User seeks treatment to increase minoxidil efficacy. Suggestions include microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Tretinoin, with mixed experiences and side effects.
A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hair loss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.
The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but isstill experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.
A user asks about the appropriate zinc dosage to offset side effects while taking 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Responsessuggest zinc has a minor effect on hormones compared to finasteride.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily and recently added minoxidil 5% to address remaining gaps. They reported no significant side effects, attributing any perceived changes to weight fluctuations rather than the medication.
A 23-year-old male has been using 1.25 mg generic finasteride daily for 8 months and isseeing significant hair regrowth, particularly in the crown area. He is considering adding minoxidil to his regimen but is unsure if the improvement is due to the medication or just longer hair.
OP used oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil but saw significant improvement only after adding PRP treatments. PRP sessions every 4 months maintained the results, though it is expensive.
The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.
Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hair loss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.
A user shared their 3-month experience with oral Minoxidil and nearly a year on finasteride, asking if a hair transplant might still be needed. Responses varied from congratulatory remarks on visible improvement to advice on sticking with treatments despite initial shedding.
The user experienced hair regrowth after 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, 2 weeks of dermatolling, and possibly tretinoin. They also noted improved mental health and reduced weight training.
The conversation humorously criticizes The Beatles for having more hair in old age than the user at 20. It includes mentions of finasteride and dutasteride as hair loss treatments.
The conversation is about creating a topical melatonin treatment for hair loss. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is taking 2.5mg of oral Minoxidil and using Rosemary and Peppermint oil for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported. They are considering increasing the dosage to 5mg after three months and have been advised to include a dermaroller in their routine.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and isseeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.
Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while otherssee no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.
The conversation is about individualssharing their experiences with hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for a year. Some users report similar hair types and improvements, while one asks about dosage.
The conversation compares Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, discussing their effectiveness and side effects. Usersshare personal results and consider combining treatments like Dutasteride with RU58841.
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.
The post discusses the high cost of hair loss treatments from companies like Keeps and Roman, and suggests cheaper alternatives like GoodRx. Usersshare their experiences with different providers, costs, and methods of obtaining finasteride, a common hair loss treatment.
User asks if Ashwagandha causes hair loss while using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Repliessuggest Ashwagandha may increase shedding, but raising testosterone within normal levels likely won't significantly affect hair loss.
User shared before and after photos of hair regrowth using Dutasteride 5x a week for 19 months. They experienced significant improvement and thanked others for their support.
This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil to treat hair loss for two weeks, and experienced an intense shed. The replies offer advice on how to manage their shedding, such asshaving their head or using Finasteride, and encouragement that the results will be worth it in the end.
The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studiesshowing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well asself-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.
A user preparing to start finasteride for hair loss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hair loss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Conversation focuses on foods with sufficient procyanidin b2, such as dark chocolate and apples, and the required dosage.