Using 2% ketoconazole shampoo reduced hair shedding significantly, while 1% did not. The user wonders if hairloss was due to seborrheic dermatitis and if stopping workouts also affected this.
Tattooing hairloss drugs like minoxidil and dutasteride into the scalp is discussed as an alternative to daily pills, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and convenience. Some users report positive results, but concerns about cost, potential side effects, and the procedure's discomfort are noted.
The conversation is about the safety of using hairloss products like Minoxidil and finasteride while trying to conceive and after birth. The user is seeking advice on whether these products are safe for the baby and if any men in similar situations can share their experiences.
GT20029, a new hairloss 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.
User's hairloss treatment progress includes 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil tablets twice daily, microneedling 3 times a week, and Fungoral shampoo twice weekly. Good progress and minimal side effects reported.
The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil once daily, and various oils but continues to experience hairloss. They are considering whether to increase the finasteride dosage or maintain the current regimen until a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses a 17-year-old using finasteride to address early hair thinning, expressing pride in taking action to prevent hairloss. The user emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and shares experiences with the hairloss community.
Hairloss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hairloss and emphasizes empathy.
The conversation is about a hairloss treatment routine that includes using a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week, applying 5% Minoxidil twice daily, taking 1mg Finasteride, and Biotin supplements. It also includes warnings about the potential risks of applying Minoxidil immediately after dermarolling and instructions for cleaning the dermaroller.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
A 25-year-old discusses hairloss and its impact on confidence, considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Recommendations include these medications and lifestyle changes to manage hairloss.
Dutasteride and finasteride can significantly slow or halt hairloss, with some users experiencing regrowth, but results vary. Lifestyle factors and individual genetic predispositions also play a role in hairloss outcomes.
A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hairloss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hairloss before considering a transplant.
Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hairloss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hairloss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hairloss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hairloss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.
Potential treatments for hairloss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hairloss globally.
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hairloss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
Many celebrities and athletes likely use hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Despite their effectiveness, only a small percentage of the general population uses these treatments.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hairloss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hairloss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hairloss. Some users report hairloss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
A 21-year-old male from Bangladesh is experiencing hairloss and was advised by a dermatologist to use ketoconazole shampoo, anti-fungal treatments, biotin, and 5% minoxidil, with finasteride to be considered after six months. The user is unsure whether to follow this advice or start finasteride immediately alongside minoxidil.
The conversation provides advice on how to track hairloss or regrowth, emphasizing the importance of taking consistent photos and keeping a log of treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. It also suggests using scalp cameras and comparing photos side by side for accurate progress assessment.
Actor Patrick Stewart's success despite having a receding hairline, how hairloss may not be as crippling as it is perceived to be, and how different people are attracted to different physical features.
A user is confused about a dermatologist's positive assessment of their scalp despite concerns about their hairline. They discuss using oral minoxidil, concerns about side effects from finasteride, and difficulty finding topical finasteride.
This conversation is about a user sharing their progress with treating hairloss using finasteride and minoxidil, which others responded to with advice on dosage and other treatments such as microneedling. People also discussed the importance of doing research before starting treatment and being prepared for possible side effects.