A female user is experiencing hairloss from the root and dead ends, likely due to post-partum effects, ankylosing spondylitis, and low iron. She seeks advice on improving hair health before going fully blonde.
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hairloss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.
Hairloss in moms can be caused by hormonal changes, stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies. Solutions include hair toppers, Minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a healthy diet with supplements.
Bryan Johnson shared his hairloss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hairloss research.
User switched from Fin to Dut for better hairloss results, using 0.5mg Dut and 1ml Min daily. Some discuss potential side effects and benefits of Dut compared to Fin.
A 21-year-old started using topical minoxidil, finasteride (0.7 mg), and microneedling for hairloss treatment after beginning to bald at 18. They are eager to see the results after two months of treatment.
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This user experienced positive results from using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride, with no reported side effects after two months. Others have also shared their experiences with both short-term and long-term use of finasteride.
Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.
Hairloss discussion includes LLLT treatments and a satirical condition called PLLLTS, causing patients to resemble lighthouses and attract moths. Some users express concern about others taking the satire seriously.
A user named Medical_Opinion8120, a 23-year-old female, is experiencing hairloss potentially due to a past accutane course. She has tried minoxidil without success and is currently taking iron and zinc supplements.
The need for people to provide pictures when making claims about hair re-growth treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841; and how these treatments can be beneficial to those with hairloss in terms of regaining a sense of control.
The conversation discusses the appearance of hair transplants immediately after surgery, noting that scars will be covered as hair grows. The original poster underwent both FUT and FUE procedures.
A user shared progress pictures 12 months after a hair transplant and daily use of dutasteride. The conversation discusses the quality of comparison photos and the use of hair fibers.
User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant and starting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.
The post and conversation are about a hairloss treatment regimen involving 30% minoxidil cream nightly, 5% minoxidil in the mornings, finasteride, weekly 1.5 derma pen, daily 0.5 microneedling for minoxidil absorption, daily multivitamin with biotin, low-level laser therapy every other day, daily scalp massages, Hims shampoo, and daily coffee rinses. The user hopes for hair regrowth and plans to update in one year.
Using vitamin C in shampoo to adjust pH levels can improve hair health and reduce oiliness and dandruff. The user mixed vitamin C powder with conditioner, achieving positive results.
The user stopped using finasteride after two weeks due to gynecomastia symptoms and shared blood work results questioning if they indicate a cause for the side effects. The user is considering restarting finasteride and seeking advice on their blood work levels in relation to gynecomastia.
A user shared their 2.5-month progress using minoxidil (once daily), finasteride (0.25mg daily), dermarolling (twice a month), Nizoral (twice weekly), zinc, and biotin for hairloss. They are optimistic about maintaining and regrowing hair.
A user shared their 115-day progress in treating hairloss using 5% Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, biotin, microneedling, and collagen peptides. They reported visible improvement and no side effects from topical Finasteride, unlike the oral form.
The post discusses a hairloss treatment regime using Nizoral, a laser helmet, dermaroller, bentonite clay mask with essential oils, and ketoconazole shampoo. The user avoids finasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about side effects and pet safety.
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide or considering dutasteride instead of finasteride.
8 months posthair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.
User shared a 5-month progress update on using topical minoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, with microneedling and vitamins. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and increased the treatment to twice daily after month 4.
A user shared their 11-week post-op hair transplant results, noting they use only vitamins, not minoxidil or finasteride. Replies suggest starting finasteride to maintain results, with mixed opinions on the current progress.
A user shared their 2-month progress on hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and topical minoxidil with pyrilutamide. They reported seeing tiny hairs growing and no side effects from finasteride so far.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Dr. Resul Yaman Hair Clinic in Istanbul, including before and after photos. They are considering taking oral Minoxidil post-operation but are avoiding Finasteride due to side effects.
A user shared their experience of getting 1400 hair grafts 5 months post-op with Dr. Vikram Jayaprakash, mentioning they have been using finasteride for 2.5 years. The responses include compliments on the results and questions about the cost and current treatments.
The user shared their hair transplant progress, using saw palmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized olive oil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.