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A user is losing hope after 5 months on finasteride, seeing more hair loss and minimal positive changes. Another user advises that shedding is normal and benefits may take up to 2 years.

A 40-year-old user shared their hair loss treatment progress since October 2023, using exosome treatment, minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. They started slacking on microneedling in February after stopping minoxidil.

The user started taking multivitamins, derma rolling, using rosemary oil, and taking 0.5mg finasteride daily. They noticed slight hair improvement and are questioning if the changes are due to finasteride or the other treatments.

A 21-year-old with diffuse thinning hair is considering RU58841 due to side effects from topical finasteride and is asking for the lowest effective dose and time to see results from RU58841 users.

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 reported losing hair after 7 months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but others reassured that this is likely just a shedding phase where old hairs fall out to make way for new growth. Some users experience sheds every 7-8 months and suggest staying consistent with treatment.

Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

Dutasteride potentially being more effective than Finasteride in treating hair loss due to its ability to suppress DHT levels more significantly. Dutasteride also has fewer sexual side effects compared to Finasteride.

The conversation is about coping with hair loss and includes advice on improving overall appearance and confidence. Specific hair loss treatments mentioned are not discussed.

User shared 1-year finasteride and 5-month oral minoxidil, nizoral, and microneedling progress. Reply suggests full results may appear after 1-2 years, and results look promising.

User experienced hair loss after starting dutasteride, but saw regrowth with finasteride. They wonder if dutasteride can cause initial shedding but eventually lead to hair regrowth.

A user has been using peppermint oil with caffeine on their scalp and is experiencing more visible scalp, questioning if it's a shedding phase or ineffective treatment. Another person suggests the peppermint oil is not working and the user is naturally losing hair, implying that more established treatments like minoxidil or finasteride would be preferred.

The conversation discusses the safety and effectiveness of a hair loss drug, GT20029, and the possibility of infrequent application, with users hoping for once-daily use and speculating on the drug's duration of effect on the scalp. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.

Spudlady asks about experiences with spironolactone for hair loss. She has lost hair due to stress and seeks ways to stop shedding.

A user noticed wrinkling under one eye, possibly due to Minoxidil use. They seek advice on preventing or fixing this issue.

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.

The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hair loss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hair thinning.

Reducing scalp tension can help reverse male pattern baldness (MPB). Firm scalp massages and scalp stretching exercises are beneficial.

Hair transplants and hair loss treatments like oral Fin and Min are discussed, with some humor about public figures' hair. Missing a single day of these treatments typically has little impact, but longer gaps can affect results.

Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking finasteride (Propecia) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences of minimal side effects and improved hair growth over several years. The original poster emphasizes the importance of consistent use and mentions using Nizoral shampoo occasionally.

Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride worsened hair condition, leading to frustration and heart issues, prompting a return to topical treatments and the addition of tretinoin. Patience and consistency are advised, as these treatments can take years to show results, and abrupt changes may cause shedding.

The user is experiencing aggressive diffuse thinning despite using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice, microneedling, and Nizoral for seborrheic dermatitis. They are considering switching to dutasteride or RU58841 but are advised to seek a second opinion to determine the cause of hair loss.

The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.

The user is experiencing hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide or considering dutasteride instead of finasteride.

The user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and tretinoin. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown and temple areas.

TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, peppermint oil, and microneedling. It also mentions lifestyle changes like converting to Islam and avoiding smoking, drinking, and partying.

The user has been on finasteride for over a year and switched from topical to oral minoxidil five months ago, but is unsure if the current shedding and small hairs are signs of improvement or worsening. They are seeking advice on whether to wait longer or switch treatments.