A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.
People often turn to natural remedies like saw palmetto and rosemary oil for hair loss, but these are not as effective as FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride, while others share positive experiences with it.
The conversation discusses the anticipation and skepticism around the release of GT20029 for hair loss treatment. The original poster has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil but is hopeful for GT20029, while others express doubts about its timely release and suggest alternatives like KX826 and hair transplants.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users agree these treatments help maintain hair but don't guarantee miraculous regrowth, emphasizing early intervention for best results.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hair growth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hair growth if needed.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth after 7 months of using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil. The user also noted improved beard growth.
The conversation discusses whether 2.5mg of dutasteride or 200mg of testosterone weekly is more influential in preventing hair loss, with various personal experiences indicating that the effectiveness is dependent on the individual's genetic profile. Some users report that dutasteride is likely to be more effective at the given doses.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness and safety of hair loss treatments, specifically RU58841 and Pyrilutimide (Pyril), with users sharing that Pyril was no more effective than a placebo and expressing concerns about the safety of RU58841 based on personal experiences and the lack of pharmaceutical interest.
The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.
Users discussed the convenience and effectiveness of Hims Fin+Min chewable tablets for hair loss. Some believe it's overpriced compared to traditional oral finasteride and minoxidil, while others find it more convenient and potentially more effective.
A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.
The user "jsonparquet" shared their 11-month progress using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Nizoral for hair loss. Other users expressed amazement and suggested waiting another year before considering a hair transplant. One user shared their own experience of slow but steady gains over 3 years using a regimen of topical finasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Some users have had positive results with DUT, while others have experienced negative effects. Different opinions and experiences are shared, including the mention of Ashton Kutcher using DUT for 20 years without problems.
The conversation discusses the risks and methods of ingesting liquid minoxidil for hair loss. Concerns include dosing accuracy, safety of ingredients, and potential side effects compared to using oral minoxidil tablets.
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hair loss 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 the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.
The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.
User Salty-Peace-577 experienced hair regrowth after 3 months on 0.5mg oral Finasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil. Others in the conversation expressed surprise at the quick results and discussed the effects of these treatments.
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
User doubts oral minoxidil's effectiveness after a month of use and shedding. Few people provide photo evidence of success, and some combine it with other treatments, making it hard to determine its effectiveness alone.
A user's experience with early balding and their regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitamin D, and biotin to treat it. Another user asked if the minoxidil had helped with regrowth before they started using it.
A 23-year-old male started taking biotin and 1 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss. Others wished him luck and advised staying away from negative forum posts about finasteride.
The conversation is about skepticism regarding hair growth results after 4 months of using finasteride and minoxidil. Many users doubt the authenticity of the progress pictures, suggesting the hair growth is too rapid to be real.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with no side effects reported. They noted improved social interactions and emphasized the importance of consistency in treatment.
A user experienced no reduction in DHT levels after 8 months of finasteride, despite initial improvement in hair loss. They are considering switching to dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.
The conversation discusses a person successfully using a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, and other treatments for hair loss, resulting in significantly improved hair. Despite some criticism, many admire his dedication to health and anti-aging research.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth and thickness after one year of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil Foam. They mentioned regrowing hair on their temples and achieving the thickest hair since high school.
A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.
The user "Specialist_Let_9455" shared their positive results after 6 months of using finasteride for hair loss. They plan to continue using finasteride for one year before considering other treatments.
Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.