A 25-year-old is considering using saw palmetto for hairloss due to fear of finasteride side effects but is concerned about its effectiveness and cost compared to finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether saw palmetto has similar side effects to finasteride and if it's truly effective or just a placebo.
Scalp micropigmentation as a treatment for hairloss, and the importance of choosing a reputable practitioner to get a natural look. Different treatments such as laser removal were also discussed in relation to long-term maintenance.
Hairloss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.
A 27-year-old using minoxidil and dutasteride for hairloss has seen significant improvement but is considering a hair transplant for a more defined hairline. Most responses suggest the hair looks good, advise against a transplant, and recommend patience or trying microneedling or tretinoin.
A 25-year-old man with mild hairloss is using a topical finasteride treatment, biotin and ajuga reptans supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for hair growth. Due to a heart condition, he can't use minoxidil and is seeking alternative hair growth treatments, considering both medicinal and natural remedies like rosemary oil.
A user experienced severe hairloss after taking testosterone, despite using treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil. The user regrets taking testosterone, as it seems to have permanently increased sensitivity to DHT, accelerating hairloss.
The conversation reflects on how hairloss was portrayed in older movies as a natural part of aging, contrasting with today's media where balding is less visible due to treatments like finasteride and hair transplants. Participants also discuss the difference in societal attitudes towards hairloss and appearance in past generations compared to the present.
Celebrities opening up about their hairloss and the various treatments they are using to address it, including finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants, as well as the stigma surrounding male pattern baldness in Hollywood.
A user encouraged others experiencing hairloss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hairloss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hairloss, 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 hairloss.
A 22-year-old woman is experiencing genetic hairloss and has tried natural remedies like coconut oil and aloe vera without success. She seeks advice on whether to see a dermatologist or use treatments like Minoxidil (Rogaine) despite her parents' skepticism about professional help and chemical treatments.
Finasteride is essential for hairloss prevention, while minoxidil is optional. Additional treatments include a natural shampoo, a healthy diet, scalp massages, microneedling, laser therapy, and supplements like fish oils and biotin.
People often turn to natural remedies like saw palmetto and rosemary oil for hairloss, but these are not as effective as FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride, while others share positive experiences with it.
The conversation discusses a 17-year-old using finasteride to address early hair thinning, expressing pride in taking action to prevent hairloss. The user emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and shares experiences with the hairloss community.
A user discusses using a hemp inflammation cream for hairloss, noting it contains aloe vera, hemp extract, rosemary oil, glycerin, emu oil, menthol, and MSM, which are beneficial for hairloss. They consider using the cream instead of making their own topical treatment.
Someone who is starting to experience hairloss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.
ExistingAd915's 17 year journey of fighting hairloss, which included the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. He has seen positive results from his treatments, with an overall improvement in hair density.
User shared progress in treating hairloss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.
The user shared their personal experience with hairloss, hormone imbalances, and treatments including testosterone boosters, natural estrogen blockers, and DHEA. They suggest that low-dose finasteride and natural hormone therapy could reduce hairloss with fewer side effects.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
A woman has been struggling with hairloss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.
The conversation is about a person struggling with aggressive hairloss and feeling depressed, who has tried finasteride but is experiencing sexual side effects. Others suggest various treatments like reducing finasteride dosage, trying minoxidil, dermarolling, addressing health and hormonal issues, and accepting baldness.
A user shared their experience of getting 1400 hair grafts 5 months post-op with Dr. Vikram Jayaprakash, mentioning they have been using finasteride for 2.5 years. The responses include compliments on the results and questions about the cost and current treatments.
The post discusses potential links between low vitamin D levels and hairloss, and how correcting this might impact the effectiveness of Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments. The responses vary, with some suggesting that vitamin D deficiency would cause overall scalp hairloss, while others believe it would first affect the most sensitive areas.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hairloss. Some users report hairloss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.