A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hair growth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hair growth if needed.
A user started taking 2.5mg Dutasteride for hairloss, along with oral Minoxidil, and is concerned about liver impact. Other users warn about the high dosage and potential health risks.
A user tried to advise someone on hairloss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, but the person didn't listen. Others supported the effort but noted it's up to the individual to take the advice.
A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting blood tests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.
Adding RU58841 to Dutasteride treatment helped reduce hair shedding significantly for several users. Some reported no change with RU58841, while others experienced a dramatic decrease in shedding and increased hair density.
A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.
A user shared a 5-month progress picture showing hair regrowth from taking 1mg of finasteride daily. Another user reported significant hair regrowth and no side effects after 12 years on finasteride.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hairloss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hairloss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.
A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hairloss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hairloss is attributed to male pattern baldness.
The user saw no improvement in hairloss after using Finasteride for a year and Dutasteride for six months. They also experienced scalp inflammation and tried various treatments like Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid without success.
The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.
A 24 year old who has been experiencing thinning hair for 6 years and is starting a course of treatment involving finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo. Others are wishing them luck and offering advice on how to potentially recover from the condition.
Treatments for hairloss, including topical dutasteride minoxidil, tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl over a period of 3 months; switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide was suggested with potentially less risk of systemic side effects; and encouragement to not give up hope.
Hairloss treatments Finasteride and Dutasteride are discussed, with emphasis on their safety and effectiveness. Users share frustration about fear-mongering and side effect discussions, suggesting trust in scientific studies and FDA approval.
The conversation discusses using Botox to treat male pattern baldness, suggesting it may promote hair growth by increasing scalp blood flow and oxygen, reducing dihydrotestosterone levels. The user wonders why this treatment is not widely discussed or if it has been discredited.
The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hairloss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hairloss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.
Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hairloss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hairloss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.
The user has been experiencing hairloss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hairloss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.
A 17-year-old male has experienced significant hairloss within 4 months, noticing scalp visibility constantly. He's used ketoconazole shampoo, and his dermatologist recommends minoxidil and finasteride when he turns 18, but he's considering shaving his head due to the rapid hairloss.
The conversation is about someone who has not seen hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride alone, asking if others have experienced delayed results. Some responses indicate that results can sometimes be seen after 12 months, with full effects up to 24 months.
A user shared progress pictures showing successful hair retention using a low-dose topical finasteride (0.008%) combined with minoxidil. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, minimal effective dosing, and avoiding systemic side effects.
Some men are bald because they are unaware of hairloss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.
A 25-year-old male switched from multiple topicals to finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, experiencing maintenance and increased confidence despite minor side effects. He now styles his hair freely and appreciates the positive impact of finasteride.
A 31-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride 0.5mg daily on June 1st, questioning regrowth results. A reply noted some stabilization and slight regrowth.
A user shared their hairloss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hairloss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.
Accepting hairloss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.
The conversation is about a 17-year-old experiencing severe hair thinning and the advice given is to see a dermatologist or doctor to check for underlying health issues or to start treatment early if it's male pattern baldness.
The conversation is about a user's 17-month progress in treating hairloss using finasteride, minoxidil, occasional 0.5mm microneedling, and Nizoral. The user reports significant hairline recovery and aims to achieve a pre-hairlosshairline within the next 6 months.
A user recovered from severe Telogen Effluvium using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil within four months. Another user regained 80% hair density with finasteride and minoxidil over two years, and is now trying dutasteride.