Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.
The user has been using finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for almost 3 years for hair loss, and has seen some maintenance of hair but not significant regrowth. Suggestions from others include switching to dutasteride, trying oral minoxidil, and considering microneedling or hair fibers for better appearance.
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
A user who buzzed their hair, raising their confidence. Other users suggested trying finasteride to thicken the existing hair or using hair systems as an alternative. Additionally, toppik was suggested as a way to fill in thinning areas.
Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.
A 19-year-old male switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is experiencing increased nipple sensitivity and a small lump, raising concerns about gynecomastia. Suggestions include slowing the transition, checking hormone levels, and considering an aromatase inhibitor.
After 8 months of using topical finasteride, hair miniaturization continues, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Microneedling is suggested as a possible complementary treatment.
User asks if Ashwagandha causes hair loss while using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Replies suggest Ashwagandha may increase shedding, but raising testosterone within normal levels likely won't significantly affect hair loss.
Breezula (clascoterone) initially performed better than finasteride for hair loss but then effectiveness decreased almost back to baseline after 6 months, raising questions about its strength.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
The conversation is a satirical poem about hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, RU58841, hair transplants, and derma rolling. The user also shares their personal regimen, which includes Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, Ketoconazole shampoo, Fluridil, and Cetirizine, along with monthly microneedling.
Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) and Finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. Users share varied experiences, with some finding DUT more effective and others experiencing side effects or no change, highlighting that individual responses can vary.
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.
Sunburns on the scalp can cause permanent hair loss, especially for those using Tretinoin or Tacrolimus. Wearing UPF 50+ hats is recommended to protect against UV radiation.
The user has been using Multi-Peptide and Biotin serums for hair loss and is considering starting Fin and Minoxidil. They are seeking feedback on any visible improvement between May and June.
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 hair loss treatments.
A 10 month update on the effectiveness of a hair loss treatment regimen involving minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling and nizoral. Questions were asked about using minoxidil alone, dermaroller length, age, and when results were seen.
A user shared a blog post by "swissTemples" claiming to have reversed hair loss using a combination of treatments including suppressing PGD2 and increasing PGE2. The user noted that "swissTemples" has been banned from forums, possibly due to conflicts of interest.
A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.
Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.
Before getting a hair transplant, it's crucial to research and understand that ongoing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil are necessary to maintain results. Concerns were raised about Turkish clinics, including overharvesting grafts, lack of regulations, and discouraging finasteride use.
The method combines finasteride, minoxidil, intense leg exercises, and cold exposure to treat androgenetic alopecia. It aims to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, enhancing hair growth.
A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oral minoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hair transplant.
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.
People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hair loss and some experienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hair loss treatment.
The user is seeking advice for the best topical treatment to combat their ongoing hair loss, despite already using oral dutasteride, RU-58841, and minoxidil. They are considering adding CB-03-01 or topical Spiro to their regimen to lower testosterone levels at the follicles.
The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.