People making comments on others' hair loss, and the different strategies used to deal with it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and minoxidil.
After 10 months, the user's hairline and midscalp look thick following a 6100 graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey. They plan to address the crown in a few months.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
A user shared their successful hair loss treatment using 1.25mg finasteride daily, 2.5mm microneedling every 1-3 weeks, zinc pyrithione shampoo, occasional scalp massages, and 40% glycolic acid on temples. They reported significant progress over 21 months.
The user is experiencing hair thinning on the sides and back of the head while the top remains thick. A reply suggests it might be retrograde alopecia.
Dutasteride users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing significant hair shedding and others seeing improvement after initial shedding. Many users switch from finasteride to dutasteride, hoping for better results, but reactions vary widely, with some facing allergies or worsening hair loss.
OP used finasteride 1mg and 2.5mg oral minoxidil since late April, showing hair improvement despite some initial libido issues. Users discussed side effects, costs, and alternative treatments, with OP noting increased facial hair but no significant body hair growth.
A user shared their hair transplant journey, showing progress from February 2021 to May/June 2024. They now use finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and Nizoral shampoo, and are happy with the results.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
User shared a 4-month progress update on using minoxidil and 1.5 months on finasteride for hair loss. Reactions were mixed, with some expressing disbelief and others feeling inspired to start treatment.
User shared progress using topical Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% daily since January, noting some improvement and no side effects. Considering adding derma rolling for better results.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, PRP treatments, and supplements like vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and iron. They are seeking advice on whether to continue with finasteride, increase the dosage, or try additional PRP sessions.
User experienced sudden, rapid hair loss after a year on 2.5mg oral minoxidil. They are hesitant to use finasteride due to anxiety and depression concerns.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.
A user shared a 5-month progress picture showing hair regrowth from taking 1mg of finasteride daily. Another user reported significant hair regrowth and no side effects after 12 years on finasteride.
The conversation is about a nearly 10-month hair loss treatment regimen that includes 1mg finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, 1.5mm microneedling once or twice a week, and Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week. Users are supportive and inquire about the effectiveness of microneedling.
The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hair growth around six or seven months into treatment.
A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.
The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.
The user has been using minoxidil at night and finasteride daily for several months, experiencing initial hair growth but later regression and thinning. They're considering switching to dutasteride and seeking advice on the cause of their hair loss and potential treatments.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, starting with finasteride and minoxidil, then switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Some users report similar experiences with these treatments, while others debate the effectiveness of dutasteride.
The user noticed increased hair shedding and thinning after using rosemary oil diluted with coconut oil for two weeks. They are questioning if rosemary oil causes shedding similar to minoxidil.
Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
A user's eight-month progress in treating his hair loss using finasteride (1mg daily) and nizoral shampoo (2x a week), as well as microneedling every 10 days; other users have also reported success with finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
The user experienced hair loss after a hair transplant and stopped using finasteride and minoxidil temporarily, as advised by their medical team. They resumed the treatments and are hopeful for regrowth, attributing the current hair loss to shock loss and shedding.