The user began experiencing hair loss a few years ago at age 22 and is a diffuse thinner with a Norwood scale rating of 2. They have a naturally athletic build and gain muscle easily, with a hairy chest and stomach.
The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.
The user has been experiencing hair loss for over 5 years and is currently using a topical treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with derma rolling and a hair growth oil. They have previously tried oral finasteride, pyrithione zinc, RU58841, and dutasteride, but are seeking advice on whether to retry dutasteride or find a more reliable source for RU58841 due to ongoing hair density loss.
A young man regrets not starting finasteride treatment for hair loss sooner, noticing significant shedding just two months prior. He advises others experiencing early hair loss to act quickly and start treatment.
A user shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using a routine that includes natural oils, specialized shampoos and conditioners, derma stamping, scalp oil, and vitamins. They apply a mixture of oils twice a week, use hair care products, derma stamp, and take vitamins daily.
The conversation discusses successful hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and biotin shampoo/supplements, avoiding finasteride due to its side effects. Specific brands of shampoo, conditioner, and biotin pills were inquired about but not mentioned.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss due to hard water was advised by a dermatologist to use a treatment containing Minoxidil and vitamins. A respondent confirmed the treatment's safety but warned that discontinuing Minoxidil could worsen hair loss.
The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.
A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.
The user experienced significant hair loss after using RU58841, a hair loss treatment, and had to undergo a hair transplant to rectify the damage. They're asking others who've used RU58841 about their experiences, particularly if they also experienced shedding, if their hair grew back, when they started using RU, and other related questions.
The conversation is about seeking alternatives to combine with Finasteride for hair loss treatment, specifically if not wanting to use Minoxidil. The user questions if anyone has tried Redensyl as a potential alternative.
A user's two-year progress using 1mg of oral finasteride daily and twice daily application of 5% minoxidil solution for hair loss. The user experienced temporary side effects but is pleased with the results, and another user warns about the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.
The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.
A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mg dutasteride every two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.
The post is about a user starting a hair loss treatment using finasteride, micro needling, and nizoral. The conversation includes supportive replies from other users.
A conversation about hair loss and the desire for treatments to reverse balding and grey hair. The conversation mentions the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) for hair growth and the potential for it to darken grey hair. Finasteride (Fin) is also mentioned as a treatment that turned someone's blonde hair brunette.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
The user "Prudent_Poet_6230" shared progress pictures of their hair regrowth after using finasteride for almost a year. They experienced minimal side effects, with some dryness on their face.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, starting with finasteride and minoxidil, then switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Some users report similar experiences with these treatments, while others debate the effectiveness of dutasteride.
The user experienced unwanted hair growth on their body from using a caffeine lotion, similar to their experience with minoxidil. They are seeking others' experiences with caffeine products causing hair growth in unintended areas.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.
A 22-year-old is frustrated with friends and family's dismissive attitudes towards hair loss and finds support and hope in an online community. They have not yet treated their hair loss but are considering medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
A 20-year-old shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months, with no side effects. They also use a derma roller, special hair care products, and oils as part of their weekly routine.
The user "deadstroke56" shared their progress using topical minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. Other users praised their progress and asked about the brand and regimen used.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding despite 2 years on finasteride, 1.5 years on RU58841, and 10 months on oral minoxidil, and is frustrated with the ongoing issue. Another user shares a similar experience of losing a lot of hair daily for the last 3 years.
A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed saw palmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil and dismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.
Dutasteride works for most men, but some may experience worsening due to reasons like shedding, paranoia, non-androgenic alopecia, genetic variations, or smoking. Smoking can increase scalp DHT levels and damage follicles.
Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.