A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.
A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hair loss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.
Diffuse hair loss is often linked to genetics but can also be due to health issues like thyroid problems and low vitamin or iron levels. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some seeing improvements after addressing health issues.
A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hair loss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned aboutthe lump and plan to stop the treatment.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
Minoxidil increases hair count despite high prolactin being linked to hair loss. Blocking DHT is effective, but not always necessary; HMI-115 is a promising treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
A user's decision to shave their head after experiencing hair loss since the age of 17, and discussion around the potential use of Fin for treating hair loss.
A user shared their hormone levelsto gauge if they can use finasteride for hair loss without issues. Their hormone levels are mostly within the reference ranges.
User discusses frustration with hair loss treatments and lack of progress. Emphasizes importance of measuring blood hormone levelsto understand treatment effectiveness and side effects.
The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is thatthe user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.
The conversation discusses preventative hair care measures for hair loss, focusing on non-prescription treatments like rosemary, peppermint, castor oils, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also touches on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for those experiencing hair loss.
People discussed using vitamin D supplements for hair loss, with some also using steroid injections, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and zinc. Despite supplementation, one user noted no improvement in hair condition, but acknowledged the general health benefits of addressing vitamin D deficiency.
Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convertto estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.
A 20-year-old male currently using topical minoxidil 5% is considering starting finasteride 1mg due to elevated hormone levels. He seeks advice on whether to adjust anything before beginning finasteride.
The user is seeking opinions on their hair loss, specifically the receding of their righttemple. They are considering switching to Dutasteride but are unsure if it will help. Other users suggestthattheir hairline has improved with the use of Finasteride and Minoxidil. One user mentions using RU58841 to thicken their hairline.
Exercise has minimal impact on hair loss, with weight lifting slightly increasing DHT and cardio potentially decreasing it. Finasteride and dutasteride are effective treatments for managing hair loss, even for those who exercise regularly.
Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
A user regrets not starting hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 sooner. Others comment on hair loss patterns and concerns about side effects.
The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
The conversation is about a person's slow progress in treating hair loss using finasteride, microneedling, testosterone replacementtherapy, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil. They experienced a significant hair shed after adding dutasteride.
After years of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success, the individual decided to shave their head and stop treatment. They considered scalp micropigmentation and hair systems but ultimately accepted their hair loss.
The conversation discusses using Actifolic tretinoin to enhance the absorption of Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It questions the amount of tretinoin to use and whether to apply it before or after Minoxidil.
RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.
The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.
The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, buttheir hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplantto improve their hairline.
A user shared a 1.5-year hair loss treatment progress using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil, planning to switch to oral Minoxidil and considering adding RU58841. They saw gradual improvement, suspecting Finasteride as the main contributor since they might not respond to topical Minoxidil.