The user experienced hair thinning despite using finasteride and switched to a ketoconazole shampoo without sulfates to address scalpitching and dandruff. They hope this will stop further hair thinning.
User shared their four-month hair regrowth journey using minoxidil twice daily and low-dose finasteride. They reported noticeable improvement, mild scalpitchiness, and advised caution with hair bleaching.
A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalpitch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed side effects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.
A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalpitch.
A 31-year-old with diffuse thinning experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly 5 months on Finasteride 0.75mg MWF. Despite initial side effects like testicle pain and reduced sex drive, these issues resolved, and positive effects included reduced nighttime urination and scalpitching.
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalpitchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalpitch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
A user's 8-month progress on finasteride for hair loss treatment, with plans to continue for a full year. The user experienced initial shedding and scalpitch, which subsided, leading to hair growth. Other users discussed the necessity of continuous treatment to maintain results.
Tae147 has shared results of using pyrilutamide, a 5% concentration topical solution applied twice daily, in combination with minoxidil, to reduce scalpitchiness and hair shedding. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatment, as well as questions about its availability on the market.
People's experiences with Pyrilutamide as a hair loss treatment, including anecdotal evidence of regrowth and reduced scalpitch when used in conjunction with Finasteride and Minoxidil.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalpitching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
The conversation is about a group of people trying KX-826 for hair loss, with no serious side effects reported after 25 days of use. Some participants are experiencing less scalpitch and shedding, but it's too early for definitive results.
A 26-year-old male experienced positive results using 1mg Finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with reduced shedding and scalpitch. He reported no significant side effects and recommends early treatment for those in the initial stages of hair loss.
A user experienced continuous hair shedding for six months after using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They switched to minoxidil gel and oral finasteride 1 mg due to scalpitchiness and are seeking advice on their situation.
DutchFella1993 has been using a lotion with finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth with some success and is considering using ketoconazole shampoo daily to reduce scalpitchiness. There's concern about the harshness of daily shampooing and twice-daily lotion application, and one reply suggests that daily use of ketoconazole may damage hair and questions its effectiveness, while also noting that once-daily minoxidil application is sufficient.
A user from China is participating in a clinical trial for Pyrilutamid, a potential hair loss treatment originally developed for prostate cancer. They've experienced no side effects except initial scalpitchiness, and will share results after the year-long trial.
The user started a hair care routine using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 2ml of 5% minoxidil, and 4.5mg of cetirizine topically to address hair loss. They plan to provide updates and are also interested in cetirizine's potential to reduce scalpitching and redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
A user tried various treatments for hair loss, including Metanx, Nizoral, hair transplants, and scalp massages, with limited success. They recently experimented with Botox injections in the scalp, which significantly reduced scalpitch and shedding, though it's too early to see regrowth.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalpitchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
A user is 8 months into treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and pyrilutamide, but feels their condition is worsening. They are considering increasing their finasteride dosage due to aggressive hair loss and are experiencing scalpitchiness.
Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.
The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.
User has been on Fin for 6 years and shares 4 years of progress pictures, noticing less dense and itchy hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist, considering Dutasteride and Minoxidil, checking bloodwork, and evaluating lifestyle factors.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.
Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.
Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.
A 47-year-old user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment results using a Fin/Min spray and weekly dermarolling. They experienced scalp irritation with other products but found success with the Hims Fin/Min spray, noting improvements around the 5th month.