Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.
A user with early-stage diffuse hair thinning asked for long-term success stories using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. One person regained most of their hair after 22 months on finasteride and minoxidil, while another saw significant improvement with oral minoxidil after trying various treatments over many years.
A user stopped using 5% minoxidil and finasteride despite positive results to focus on enjoying life withoutthe stress of hair care. They prioritize personal happiness and acceptance over hair maintenance.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
A user's 11-month progress withhair loss treatment using Finasteride 1mg and Minoxidil 5%. The user is happy withthe significanthairline regrowth and increased density, and is considering dermarolling for further improvement.
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplanthas held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized withtopical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
A user's experience withtreating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as advice from other users thatthey should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated withtopical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, lighttherapy, and camouflaging agents.
Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
Finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained cheaply through Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Costco's Kirkland brand, respectively, costing about $7.53/month combined. Amazon's RXPass and virtual visits at Dr. B. offer additional savings.
Clinical studies by Dr. Barghouthi and Dr. Bloxham indicate that Verteporfin, when used with FUE and FUThair transplantation methods, shows promise in hair follicle regeneration and minimal scarring due to its ability to inhibit Yes-associated protein (YAP). Microneedling at depths of 3-3.5mm, combined with Verteporfin, could potentially reactivate dormant follicles, althoughthe optimal dosage and application method are still under investigation. Concerns remain aboutthe DHT sensitivity of regenerated follicles, highlighting the need for further researchto optimize trauma levels and Verteporfin concentrations to achieve effective and scar-free hair regeneration.
A user has been experiencing hair loss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.
The conversation is about a user who got a perm after successfully treating their thinning hair, with mixed reactions from others on the appearance. Specific treatments used are not mentioned.
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users reporthair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggestthe issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
The conversation is aboutthe role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of differenttreatments. 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 notthe primary cause of hair loss.
The user "deadstroke56" shared their progress using topical minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. Other users praised their progress and asked aboutthe brand and regimen used.
Rating treatments for hair loss, withthe help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.
A user's 6-month journey to treattheir hair loss using 1mg finasteride twice daily, topical minoxidil, vitamin D3, keto diet, and microneedling. They experienced shedding atthe end of month 3 buthave seen progress in recent months despite this.
A user's personal hair loss progress withtreatments, including finasteride (1.25mg), minoxidil, needling, and Nizoral; and advice from other users on how to perform the needling correctly.
A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing withhair loss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.
Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also supporthair health.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing withhair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.