A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.
A 23-year-old male was using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily, 10% minoxidil twice daily for 4-5 months then once daily, and vitamin D for a month for hair loss treatment but saw a decline in results. It's suggested that the decline may be due to reducing minoxidil application to once a day and a doctor's visit is recommended for further advice.
A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.
A 27-year-old man saw significant hair regrowth after starting a regimen in January that included topical minoxidil with finasteride, vitamins D and B12, fish oil, zinc with magnesium, quitting smoking, and intermittent fasting. People commented on the effectiveness of minoxidil in Southern populations and asked about the details and timeline of his treatment.
The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.
The conversation suggests considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with one person stating dutasteride is superior and another advising to wait at least 6 months before making a change. A third person asks for more details, implying it might be too soon to switch.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.
A user claims to see hair quality improvement after 11 days on Finasteride, but others are skeptical, noting hair doesn't grow that fast and suggesting factors like lighting can affect appearance. They recommend taking consistent photos over time to track actual progress.
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.
The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hair loss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.
The user shared progress pictures after using Minoxidil and oral Finasteride for eight months to treat hair loss. They experienced significant hair regrowth, and the discussion includes various opinions on the necessity and effectiveness of these treatments.
A user reports hair regrowth at the temples after starting 0.33g of finasteride every other day in January, combined with weekly microneedling sessions. They experienced sexual side effects at higher doses, which improved with a lower dose and supplements like broccoli extract and l-citrulline.
A user experiencing severe shedding after starting 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss is seeking advice from others. Another user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil, suggesting that initial shedding can be a good sign and encouraging persistence with the treatment.
The user has been taking 1.25mg of oral minoxidil and 1mg of finasteride for a year and added topical minoxidil in January. They noticed hair improvement but are experiencing uneven regrowth, with the hairline improving and the middle part worsening.
The user has been using homemade topical finasteride for over 2 years with no side effects and Rogaine foam, considering a hair transplant in a year. They are contemplating whether to continue the current treatment, switch to oral finasteride with or without RU58841, and are unsure about potential side effects of oral medication.
A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hair transplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.
The conversation discusses whether age affects the side effects and effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Some believe early treatment yields better results, while others mention varied outcomes across ages and personal regrowth experiences without a clear consensus on age impact.
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.
The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users combining them with oral treatments. Users share their experiences and opinions on effectiveness, cost, and convenience, with mixed views on whether topical or oral applications are superior.
A man, 26 years old, showed significant hair regrowth after 6 months using only Finasteride, with before and after photos for comparison. Many users expressed surprise at the effectiveness of Finasteride and some planned to start or had already started the treatment, while the original poster reported no side effects.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is not a treatment for male pattern baldness but can accelerate hair growth and thicken miniaturized hairs, with the side effect of increased hair growth all over the body. The user asks others to share their experiences with MSM.
A user is starting treatment for hair loss with topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and is considering adding topical latanoprost but is unsure about the application frequency and method for latanoprost. They are seeking advice from others with experience using these treatments.
A 40-year-old man shared a 9-month update on his hair loss treatment, which includes 1.25mg finasteride, 8% minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamins, with no significant side effects. He has seen improvement in his hair growth and has stopped wearing hats as a result.
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.
The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but stopped minoxidil due to scalp issues and tinnitus. They experienced testicular pain, shedding, and side effects like itchy chest and watery sperm, but noticed considerable hair regrowth except at the temples.
The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hair loss.
A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.
A user underwent a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul, which included 900 beard grafts, after previously using finasteride with limited success. The procedure cost £4500, including transport and aftercare in both Istanbul and the UK.