community Does microneedling too deep cause people to post a single pic as progress?
The conversation is about hair loss and treatments. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
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660-690 / 827 resultscommunity antihistamine for scalp inflammation??
Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
community 25 and balding. Fixable and I need your help
A user is experiencing severe hair loss and dandruff, trying various treatments including Minoxidil, Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole, Neutrogena T/Gel, coconut oil, baby shampoo, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera gel, and tea tree oil. They believe the issue is not genetic and are seeking advice and solutions.
community (37 M) Fin for 5 o years, Dut for 9 months. I’d like to talk to Dut’s manager
A 37-year-old male has been using finasteride for 5 years and dutasteride for 9 months to address hair loss, noticing improvements but also some recent thinning. He experienced no significant side effects from either treatment, except a slight decrease in semen volume with dutasteride, and is considering trying oral minoxidil again despite previous side effects.
community Finasteride not working after 6 months.
Finasteride may take over a year to show results, and shedding is common initially. Some users consider switching to dutasteride if finasteride doesn't reduce shedding after several months.
community Progress (or lack there of) - Finasteride 9 months
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for 9 months with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They experience daily scalp pain and anxiety, and are exploring other treatments like Head & Shoulders and consulting a dermatologist.
community Topical dutasteride valid success stories
Topical dutasteride may not significantly reduce hair loss and could potentially increase testosterone, leading to further hair loss. Users report side effects like mood changes, sleep issues, and severe side effects, with no significant progress in hair regrowth.
community First week finished on finasteride 0.5mg MWF
The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hair loss, with the original poster noting reduced scalp itching and oiliness after the first week. Users share experiences with different dosages and schedules, concerns about side effects, and the potential impact on prostate cancer detection.
community Lost some ground on Finasteride / Minoxidil, 7 months in but losing hope each month
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tea tree oil, and nizoral. They are considering switching to dutasteride due to an upcoming move to Japan.
community Kintors 1% Pyrilutamide comes in October/November
Kintor's 1% Pyrilutamide will be released in October/November. The user cannot tolerate finasteride.
community 7 years of treatment (Fin / Dut / Min) - AMA
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over 7 years, switched to dutasteride 3 years ago, and is satisfied with the results. They experienced no noticeable side effects and use minoxidil on their hairline and temples.
community lost my hair in a single year of treatment at 20 years old
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
community Diffuse thinning hair texture changes
A user experiencing diffuse thinning since age 18 describes their hair as unhealthy, dry, thin, and hard, with texture changes cycling between good and bad every few weeks. They are not on any medication, only taking vitamins and supplements.
community Suddenly developed rash after 3-years Kirkland minoxidil Foam use. Changed ingredients?
A user developed a rash after 3 years of using Kirkland minoxidil foam, possibly due to a change in ingredients. They are considering switching to Foligain or Rogaine foam to avoid further issues.
community Oral minoxidil and collagen production- does anybody else believe there’s a real link?
The conversation discusses the user's experience with oral minoxidil for hair loss and a possible increase in facial wrinkles, leading to a plan to ask for a tretinoin prescription. Specific treatments mentioned are oral minoxidil and the intention to use tretinoin.
community Scalp pain, diffuse thinning and Fin+nizoral
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.
community Pointless to use ketoconazol 1%
The conversation is about the ineffectiveness of 1% ketoconazole for hair loss, with the user stating that studies support the 2% version and even that has minimal results. The user also mentions using minoxidil, which dries out their scalp, and ketoconazole worsens it.
community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?
The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.
community 1 year on Finasteride, 2 months on derma rolling and minoxidil
The user has been on Finasteride for over a year and recently added minoxidil and derma rolling to their regimen, experiencing side effects like headaches and acne for a few weeks. They tried various non-medication treatments for early-stage hair loss with no success before turning to medication, which improved their hair and confidence.
community Alfatradiol/pantostin - anyone notice shedding in first month of use?
The conversation is about personal experiences with Alfatradiol (Pantostin) for hair loss and whether it causes shedding similar to Minoxidil. People are sharing their experiences with this treatment.
community What do we actually know about HMI-115?
The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.
community Do some people respond better to finasteride than dutasteride? Or the other way around?
The post and conversation are about the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. The conclusion is that the user had better results with finasteride and experienced rapid balding after switching to dutasteride.
community Pyrilutamide : what's the current plan for mainstream product release
Pyrilutamide's mainstream product release date is discussed. Side effects found in studies are also questioned.
community It's amazing how much younger you look with intact hair. Picture on the right was taken 3 years after picture on the left. I used the regular finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral combo.
User regrew hair using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral. Another user saw results with dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
community Is this progress? 2 months results. Dermarolling 1.5mm 1x per week. Rosemary oil/peppermint oil 2x per week. Nizoral shampoo 1x per week. Biotin and multivitamin supplements
User reports 2 months of hair regrowth using dermarolling, rosemary/peppermint oil, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements. Replies suggest trying finasteride instead.
community Irritation from topical min (maybe propylene glycol)
User experienced scalp irritation from Kirkland 5% liquid minoxidil, likely due to propylene glycol. They are seeking non-PG liquid alternatives that are affordable.
community Pyrilutamide… After using it for four days.
User tried Pyrilutamide for hair loss and noticed less hair fall initially, but experienced more hair fall after four days. Others advised to assess results after a longer period and consider increasing dosage for better results.
community Alfatradiol Experience (2 months)
User experienced side effects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride side effects.
community Get my hair system today.
A user decided to use a hair system after 10 years of hair loss, avoiding surgery and supplements due to potential side effects. They were nervous but hopeful for natural-looking results.
community Advice to everyone with persistent anxiety about hairloss: take a break from this subreddit
Different treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Saw Palmetto and PRP; the risks of using certain treatments; taking a break from this subreddit to cope with anxiety about hairloss; and potential benefits of maintaining confidence despite hairloss.