A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.
The effectiveness of topical Minoxidil for frontal baldness and the differences between brands. Suggestions are made to use Finasteride and RU58841 in combination with Minoxidil to help treat hair loss.
A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.
A user has been on finasteride for a year and minoxidil for six months, with no noticeable progress. They also use dermarolling and rosemary oil but are frustrated with the lack of results.
A 31-year-old with diffuse thinning experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly 5 months on Finasteride 0.75mg MWF. Despite initial side effects like testicle pain and reduced sex drive, these issues resolved, and positive effects included reduced nighttime urination and scalp itching.
A user shared progress pictures after 2 years on 0.5mg finasteride daily, also using minoxidil, showing significant hair improvement. The user noted their hairline is almost fully recovered.
The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.
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 suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
A 16-year-old is experiencing severe hair thinning and wants to start finasteride but is advised to wait until at least 20. In the meantime, minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.
The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
Investing in pharmaceutical products to treat hair loss and the potential risks associated with that, as well as other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and a COVID-19 booster.
A user shared their two-year progress using 2.5mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, recently adding topical dutasteride. Another user questioned the high finasteride dosage, noting no benefits over 1mg.
User used finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experienced side effects initially, but saw improvement after stopping minoxidil and ignoring side effects. New hairstyle also improved hair appearance.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect Vitamin D deficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
After 12 years of success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.
The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.
The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.
The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their 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 struggling with hair loss has been using treatments including Minoxidil, a hair serum, vitamin capsules, and Dutasteride as prescribed by a dermatologist. They're experiencing side effects from Dutasteride and are unsure about its effectiveness, but another user suggests they might be seeing improvement and advises trying a lower dose.
A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hair loss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hair loss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hair loss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.
FalseHour6541's two-year experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride, resulting in good density on their crown; other users suggested a hair transplant to help reduce the receding hairline.
The conversation discusses how Tretinoin may improve the effectiveness of Minoxidil for treating hair loss by increasing the activity of certain enzymes in hair follicles. One user comments that this information is not new.
Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. L'Oreal's study on Stemoxydine 5% claims a 4% increase in hair density after 3 months, but some users question potential bias.
Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.