A person considering finasteride for hairloss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.
User questions credibility of a hairloss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
The conversation discusses the potential of a new hairloss drug, CB-03-01, with users sharing their experiences and seeking advice on dosages and application methods. One user mentions using topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a clean diet for hair maintenance but is interested in CB-03-01 due to side effects from finasteride.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, which caused side effects and didn't yield satisfactory results. They eventually shaved their head, found it liberating, and encouraged others to embrace baldness.
A user is experiencing significant hairloss and stress, seeking advice on treatments. They are using Pura d'or shampoo and conditioner, biotin, and considering other options but are hesitant about treatments like Minoxidil due to the need for continuous use.
A 23-year-old male experienced sudden hairloss over six months, losing about 30% of his hair. Treatments include 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a vitamin pill; opinions on the cause vary between normal hairloss due to deficiencies and male pattern baldness.
The conversation discusses topical androgen receptor blockers for hairloss, mentioning Clascoterone, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and RU58841. Ketoconazole's effectiveness and application methods are also debated.
A user shared an 8-month hairloss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.
A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hairloss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.
The conversation discusses making a RU58841 solution for hairlossprevention and includes personal experiences with using RU58841 and minoxidil for hair regrowth, with a mention of monitoring health effects.
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hairloss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.
The conversation is about scalp massages for hairloss, with skepticism from users who suggest using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil instead. Users report no success with scalp massages and consider it a scam.
Botox injections on the scalp may help with hairloss, as one small study showed improvement in 8 out of 10 subjects. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Biotin supplements are considered ineffective for hairloss and are not supported by evidence. People in the conversation have mixed experiences, with some noting benefits for nails and skin but not hair, while others continue to use biotin as part of their vitamin regimen.
Creating a carrier solution for topical hairloss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topical finasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.
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.
This conversation is about how topical treatments for hairloss, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride, can be replaced by drinking oral versions of the same medications to achieve better results with less hassle. Some users have already been doing this with positive results.
The conversation discusses a last-resort hairloss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.
The user has been using minoxidil for hairloss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.
User discusses topical liposomal finasteride for hairloss, hoping to avoid breast growth side effect. Conversation includes using minoxidil, fluridil, and dermarolling, and mentions minimal systemic absorption of liposomal finasteride.
Considering a switch from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment, and the use of minoxidil as a last resort due to its effects on hair texture.
Breezula (clascoterone) and Formula 82F (topical finasteride) are treatments for hairloss that block DHT differently; Breezula competes with DHT at the hormone receptor site without systemic effects, while 82F inhibits the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Breezula may work for those who don't respond to finasteride and vice versa.
A person in their 20s is struggling with hairloss, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include self-improvement, therapy, hair transplants, and focusing on acceptance and confidence.
There have been no new effective hairloss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.
The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss but has seen no progress. Suggestions include trying Dutasteride, increasing Minoxidil dosage, or considering a hair transplant.
The conversation is about using topical melatonin or zix for hairloss without affecting hormones. The user is seeking advice on which treatment is more effective.
The DHT itch is linked to hairloss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hairloss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.