The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It also touches on a study involving zinc and L-arginine.
A user is concerned about using more minoxidil than prescribed to cover their hair loss area and mentions taking spironolactone pills. Another user advises against men taking oral spironolactone due to significant hormonal effects.
The user has been treating their hair loss with oral Minoxidil, Dutasteride twice a week, daily head massages, a mix of essential oils, and one round of Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP). They stopped micro-needling due to hair loss, and are seeking advice on their progress, with responses suggesting continued treatment, potential hair transplant, and resuming micro-needling.
The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.
User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.
Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hair loss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating thatthe hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.
A man saw improvement in hair loss after a year using 1mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, but reduced finasteride due to side effects. He switched to 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical finasteride twice daily, microneedling weekly, and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, but may stop minoxidil due to chest pains.
A user with diffuse thinning shares a tip for improving hair appearance by using a shea butter and coconut oil serum from Trader Joe's at night. They are on finasteride and considering adding minoxidil for better results.
A 29-year-old man experienced significant hair thickening atthe front and top after using finasteride and microneedling for two months, as noticed by his hairdresser. He used 0.5 mg/day of finasteride orally, switched to a topical solution, and performed microneedling with a Derminator2 every 6-7 days.
PP405 shows promise for reactivating hair follicles, with potential maintenance using 5AR inhibitors. Currenttreatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are effective but have limitations, and there is hope for more effective solutions in the future.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.
A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.
A 42-year-old man started using RU-58841 for hair loss and saw noticeable results after a month and a half, even his daughter observed hair growth. He did not use minoxidil or finasteride due to cost and is considering sharing pictures if improvement continues.
The discussion is about whether starting with 0.5mg of Dutasteride (Dut) is better than 1mg of Finasteride (Fin) for hair loss treatment. The consensus is that Dut is a more effective option with fewer side effects.
The conversation discusses the potential for Verteporfin to reduce scarring, making hairline lowering surgeries more viable for men with mild hair loss. The user suggests that if scarring can be minimized, men might opt for hairline lowering instead of using grafts for other areas.
User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.
User noticed hair thinning at 26 and used minoxidil for 2 years with slight improvement. Stopping minoxidil led to dramatic hair loss, and others shared similar experiences, suggesting minoxidil and finasteride should be used consistently for best results.
Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't wantto lower their DHTthrough treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.
Veradermics' new hair loss treatment, VDPHL01, is likely a modified release oral minoxidil, which has received $75 million in funding for clinical trials. Despite skepticism about investing in a known treatment, some believe it could offer improved efficacy and reduced side effects.
Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism abouttheir effectiveness.
A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride during pregnancy. The user continues with oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, and pyrilutamide.
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 is about switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Users shared mixed experiences with side effects and effectiveness, with some preferring to stick with finasteride if it's working.
Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risk profiles despite Dutasteride blocking more types of 5AR in the brain. Some users report no mood issues with either drug, and it is suggested that Dutasteride's larger molecular size may limit its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier.
The conversation is about a user feeling hopeless due to hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and OM for over a year. Responses suggesttherapy, self-improvement, and changing perspectives on appearance.
The conversation is about someone using topical dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, and they are seeking opinions on potential hair regrowth shown in a photo. Respondents agree thatthere is some progress.
The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.