User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.
A user's experience with using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine as hair loss treatment before getting a hair transplant. The conversation includes various opinions on the efficacy and availability of this mix.
The conversation is about purchasing KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) on Amazon, now called Koshine. A user mentioned their order is expected to arrive between August 22 and September 13.
A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
GT20029, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
A user's six month progress with Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment; they experienced positive results such as stopped itching and shedding, as well as regrowth, without any side effects.
The conversation is about someone sharing their 2.5-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride and topical minoxidil, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience with these treatments. They also mention using tea tree conditioner and experiencing no side effects from oral finasteride.
Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.
User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.
A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
A user is concerned that finasteride isn't working after 4 months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to severe hair loss. Others suggest continuing finasteride, adding minoxidil, and being patient.
A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and occasional nizoral. They noted significant progress and plan to continue treatments, with another update at the 6-month mark.
Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
The person is using 1mg of finasteride daily, 2mg of minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm needle. They sometimes use topical minoxidil as well.
Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
A man shared how his baldness led to reconnecting with his high school crush, resulting in marriage. The conversation includes jokes and varied opinions on balding, with no specific treatments mentioned.
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
The conversation discusses whether lifestyle factors like diet and sleep affect hair growth in people with reversible hair loss. Some believe these factors, along with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, can improve hair health, while others argue hair loss is mostly determined by genetics and DHT sensitivity.
Comparing the effectiveness and side effects of topical finasteride versus oral finasteride, with people sharing their experiences using both treatments to manage hair loss.
Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs formen.
In this conversation, people discussed how Minoxidil and Finasteride can be toxic to cats if ingested. It was highlighted that even when being careful with application, there is still a risk of poisoning due to the potential for contact between fur/hair and the substances.
Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.
Hair regrowth using estradiol, spironolactone, minoxidil, and finasteride, showing significant improvement over four years. HRT is not advised for cis men solely for hair loss due to feminizing effects.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.
Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride forreducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hair loss treatments such as minoxidil.
Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.
Finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained cheaply through Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Costco's Kirkland brand, respectively, costing about $7.53/month combined. Amazon's RXPass and virtual visits at Dr. B. offer additional savings.