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Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

Hair loss discussion includes broccoli sprouts treatment, Fluridil 7%, and sulforaphane, with mixed results. Finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are preferred by some users.

A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.

A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, 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.

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.

A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.

A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hair loss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.

A user stopped finasteride due to side effects and rapid hair loss, considering a hair system. Others suggested alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and topical finasteride.

A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hair loss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.

The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.

A user experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They're considering trying dutasteride or shaving their head if the situation doesn't improve.

User starts final hair loss regimen with various treatments and plans to leave subreddit for mental health. Others believe user's hair is fine and the regimen is unnecessary and potentially harmful.

The use of PRP to treat hair loss and its potential effectiveness when combined with 5 alpha reductase blockers such as Minoxidil or Finasteride.

A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.

User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hair loss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.

A 16-year-old is experiencing severe hair thinning and wants to start finasteride but is advised to wait until at least 20. In the meantime, minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.

The user reported hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and dermapen, considering adding finasteride. Others shared experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, recommending finasteride for long-term results but noting potential side effects.

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.

Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.

Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hair loss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.

User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hair loss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.