User shared 2-year finasteride results, showing maintenance without regrowth or further recession. Experienced ball ache for a month, but no other side effects.
Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.
User DeadRay9 reports good progress on finasteride and ketoconazole, with irregular microneedling. They take 1.25mg finasteride, experienced increased libido, and saw improvements at 3-5 months.
A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.
Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
A user's 3-month progress on minoxidil and finasteride, getting amazing results and offering advice to others considering the treatments. Replies include other users sharing their own successes with these treatments and encouraging EmptyPin to keep it up.
The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping, and started HRT 4 months ago but feels discouraged about progress. Other users see significant improvement and offer encouragement.
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
A user who has been using Pyrilutamide for 5 months with no results, and other users suggesting they switch to RU58841 or stick to their treatment plan for at least one year.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, dermarolling 1.5mm once per week and ketoconazole 2% shampoo for 2.5 months. Other users have suggested that the user should also use finasteride in order to maintain their results.
Minoxidil may cause facial aging or wrinkles, though opinions vary. Some users report side effects like dark circles and facial bloating, while others attribute changes to genetics or other factors.
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.
Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.
Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® showed better results in parietal-vertex regions for less advanced female patternhairloss compared to Minoxidil 5%. MMP® with Minoxidil can improve the quality of life for these patients.
Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.
A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hairloss for three years due to a vitamin D deficiency and has seen no improvement after 3.5 months of taking supplements. Another person suggested that if the hairloss follows a pattern, it might be regular baldness rather than due to the deficiency.
Hairloss treatments for female pattern baldness, with the user focusing on wigs as an effective solution; they also discussed the difference between cheap and real wigs, and the importance of returning to confidence and self-esteem when tackling alopecia.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hairloss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.
A user has been experiencing hairloss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
Procyanidin B2, a compound derived from Annurca apples, as a potential treatment for patternhairloss. Several clinical studies were mentioned, which found that procyanidin B2 could increase hair growth, density, and keratin content. Other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 were not discussed.
The effectiveness of microneedling as a hairloss treatment, with evidence from studies and anecdotal accounts from other users. It is suggested that combining microneedling with minoxidil or finasteride may be more effective than using microneedling alone, although some people have had success using only microneedling.
The conversation discusses the importance of early action in various aspects of life such as healthy eating, skincare, fitness, sleep, financial planning, and career development to prevent future health issues, regret, and financial hardship. Specific treatments mentioned include using sunscreen and tretinoin for anti-aging skincare.
A user's experience of slowing hairloss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
A user shared before and after photos of their hairloss treatment using Finasteride. The treatment showed significant improvement after 8 months of daily use.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hairloss treatments.
Hairloss discussion mentions using estrogen mixed with growth stimulants like oral minoxidil for scalp hair growth. Idea proposed for an artificial SARM-estrogen that only affects hair without body side effects.
A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hairloss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hairloss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.