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A man in his thirties found increased confidence after shaving his head, despite years of hair loss. Others discussed using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.

The post and conversation are about a user claiming to be 137 years old with a full head of hair. Specific treatments mentioned include dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil.

A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.

User is considering microneedling to enhance hair regrowth after limited response to minoxidil and better results with finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Recommendations include using a 1.5mm derma roller once a week, avoiding minoxidil on microneedling days, and disinfecting the roller with isopropyl alcohol.

A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.

The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing increased shedding and is considering using topical melatonin with a product called Rizn. Another user is skeptical about the effectiveness of topical melatonin due to issues with the research and lack of replication of results, while a third user expresses interest in the outcome of using Rizn after not seeing results from topical finasteride and minoxidil.

A 19-year-old male shared progress pictures showing hair loss and regrowth after using minoxidil and dutasteride. He also mentioned experiencing hair growth on his face and is taking accutane for his skin.

A 28-year-old male on TRT with a family history of MPB reports that consuming 1-2 tbsp of virgin coconut oil daily reduces hair loss and improves hair condition. Stopping the oil leads to increased hair fall and dryness.

A user shared a 3-month hair regrowth transformation using Finasteride 1mg, Minoxidil, and occasional derma rolling. Some responders are skeptical of the rapid growth, while others suggest the user might be an exceptional responder to the treatment.

The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.

The conversation discusses the timing of applying Minoxidil and finasteride after microneedling. Opinions vary, with some suggesting immediate application and others recommending waiting to avoid skin irritation.

A user is considering switching from oral to topical finasteride to reduce systemic DHT impact and is exploring ethossomal finasteride for better skin penetration and potential hair regrowth. They found ethossomal finasteride in Brazil and are seeking opinions on its effectiveness compared to other topical delivery methods.

User used minoxidil 5% topical liquid, HIMS topical finasteride, derma rolling, DHT blocking shampoo, and castor oil with rosemary for hair loss treatment. They experienced significant progress and increased confidence.

Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress from November 2023 to April 2024 using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling. The consensus is that there is some improvement and increased density, with expectations of further progress.

A user's 11-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. The user reported significant hair regrowth, including on the beard and eyebrows, and experienced minor side effects like headaches and increased body hair.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth over seven months using a combination of oral dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and iron. They plan to continue treatments to prepare for a potential hair transplant.

33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hair density and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.

Adding RU58841 to Dutasteride treatment helped reduce hair shedding significantly for several users. Some reported no change with RU58841, while others experienced a dramatic decrease in shedding and increased hair density.

The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 but continues to experience hair loss. They seek advice on why the treatments aren't working and if others have had similar experiences.

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.

A 25-year-old male switched from multiple topicals to finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing maintenance and increased confidence despite minor side effects. He now styles his hair freely and appreciates the positive impact of finasteride.

The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.