EDHARRINGTON's journey to regrow his hair using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and micro-needling treatments over 4 years, with others commenting their support and admiration for his results.
The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topicalfinasteride in the future.
The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.
A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.
The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride and switched to using minoxidil and a derma stamp, seeing positive hair regrowth after initial shedding. They are considering topicalfinasteride to avoid side effects while maintaining hair health.
The user experienced significant hair growth over three months using topical Minoxidil, microdosing Finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They also use Toppik hair fibers and Aveda hair thickening tonic for styling.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from September to December using topicalfinasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%. The treatment appears to be effective for hair loss.
RU58841, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo led to significant hair regrowth, though some suspect a hair transplant. Concerns about RU58841's side effects, like anxiety and heart issues, were discussed.
The conversation is about using a topical solution of latanoprost and minoxidil for hair loss, with concerns about side effects due to a history of gynecomastia. The user is considering this treatment instead of finasteride and is seeking experiences from others.
The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.
A user experienced hair shedding despite using natural remedies but saw improvement with topicalfinasteride and oral minoxidil. After stopping supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil, shedding resumed, but combining them again with finasteride and minoxidil reduced shedding.
The user has been using a combination of oral and topical minoxidil, topicalfinasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. They report improvement in hair thickness except for the crown area, which has not changed.
A 31-year-old has been on finasteride for 8 years and is experiencing less dense hair and itchiness, and is considering adding minoxidil or RU58841 to their regimen. They are also inquiring about the benefits of oral versus topicalfinasteride.
A user experienced severe dry eyes as a side effect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential side effects.
A person on TikTok has been using finasteride, minoxidil, scalp massage, rosemary oil, and microneedling for hair loss treatment for 6 months, and recently switched from oral to topicalfinasteride. Some believe finasteride and minoxidil are the most effective treatments, while opinions on switching to topicalfinasteride are mixed.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topicalfinasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
A 25-year-old man with mild hair loss is using a topicalfinasteride treatment, biotin and ajuga reptans supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for hair growth. Due to a heart condition, he can't use minoxidil and is seeking alternative hair growth treatments, considering both medicinal and natural remedies like rosemary oil.
The user has been using pyrilutamide, topicalfinasteride, and 15% minoxidil for hair growth for almost 4 years. Despite mixed responses from others, the user reports seeing progress, especially with the addition of pyrilutamide, and plans to continue the regimen.
User shared 1-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with positive results. Another user discussed their own experience, considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil.
User ItchyRaccoon experienced significant hair loss reduction using Eucapil after trying low-dose topicalfinasteride with no results. Some replies mention that shed hair counts are not reliable indicators of hair loss progression or regression.
Creating a carrier solution for topical hair loss treatments using ethanol, propylene glycol or glycerin, and instructions on creating topicalfinasteride. Different recipes are provided with varying ratios of alcohol to humectant.
A user is treating their advanced hair loss with a regimen including topicalfinasteride, minoxidil, hydrocortisone, stem cell serum, peptide serum, multivitamins, he shou wu tea, derma pen, argan oil, and a derma roller. Replies suggest it's too early to judge progress and recommend staying consistent, with one suggesting oral minoxidil as an additional option.
Treatment options for hair regrowth other than minoxidil or finasteride, due to side effects from the latter, with platelet-rich plasma and topical treatments being among the suggested alternatives.
A user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil daily, microneedling weekly, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. Some suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, while others commend the current regimen's effectiveness.
A user shared their 16-month progress using a minoxidil and finasteride spray combo, showing significant hair regrowth. The discussion includes praise for the results, questions about treatment specifics, and debates on the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.
A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.
Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.
The post and conversation are about a user experiencing hair regrowth after using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, topicalfinasteride 0.05% once daily, weekly microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Other users noted visible progress and shared their own treatment experiences.