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The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of progress in hair loss treatments, with specific mentions of Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users discuss the slow development of new treatments and the potential of hair transplants.

The user started treating hair loss with minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, and castor oil, and noticed small hairs growing at the temples. They plan to add biotin and azelaic acid to their routine but are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects.

A user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp irritation and is now using peppermint oil, noticing improved hair appearance but no growth yet. They are seeking a minoxidil brand that doesn't irritate the scalp and asking if others have had success with peppermint oil for hair loss.

User experienced hair kinking after starting minoxidil, despite being on finasteride for two years. Another user confirmed similar issues and suggested switching brands due to propylene glycol in minoxidil.

The user plans to combat hair loss with Finasteride 1mg daily, Minoxidil 5% twice daily, and Nizoral twice weekly. They also consider supplements like biotin, zinc, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seeds, along with a healthy diet and dermarolling.

The user had lab work done to check for thyroid issues and other factors related to hair loss. They are seeking advice on which lab results are important for understanding hair loss and what the optimal levels should be.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.

A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are satisfied with the results and may consider a hair transplant after one year.

OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.

High dose topical Finasteride solutions are speculative and not proven more effective than low dose solutions. Users report varying results with different concentrations, with some preferring lower doses to minimize side effects.

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

A user shared their progress in combating hair loss using 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride over four months, experiencing significant improvement. They also experimented with higher doses of minoxidil but faced side effects, so they settled on 7.5 mg without issues.

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

A 20-year-old shared progress pictures after 2 years of using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss. Responses included admiration and requests for more details and updates.

A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hair loss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.

A user stopped using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 2 years, saw hair thinning, then restarted the treatments along with weekly dermastamping and regained their previous hair status. The user suggests that restarting treatment can be effective even after a break.

A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.

A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.

Minoxidil, often combined with microneedling, has helped some users improve hair growth at the temples and hairline. Finasteride is also mentioned as a treatment, with mixed results on its effectiveness.

People discussed switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. They reported satisfaction with dutasteride, noting it was more effective than finasteride, particularly after finasteride's effects diminished, and some experienced additional benefits like cost savings and stabilized hair loss, rating dutasteride highly as a treatment.

Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.

A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.

A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth from April 21, 2022, to December 7, 2023, using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp. They switched from foam to liquid minoxidil and believe the results improved.

The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal side effects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hair loss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hair loss progresses in the meantime.

The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.

A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.

The user is expressing an obsession with hair loss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.