Male Pattern Baldness, and identifying early signs of it. The treatments discussed to combat and slow balding include finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation provides advice on using derma rollers, stamps, and pens for hair loss, detailing types, usage, cleaning, depth, frequency, and caution with topicals like minoxidil. The user plans to replace a roller with a pen for better accuracy and safety, and uses a castor oil/rosemary oil mix post-needling.
RU58841 is a controversial hair loss treatment with mixed reviews; some users report success, often in combination with other treatments like finasteride or minoxidil, while others experience side effects like chest pain. The treatment's discontinuation is speculated to be due to patent expiration and lack of profitability, despite some users continuing to use it as part of a broader regimen.
Taking dutasteride daily at higher doses results in more effective DHT suppression compared to every other day dosing, due to its dose-dependent nature and long half-life. Even at lower doses, dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss.
Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.
A user shared a 6-month update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil 5% liquid twice daily and Finasteride 1mg once daily, along with weekly use of a 1mm Derma roller for 5 weeks. They are pleased with the fuller hair and plan to continue Minoxidil but may temporarily stop Finasteride when trying for a baby.
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
The user experienced concerning side effects like throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain, and testicle pain after using RU58841 for hair loss, despite also using finasteride and minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences, with one advising to stop using RU58841 due to similar side effects, while another reported significant hair loss reduction without side effects.
A 16-year-old is experiencing early male pattern baldness and is considering using Minoxidil now and Finasteride after turning 18. Another user shared a positive experience with topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting improvement in hair thickness and no side effects.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride; potential side effects; and the potential of using anti-androgens or microneedling.
A user's successful 6-month journey with Minoxidil, Finasteride and 0.05 Derma Rolling to regain their hairline, eyebrows, facial hair and overall youthful look. They also discussed the use of topical minoxidil for eyebrow thickening, as well as other skincare routines and healthy lifestyle habits.
A user describing their hair loss progress after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, and a ketogenic diet. Other users congratulated them and noted the improvements in their appearance.
User discusses hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Many users praise the progress and ask about the treatments' effectiveness and side effects.
A user sharing their progress after using Fin, Minoxidil, keto diet, and microneedling for two months to attempt to regrow hair on bald temples. Other users replied with advice and support.
Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.
User discusses topical liposomal finasteride for hair loss, hoping to avoid breast growth side effect. Conversation includes using minoxidil, fluridil, and dermarolling, and mentions minimal systemic absorption of liposomal finasteride.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.
Topical finasteride as a potential alternative to oral finasteride for reducing DHT levels on the scalp with fewer side effects, and other hair loss treatments such as minoxidil.
A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.
Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.
The user has been using Finasteride for over four months to treat androgenetic alopecia but continues to experience hair loss and thinning. They recently started using Minoxidil and are considering switching to Dutasteride due to concerns about Finasteride's effectiveness.
The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.
The user recommends using Regenepure (keto shampoo), Lipogaine (minoxidil), and NatureMade Biotin pills for hair loss treatment and advises against taking finasteride (propecia) without considering potential side effects. They share their own experience with these treatments and suggest reading about both the benefits and risks before deciding on finasteride.
The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.
Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be more effective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.
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 reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.