User shares 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Others discuss body hair, hair transplant possibilities, and user's treatment response.
The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.
Hair loss discussion mentions using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users compare subscription services for hair treatments to other daily necessities and discuss cheaper alternatives.
The experiences of users who have used RU58841 to treat hair loss, including both positive and negative effects. Some side effects reported include chest pain, joint pain in the hands, tinnitus, and increased heartbeat.
This conversation was a satire post about hair loss treatments, and included a range of different treatments from biotin to handstands. Finasteride and Minoxidil were specifically mentioned as potential treatments that have scientific evidence to support their effectiveness.
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.
A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.
30 y/o male started balding at 22, began treatment at 29 using oral dut, oral min, derma rolling, nizoral shampoo, and considering low level light therapy. Plans to monitor progress for 1-2 years and may get hair transplant or use hair system if needed.
A 23 year old user's 6 month progress with treatments of 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil daily, keto shampoo and microneedling once weekly for hair loss. The conversation was encouraging with replies showing admiration for the user's rapid regrowth.
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
Sulforaphane shows potential for hair regrowth, with users reporting reduced shedding and regrowth. Some users combine it with Minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for treating hair loss in both men and women. Oral spironolactone can affect testosterone, but the topical form doesn't impact the endocrine system.
A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.
Topical finasteride in a liposomal formulation reduces systemic absorption compared to ethanol solutions. The user is seeking sources for such products, noting that popular options like morr-f are not liposomal.
The user started treating hair loss with minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, and castor oil, and noticed small hairs growing at the temples. They plan to add biotin and azelaic acid to their routine but are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects.
The conversation discusses the lack of promising results from the 23rd Annual Meeting of Japan Society of Clinical Hair Restoration, with no significant advancements expected in the next five years. Treatments mentioned include setipiprant, with skepticism about its effectiveness.
A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg Oral Minoxidil daily, with minimal side effects. He noticed improvement in hairline and crown after an initial shedding phase, and he did not use Finasteride prior to this treatment.
Intense microneedling with heavy pressure and bleeding did not improve hair growth after 4 months. The user advises against this method, noting no benefits and potential harm, and mentions using minoxidil without success.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 0.5mg daily dutasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after an initial shedding phase. The user experienced no side effects and noted that dutasteride might have fewer side effects than finasteride.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting side effects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, low-level laser therapy, ketokonozole, supplements, Viviscal, Nutrafol, microneedling, PRP, and scalp Botox injections, but is still experiencing hair shedding and thinning. Despite being on this regimen for two years, the user's hair condition is worsening, and they are seeking advice on what else they can do.
A user's experiences with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and hair transplants, in relation to another person who has been publicly vocal about their own hair loss struggles. People have shared opinions on this other person's treatment choices and the results of their hair transplant.
A user's 2 year experience using Minoxidil and Finasteride combined with 20,000mcg of biotin daily and dermarolling for 1 year. The results included thicker hair with some regrowth closer to the hairline, although peak results have not been achieved yet.
Hair loss and the importance of not letting it affect one's self-worth. The conversation includes advice on treatments such as taking medication, like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and other methods to manage hairloss, such as buzzing your head or seeking professional help.
There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.
A 22-year-old male is using 5% topical minoxidil, microneedling, saw palmetto, and biotin for hair loss with positive results but is considering switching to finasteride. Many users suggest adding finasteride for better long-term results, with some recommending online prescriptions due to local prescription challenges.