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The person is experiencing sudden hair loss for six months and treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins are not working. Another person suggests the hair loss might not be androgenetic alopecia but could be telogen effluvium or an inflammatory condition.

The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.

The user experienced hair shedding after using finasteride and topical minoxidil since August 2024, and briefly adding oral minoxidil in early 2025. They suspect the shedding might be due to the oral minoxidil, a bad batch of finasteride, or a normal shedding cycle, and are also experiencing an itchy scalp and acne.

The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

A new drug can regrow teeth, but hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are still being developed. Users express hope for future advancements and discuss the importance of mental health and the potential profitability of hair loss solutions.

A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment six months ago, with some improvement in mental health and manageable side effects. They are considering switching minoxidil brands due to dissatisfaction and are focusing on stress management and lifestyle changes to improve scalp health.

The post discusses how using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss resulted in the user's hair changing from straight to wavy. The responses suggest this change indicates healthier, thicker hair and share similar experiences, while also expressing concerns about potential side effects of the treatments.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth 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.

A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.

Treating Black/ethnic hair loss with a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral shampoo and derma pen treatments, as well as occasional Jamaican Black Caster Oil use. The user documented their progress over the course of 3.5 months, showing improvement in hair growth.

Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.

A 33-year-old female with androgenic alopecia experienced alopecia areata patches after PRP treatment. She is seeking others' experiences with PRP worsening alopecia areata.

The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

Hair regrowth from treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, and finasteride is not permanent; stopping these treatments typically results in hair loss resuming. Beard hair can become permanent with minoxidil use, unlike scalp hair, which requires ongoing treatment to maintain gains.

Hair loss treatments discussed: Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Spironolactone. Woman with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata shares experience using Spironolactone.

Pyrilutamide, a potential topical treatment for male pattern baldness, and the user's anticipation of its Phase 2 trial results. Several users discussed their experiences with Finasteride and RU58841, while others voiced skepticism about the efficacy of Pyrilutamide.

The conversation discusses positive initial trial results for GT20029, a topical compound for hair loss that degrades androgen receptors, potentially requiring only weekly application. Participants express hope for this treatment to be more effective and convenient than current options like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

The post discusses whether finasteride can maintain hair growth stimulated by minoxidil. The response indicates that finasteride cannot sustain minoxidil-grown hairs.

A user who had a hair transplant in Turkey and shared their experience, as well as tips for those considering the same procedure. Other users then discussed their experiences with similar clinics, and offered advice on how to find reputable surgeons and avoid scams.

A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.

Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

The conversation discusses dissatisfaction with current hair loss treatments that mainly focus on DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride. Alternative treatments mentioned include RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and future possibilities like hair cloning.

A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.

The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

User is experiencing scalp itch and hair loss despite using Nizoral, Minoxidil, derma rolling, and Finasteride for 6 months. They are considering switching to Dutasteride.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using high doses of dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride, but still considers a hair transplant due to thin hair and limited temple improvement. They face challenges accessing medication and are exploring additional treatments like microneedling.

User experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.

The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

Epibiotech will offer off-the-shelf allogeneic hair multiplication treatment in South Korea, using dermal papilla cells from donors to grow hair in balding areas. This method is cheaper and less invasive than traditional hair transplants.