The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oralminoxidil, andtopicalminoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.
The conversation discusses how different factors can stimulate type 1 and type 2 isoforms of 5-alpha reductase, which are enzymes linked to hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include oral Dutasteride andtopical Finasteride.
User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, andtopical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.
The user tried finasteride for a year without success, then switched to dutasteride andoralminoxidil for 10 months, still experiencing hair loss. Adding RU58841 andtopicalminoxidil seemed to improve their condition, with new hair growth observed.
Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oralminoxidiland finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.
User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily andtopical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.
A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects andoral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
The user discusses switching from multiple vitamins to a single multivitamin pill. They also mention using oral finasteride andtopicalminoxidil with finasteride for hair loss treatment.
A man saw improvement in hair loss after a year using 1mg finasteride daily andminoxidil twice daily, but reduced finasteride due to side effects. He switched to 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical finasteride twice daily, microneedling weekly, and 2.5mg oralminoxidil, but may stop minoxidil due to chest pains.
The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.
The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oral finasteride, oralminoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.
The user improved their hair loss using finasteride, switched to dutasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, and changed from topical to oralminoxidil, resulting in thicker hair, eyebrows, beard, and body hair. Commenters are impressed with the transformation, some mistaking the before and after photos for different people, and the user reports no side effects from the treatments.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various doses of Dutasteride in reducing scalp DHT and its impact on hair count. Users shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, andMinoxidil, with one reporting significant hair loss reduction using a combination of oral Dutasteride andtopicalMinoxidiland Finasteride.
The conversation is about finding effective hair loss treatments without using finasteride or dutasteride. Suggested treatments include topicalminoxidil, oralminoxidil, microneedling, PRP, and RU58841.
User shared 1-year progress on Fin 1 mg, switching to 0.4 mg Dut andoral 1.25 mg Min. Good results with Fin, biotin supplement, and biotin shampoo; trying Dut andoral Min for potential better results.
User "mynameisbogus" shares 2-month progress using Dut, Min, Oral Min, Keto, Dermarolling, and Retinol for hair loss at age 40. Others discuss impressive results and potential for full hair regrowth.
A user had their first dutasteride mesotherapy session in Spain to recover hair on the temple area, with plans for monthly sessions and continued use of topicalMinoxidil. If no results are seen in 8 months, they will switch to oralMinoxidiland finasteride.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride andminoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride andminoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
Oralminoxidil is considered more effective for hair regrowth than topicalminoxidil, but it carries higher risks. Combining microneedling with topicalminoxidil can enhance absorption, but oralminoxidil with microneedling shows significant results.
The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazole shampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.
Using topicalMinoxidil (Kirkland 5%) to treat thinning hair, with some users reporting positive results and others not seeing any effect. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and adapalene gel.
30 y/o male started balding at 22, began treatment at 29 using oral dut, oral min, derma rolling, nizoral shampoo, and considering low level light therapy. Plans to monitor progress for 1-2 years and may get hair transplant or use hair system if needed.
Oralminoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hair growth, with some experiencing increased body hair.
The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topical finasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.
Some individuals do not respond to oralminoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, AdamC11, has been using finasteride (0.5mg daily) andtopicalminoxidil for 2.5 years and has seen good progression and maintenance with no negative effects. They plan to continue with their current treatments as long as their hair holds, and will consider more potent treatments if they start losing ground.
User made progress with topical Finasteride/Minoxidilandtopical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
Topical treatments like minoxidiland finasteride are preferred for hair loss due to ease of use and natural appearance. Hair systems are considered high-maintenance and less genuine.
The user has been using topicalminoxidiland dermarolling for hair regrowth but is hesitant to start finasteride due to potential side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride for better results in addressing DHT-related hair loss.