Search

everythinglearnresearchcommunity

for

Search:↓

A woman has been struggling with hair loss 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.

A 37-year-old who started losing hair in their early 20s tried minoxidil with little effect, then experienced more loss until 2023. They are now using a treatment including finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, saw palmetto shampoo, and micro needling, and are seeing early positive results.

The user is considering using topical dutasteride to prevent hair loss progression from Norwood 1 to Norwood 2 at age 25, and is concerned about the long-term effectiveness and potential shedding from the treatment. They are currently using a shampoo with caffeine, rosemary, and saw palmetto, and have noticed hair thinning and changes since age 20.

The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitamin D, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.

A 20 year old male discussing his hair loss regimen, which includes using topical dutasteride, rogaine, RU58841, minoxidil and Avodart pills as well as scalp massage, stabbing head with steak knife, counting shed hairs under a hair net and sending them to a lab for analysis. Suggestions from other users include scalping method and switching to saw palmetto and zinc supplements.

User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.

The user experienced worse hair after removing a wig system and has been using Hairband 82 Comfort Flex, Hair Max supplements, dermarolling, and a scalp massager for 4 months without clear results. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to shedding concerns and avoid finasteride due to side effects, preferring Saw Palmetto instead.

A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user inquires if RENU Biogen is a DHT inhibitor.

The conversation discusses dosing for 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil tablets and compares its DHT-lowering effects to finasteride. The user considers splitting the tablets to achieve a 500mg dose.

User is using a homemade topical treatment with .015% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and microneedling at .75mm depth. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo, various oils, and are considering increasing finasteride concentration due to mixed results.

The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.

The user is considering starting Minoxidil and is looking for a topical solution to combine with it. They are confused about which product to prioritize among options like RU58841, Pyrilutamide, FinaTopic, and DutaTopic.

The user shared their 11-month hair regrowth journey using 0.83mg finasteride, Minoxidil twice daily, random derma rolling, and occasional Ketoconazole showers. They reported significant improvement, moving from a Norwood scale of 5.5 to around 2.5-3, and encouraged consistency for results.

The conversation is about seeking advice on the potential benefits of two different hair sprays for hair loss, with a list of ingredients provided for each. Specific treatments were not discussed.

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users share experiences and support, mentioning that many people face hair thinning.

User considers adding Alfatradiol to their topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. Others discuss Alfatradiol as a weak estrogen and 5α-reductase inhibitor used for pattern hair loss in men and women.

The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.

A user reported that applying castor oil to their eyebrows for two weeks resulted in thicker hair and is considering using it on their scalp to thicken existing hair, not to stop balding. They do not expect it to cure male pattern baldness.

The conversation discusses a natural alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss, with users suggesting peppermint oil and rosemary oil as potential weaker substitutes.

The conversation is about hair loss treatments. Mentioned treatments include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and avodart.

The conversation discusses using flax seed gel to control hair loss. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.

The user plans to switch to oral finasteride and oral minoxidil due to insufficient results from PRP, topical minoxidil, and mild DHT inhibitors. They seek advice on purchasing these medications from My.India, questioning its trustworthiness.

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.

Dutasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with oral minoxidil showing mixed results. Some users report significant improvement with dutasteride and topical minoxidil, while others find oral minoxidil less effective.

The user shared impressive hair growth results after 7 months using a regimen of dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and biotin, alongside a healthy lifestyle. The conversation humorously discusses extreme and unconventional hair loss treatments, with many users expressing amazement and curiosity about the progress.

Nutrafol is criticized for misleading advertising, as it doesn't effectively regrow hair. Effective treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride.

Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.