Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hairloss treatments.
User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hairloss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.
The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hairloss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.
User shares positive experience with Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil for hairloss treatment. Others discuss personal experiences and hairloss impact on self-esteem and appearance.
A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hairloss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hairloss treatments such as minoxidil.
A 34 year old female with androgenic alopecia who has tried treatments such as Spironolactone, Desogen, Minoxidil and Finasteride in order to address her hairloss. It also details the experiences of other women taking Spironolactone for Female Pattern HairLoss (FPHL).
Progress (in a good way). How often did you take biotin?
KarensAnon: I took biotin once daily.
KarensAnon has made 3-month progress with the use of Minoxidil foam, 0.5mm micro-needling weekly, and biotin to combat hairloss which had started at age 19. They plan to further their treatment by adding finasteride soon.
A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hairloss.
A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.
A hair journey of someone who started using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dutasteride to treat their Androgenic Alopecia. The user reported successful results with the medication, including compliments from strangers.
A 28 year old male experiencing diffuse thinning, chronic dandruff and scalp crust (seborrheic dermatitis), with replies discussing the use of topical fin for hormone imbalances and Nizoral for seb derm.
The post and conversation discuss using coconut oil and castor oil for hair regrowth over 1.5 years. Some users suggest using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for better results, while others prefer natural oils to avoid side effects.
A 30-year-old male saw significant hair regrowth after 8 months using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. He experienced no side effects from finasteride and credited his success to this regimen.
The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hair growth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Smile Hair Clinic, using treatments like oral finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. They reported no side effects, significant improvement in hair density, and satisfaction with the results.
Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.
Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.
The conversation discusses why some men with hair transplants choose certain hairstyles that may reveal their surgery, while others, like Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), opt for styles that conceal it. Specific treatments mentioned include hair transplants, minoxidil, and finasteride.
The user started experiencing hair thinning in November and began using a specific shampoo and conditioner about two weeks ago, but noticed quicker thinning since starting the product. They are questioning if the product could cause initial shedding before promoting hair regrowth, similar to how finasteride works.
A 21 year old man who had a hair transplant 8 months prior and is now more confident due to the results, as well as taking finasteride 3x per week, minoxidil topically and orally, and microneedling; it also includes advice from others on how to further improve his results.
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In this conversation, users discussed the risks of drinking topical minoxidil and suggested alternative treatments such as obtaining a prescription for oral minoxidil or finasteride.
Vitamin D may counteract DHT and help with hair growth, as seen in mice and human hair cultures. Some users discuss using Vitamin D, magnesium, and other supplements for hair health, while others humorously note the success in mice.
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.
User experienced hair thickening and slight regrowth using RU58841, Fin, DUT, and Minoxidil. They plan to get a hair transplant in Turkey for further improvement.
User got first hair system and feels confident. Cost $200, attached at hairclub for $150, considering $400 monthly membership for weekly visits and new system monthly.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.
A popular streamer got a hair transplant in NY, sponsored by the clinic. Some users discussed the quality of the transplant and the use of medications like Minoxidil and finasteride.
User hides baldness with side hair growth, others suggest it looks good but may not work in all conditions. Some recommend starting treatment or considering a hair transplant.