community Is it true if you have inflammation on scalp meds won’t work?
Inflammation on the scalp can hinder hair regrowth and the effectiveness of treatments. The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, Selsun Blue, finasteride, and oral minoxidil.
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930-960 / 1000+ resultscommunity Help assure me- 100+ hairs lost post shower but don't brush between showers is normal, right?
The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitamin D, a multivitamin, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto.
community At what point do you just drop all meds when its obvious that they don't work?
The user has been on finasteride for over four years without noticeable results and recently added dutasteride and RU58841, but continues to experience hair loss. They are considering stopping all medications due to lack of effectiveness and side effects like extremely dry eyes from dutasteride.
community What if the prescribed amount of minoxidil doesn’t cover your whole “work” area?
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.
community Reasons why Topical worked but Oral Minoxidil didn’t?
Some people find topical minoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.
community Second shed and what I have learned (don't worry!)
A 25-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil for 9.5 months despite an initial shed and a second shedding phase lasting 3.5 months. They encourage others to persist with minoxidil treatment through shedding as regrowth can occur.
community Could topical min work if oral min didn’t?
The conversation is about whether topical Minoxidil could be effective for hair loss if oral Minoxidil did not work, considering the addition of microneedling and tretinoin. The user has tried oral Minoxidil for over a year without results and is seeking advice on alternative treatments.
community What can I use to prepare a lotion that doesn't irritate my scalp or make my hair sticky? (Want to experiment with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate)
The conversation is about a user who tried dissolving a metformin pill in water for hair treatment but faced issues with hair sticking together. The user is seeking advice on preparing a non-irritating, non-sticky lotion at home, possibly experimenting with metformin and Alpha Keto glutarate.
community I’m shedding vellus hairs constantly and haven’t felt like I’ve made much progress, but taking pictures with flash in the dark looks like regrowth
The conversation discusses a person's experience with hair loss treatments, including 7 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, switching to oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They notice hair regrowth more with flash photography than in regular light.
community I’m a female with aga and I don’t know what to do more , I’m hopeless
Female with aga tried minoxidil 5% and spironolactone, no success yet. Gladyator96 suggests waiting 6 months, adding tretinoin or dermarolling with minoxidil.
community Went to a new barber who casually said “well you don’t need to worry about balding anytime soon.” Feeling grateful for dutasteride right now :)
A user's experience with taking finasteride and dutasteride to address hair loss, and the proactive approach they took to maintain their hair. They discussed using these medications every day and transitioning between them.
community I have successfully stopped my hormone-induced hair loss ( caused by PCOS,) for 2 years now but I can't seem to be able to regrow the lost hair. Has anyone tried Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)?
GentleIris stopped hormone-induced hair loss with diet changes but couldn't regrow lost hair. A reply suggested microneedling instead of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for hair regrowth.
community How long would dermarolling and minoxidil work for if you can’t use finasteride? 24m mild diffuse thinning up to crown
Long-term efficacy of dermarolling with minoxidil is discussed for hair loss treatment. User can't use RU, Fin, or topical Fin due to side effects and considers using finasteride with an aromatase inhibitor as a last resort.
community 49/M 2 Months into Fin/Min – Posting because I don’t see much in my age group
A 49 year old man's experience with hair loss treatments; he has tried finasteride and minoxidil, but experienced dizziness in the past. Others have shared their experiences and encouraged him to keep trying his current treatment regimen.
community They said my hair would fall out and I wouldn’t keep my hair gains. 9 months on finasteride!
A user's experience with finasteride to prevent hair loss, and how minoxidil may also have played a role in the successful results.
community Best advice when it comes to MPB is don't be in denial
The conversation is about the importance of acting quickly against hair loss. The user shares their experience with androgenic alopecia and mentions using finasteride without improvement.
community Yesterday was my first haircut in 5 years where I couldn’t see my scalp under the barbers lights.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil (Rogaine) and dermarolling twice a week. They also lost weight and improved their diet, which may have contributed to the results.
community How is there no topical anti-androgen that doesn’t go systematic?!
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Alfatradiol, and Eucapil. Topical treatments must penetrate skin and may go systemic, with effectiveness varying.
community No hair, don't care! [24/F] :)
A woman with alopecia universalis shares her positive experience of being bald, finding it freeing and less worrisome. She also discusses her skincare routine using Korean products.
community If ancient hunter gatherer women had just selected for men with hair we wouldn't be in this mess
Hair loss is humorously blamed on ancient selection preferences, with discussions on genetics and societal norms. Treatments like finasteride are mentioned as modern solutions.
community 3 Month Hairline Progress (Dualgen-5R + 1mm Dermarolling + stuff that probably doesn’t work but also doesn’t hurt to try)
A 21-year-old is using Dualgen-5R (minoxidil and tretinoin) and weekly dermarolling to address hair loss, noticing some progress after three months. They plan to add an anti-androgen like RU58841 or Kx826 for better long-term results.
community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?
Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.
community Diffuse thinning is a curse. You don't realize it's happening until way too late.
Diffuse hair thinning and treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Early detection and treatment are crucial for effective management.
community how it feels to talk to tiktok kids about hairloss that isn’t shitty rosemary oil bloodflow and microneedling
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, especially when used together. Microneedling may enhance minoxidil's effects, but its standalone effectiveness is uncertain.
community My prp experience report, didn't work
PRP treatment for hair loss was ineffective and costly. One user called PRP a scam.
community Running my hands through my hair, can’t remember what normal looked like, is this normal?
A 17-year-old experiencing hair thinning uses dermarolling with rosemary oil and plans to start finasteride at 18. A reply suggests using finasteride and minoxidil due to high DHT sensitivity.
community Any UK sources for minoxidil+RU58841 solution together? That doesn’t contain PG?
A user is seeking a UK source for a combined minoxidil and RU58841 solution that doesn't contain scalp-irritating ingredients. They specifically want a product without propylene glycol (PG).
community Finasteride Shedding FULLY EXPLAINED. Don't give up treatment.
Finasteride and Dutasteride are effective treatments for hair loss, with Dutasteride being superior based on long-term data. Side effects are minimal, and concerns should not deter treatment.
community One year later, fin won't work for everyone
The conversation is about a user's experience with finasteride not improving their hair loss and considering dutasteride as a last resort. Some users believe the user's hair appears stabilized, while others suggest surgery or patience, and one mentions heart issues as a reason for not using minoxidil.
community 8 months into the journey. I didn’t think I’d ever have hair again.
The user regained hair using a routine including Nizoral shampoo, 0.5mg finasteride daily, topical minoxidil at night, and microneedling every two weeks. They switched from topical to oral finasteride to save money.