progress using only topical finasteride for hair loss. They recently started a new, non-FDA treatment and will evaluate its effectiveness in 6 months.
community Recent recipient of a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul….
A user underwent a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul, which included 900 beard grafts, after previously using finasteride with limited success. The procedure cost £4500, including transport and aftercare in both Istanbul and the UK.
community 50 years old 4.5 months on Fin
A 50-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, pumpkin seed oil, derma rolling, biotin shampoo, and Nizoral. They reported significant improvement in hair density and regrowth, especially in the crown and mid-scalp areas, with no side effects.
community Will rubbing olive oil on my thinning spots when I get the dht itch slow down/maybe stop balding?
Olive oil may temporarily relieve DHT itch but won't stop balding. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended for hair loss treatment.
community Finasteride, Nizoral and dermarolling 2 months update
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Finasteride, Nizoral, and dermarolling; potential results from these treatments are discussed, along with potential side effects.
community Dutasteride 4.5 months really struggling what should I do
The user has been on dutasteride for 4.5 months after switching from finasteride due to hair thinning, and is experiencing significant hair loss despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. Many responses suggest that dutasteride takes time to show results, often requiring patience for up to a year or more, and recommend not stopping finasteride abruptly to avoid shedding.
community After Finasteride now it's the turn to get Dutasteride easily in Italy!
An individual in Italy used a fake prescription to obtain Dutasteride cheaply, suggesting others do the same to avoid high costs. They discuss the effectiveness and side effects of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride for hair loss, with some users considering switching due to better tolerance.
community Does this mean it's finally working
The user started using topical minoxidil in June 2023 and switched to a new finasteride preparation and vitamin D supplements a month ago. They noticed reduced hair shedding recently and are hopeful for regrowth.
community Breaking hair loss news! GT20029 is a resounding success!
GT20029, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community do any supplements actually work?
A user asked if collagen or hair growth supplements made their hair thicker. Another user suggested that Vitamin D might help if deficient.
community 1 year topical fin/min coupled with frontal HT
The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.
community Anyone else just waiting until the real pyrilutamide and then GT20029?
The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal side effects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hair loss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hair loss progresses in the meantime.
community (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things
A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
community We really out here with a subscription service for our hair...
Hair loss discussion mentions using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users compare subscription services for hair treatments to other daily necessities and discuss cheaper alternatives.
community I will have it cured by morning
Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.
community ORAL MIN ,DERMAROLLING AND RU58841 PROGRESS 3 months (18,M)
The conversation is about an 18-year-old's progress with hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 over three months, starting treatment after beginning to lose hair at 16. Participants are impressed with the improvement and encourage continued treatment.
community hair loss treatment alternatives and ideas to improve gain
The post discusses using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, along with spearmint capsules, pueraria mirifica, saw palmetto, biotin, and vitamins. The user is also considering microdosing finasteride with trans treatment and mentions the potential of herbal enemas and hair systems.