Treatments for hairloss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laserand light-based therapies, oralsupplements, intralesionalsteroids, and new drugslike finasterideand minoxidil.
A 22-year-old woman isexperiencing genetic hairlossand has tried naturalremedieslike coconut oiland aloe vera without success. Sheseeksadvice on whether to seea dermatologist or use treatmentslike Minoxidil (Rogaine) despite herparents' skepticism about professional helpand chemical treatments.
Various treatments for malepattern baldness including Minoxidil, Finasteride/Dutasteride, hairsystems, and oralanti-androgenssuch asSpironolactoneand Flutamide. It also mentions dermarolling asapossible treatment in conjunction with minoxidil.
The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil tabletsand compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considerssplitting the tablets to achievea 500mg dose.
A userexperienced severe hairlossafterstopping Accutaneand is concerned about using Minoxidil due to anxiety and doubtsabout itseffectiveness. They areseeking advice on whether the hairloss willresolve on its own and if they should expect recovery soon.
The user had lab work done to check for thyroid issuesand other factorsrelated to hairloss. They areseeking advice on which lab resultsare important for understanding hairlossand what the optimallevelsshould be.
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concernsabout long-term sideeffectsand cost, and isexploring alternativeslike zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazoleshampoo.
Amazon willsellaffordable finasteride, with users comparing prices from varioussourceslike Costco and Mark Cuban'spharmacy. Some usersalso discuss the benefits of dutasteride for hair thickness.
The userexperienced significant hairregrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormonereplacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initialscalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.
A user tried various hair growth treatments, including drinking topical minoxidil, using oral minoxidiland finasteride, and applying GHK-Cu, growth hormonepeptides, and liposomalsulforaphane. They experienced thicker hair, while others discussed therisksand benefits of these methods.
A 28-year-old experienced significant hairregrowth over four months using 1mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and Nizoralshampoo. The userreported no sideeffectsexcept occasional dandruff and emphasized the importance of consistent application.
Start hairloss treatmentsearly for best results. Finasteride, Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and microneedling are commonly used, with some usersexperiencing sideeffects but often regretting delayed treatment.
Aperson in their 20s isstruggling with hairloss, using treatmentslike minoxidiland finasteride. Suggestions includeself-improvement, therapy, hair transplants, and focusing on acceptanceand confidence.
Combining finasterideand dutasteride may enhance hairregrowth by targeting different enzymes, with positiveresultsreported. Minoxidil, both oraland topical, isalso used to improveeffectiveness.
Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hairregrowth, with similarsideeffects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidiland finasteride for betterresults, but thereare concernsabout long-term effectivenessand availability.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasterideand minoxidilare used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
The userexperienced worsening hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.
There is concern about apotential ban on finasteride in theEU, but many believe it is unlikely unlessserioussideeffectsare found. Usersrely on finasteride for hairlossand other health benefits, and apetition has been created to opposeany restrictions.
Finasteride increased the user'sestrogen levels by 51%, causing concernsabout gynecomastiaand sleep issues. Despitepotentialsideeffects, the userprefers continuing finasteride to prevent hairloss, considering it essential forself-esteem.
Participants want to maintain hair untilat least age 30, using treatmentslike finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hairlossremainsa concern, with some considering hair transplants.
Key treatments for hairpreservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional optionslikespecific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-levellaser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
Finasterideand minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Usersreport significant hairregrowth even afterlong periods of baldness.
Alcohol-based minoxidilabsorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasterideshowspromise but needs moreresearch; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) iseffective with fewersideeffects. IngredientslikeProcapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos havelimited evidence; ketoconazoleshampoo can help when used 2-3 timesa week with other treatments.
Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil isrisky; saw palmetto islesseffective than finasteride or dutasteride for hairloss.
A new hairloss treatment using dermalexosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discusspotential human trialsand compare it to Minoxidiland Finasteride.
The conversation humorously discusses hairloss treatmentslike Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and theireffects on hairand muscle gains. Users debateeffectivenessand sideeffects, mixing scientific approaches with jokes.
A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hairloss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revitashampoo. Hesaw significant improvement, especially with minoxidiland dermarolling, and stressed consistency.
Being overweight may increase finasteridesideeffects due to higheraromataseactivity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce thesesideeffects.