A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
A user has been treating hair loss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hair loss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.
The conversation is about the lack of improvement in hair loss after using Pyrilutamide for 14 weeks, with the original poster unable to use Finasteride due to depression. Replies suggest that Pyrilutamide, like RU58841, may not work for everyone, and a more potent drug is being developed by Kintor.
The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.
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.
The user, Salt_Ad6339, shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year, along with microneedling. However, they also mention experiencing chest/nipple pain and suspect it may be a side effect of finasteride. They decide to stop using it for now and see if minoxidil alone can maintain their hair. Other users in the conversation discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and suggest using an aromatase inhibitor to counteract them.
A 19-year-old shares his hair loss experience and treatment routine, which includes 1mg finasteride daily, 2mg oral minoxidil daily, ketoconazole shampoo every 2 days, and a healthy lifestyle. He notes that oral minoxidil is showing better results than topical minoxidil.
Hair loss treatments and the user's progress with taking finasteride and minoxidil orally, which has resulted in full recovery after 5 months. Users commented on this progress and discussed their own experiences or confusion about the treatments used.
The conversation is about whether the Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for hair density can be mixed with finasteride. A video was mentioned that shows the serum being mixed with Stemoxydine.
A user sharing their progress after using Fin, Minoxidil, keto diet, and microneedling for two months to attempt to regrow hair on bald temples. Other users replied with advice and support.
The conversation is about choosing between Ketoconazole/Nizoral 1%/2% or selenium for dandruff. The user also mentions starting finasteride soon for androgenetic alopecia.
A user's 8-month progress using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2 weeks of RU58841 to treat hair loss. The user is looking for feedback from others on their progress and experiences.
A user's experience with hair loss and scalp inflammation, which was alleviated by using RU58841 along with finasteride and dutasteride. A theory of inflammation possibly being a cause of hairloss is also discussed.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user "Shakalakaplaka" shares their comprehensive hair loss regimen, which includes various treatments targeting different pathways such as DHT, inflammation, fibrosis, immune system, testosterone, gut problems, and scalp health. The effectiveness of the regimen is not confirmed, and some users express skepticism or request before and after pictures for credibility.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.
A user shared a video suggesting that 0.5mm microneedles are most effective for hair growth. Other users mentioned different microneedle lengths and advised consulting a dermatologist for personalized treatment.
The user has been experiencing hair loss since the age of 16 and has tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and keto 2%. Despite these efforts, there has been little improvement in hair growth. The user is considering other options such as dutasteride, perilutimide, or a hair transplant in the future, but for now, they are accepting the shaved look and focusing on personal growth and school.
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.
A user experienced no reduction in DHT levels after 8 months of finasteride, despite initial improvement in hair loss. They are considering switching to dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.
A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.
Finasteride can cause scalp itch and inflammation, possibly due to DHT changes, but these effects are often temporary and part of the shedding phase. Consistent use of finasteride may show results after 6 months, with potential hair regrowth and slowed hair loss.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
The conversation is about a user considering the use of Ketoconazole 2% shampoo before showing signs of male pattern baldness (MPB) to potentially delay its onset, inspired by a YouTuber who uses the shampoo to reduce scalp DHT levels. The user's interest in this preventative measure stems from a family history of MPB.
The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.