Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hairloss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hairloss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hairloss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hairloss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
User reports hair improvement after 3 months using 2.5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, weekly Nizoral, bi-weekly microneedling, and nightly rosemary oil. Shedding has decreased, and no significant side effects were noted.
OP believes RU58841 affected their thyroid, causing hypothyroidism and impacting minoxidil's effectiveness. They plan to start thyroid medication to improve hair regrowth.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months of taking 1mg daily of finasteride. Other users commented on their experiences and the effectiveness of different treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hairloss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while others support using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.
A 23 year old user who has had success with finasteride and minoxidil, regaining their hair after losing it due to male pattern baldness. They also attribute part of the success to lifestyle changes such as eating better, exercising, sleeping well, and reducing smoking.
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hairloss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
Minoxidil and finasteride together can lead to significant hair regrowth, often noticed gradually over time. Consistent use without stress is key, and while minoxidil helps regrow hair, finasteride prevents further loss.
Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
The user experienced gradual hair thinning since 2021 and tried various treatments including topical minoxidil, rosemary oil, oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and oral dutasteride. They are considering switching to daily finasteride and adding topical dutasteride, tretinoin, and microneedling due to side effects from oral dutasteride.
The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.
User experienced significant body hairloss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin D, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.
The user is treating hairloss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.
Age-linked hairloss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.
Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hairloss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.
The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.
Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.
The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth after two months using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, biotin, and ketoconazole shampoo. Some users express skepticism, while others are impressed with the results.
User 74775446 shares successful hair regrowth results using dermaroller/pen and minoxidil. Others discuss their experiences and concerns about finasteride side effects.
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hairloss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hairloss before considering a transplant.