A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.
A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.
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.
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.
A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.
DHT Itch and its link to balding, with various treatments such as finasteride being discussed. Members shared their experiences of scalp itch before and after taking 5AR inhibitors, and potential underlying causes such as seborrheic dermatitis were discussed.
A user reported significant hair regrowth after 4 months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no major side effects. They are considering oral minoxidil and use microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hair loss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
A user expressed deep frustration and embarrassment about balding, especially at a friend's wedding, and mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and offered support, with some suggesting therapy and hair treatments.
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen that includes a topicalspray with finasteride and minoxidil, tretinoin, and using a Derminator (microneedling device) at 1.25mm depth every 5-6 days. The user reports positive results after 90 days and plans to continue the treatment, with others commenting on the process and potential outcomes.
The user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair growth after one year of using finasteride and minoxidil. They are considering microneedling to further improve their hairline and have chosen to use a derma stamp.
The post discusses a user's 6-month progress using topicalfinasteride (0.08%) and minoxidil (5%) once a day, combined with scalp micropigmentation (SMP). The user hopes for improved hair growth as they let their hair grow out.
User reports using topicalminoxidil, oral finasteride, dermarolling, and recently started oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed improvement after 6 months and are curious about further progress.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topicalfinasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topicalfinasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.
A user's six-month update on their hair loss treatment plan, which includes topicalfinasteride and minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketokonazole. Replies to the post appreciate the comparison pictures and commend the results achieved from the treatments.
OP shared progress pictures after 7 months of using a topical solution with 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, prescribed by a dermatologist. OP experienced mild shedding initially and noticed significant growth by the third month.
The user shared progress pictures and discussed using oral and topicalMinoxidil, microneedling, recently starting finasteride, multivitamins, vitamin D3, vitamin K, tretinoin, and ketoconazole for hair loss. The conversation focuses on the effectiveness of these treatments.
User shares 9-month progress using topicalFin/Min formula (10% Min, 0.1% Fin) for hair loss, with significant improvement in crown area. Others discuss experiences, side effects, and application methods for the treatment.
A user's hair loss progress after 4 months of using a topicalfin and min mix, with responses from other users about their experience with the same treatments.
The conversation is about the difficulty of applying both pyril and min/fin to treat hair loss twice daily and whether combining them yields positive results.
User shared a 5-month progress update on using topicalminoxidil 6% and finasteride 0.05% once daily, with microneedling and vitamins. They experienced initial shedding but no side effects, and increased the treatment to twice daily after month 4.
The conversation discusses using crushed finasteride tablets mixed with topicalminoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users share their experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and proper concentration of this method.
A thirty year old's progress with hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil and dermarolling in addition to taking multivitamins with biotin. The user has seen improvement after three months of using this regimen.
A 22-year-old man shared his 8.5-month experience with oral finasteride and 4-month experience with topicalminoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement in hair density and hairline without side effects. Other users expressed envy and curiosity about his results, with some sharing their own varied experiences with hair loss treatments.
The conversation discusses a successful hair regrowth treatment involving topicalMinoxidil (5%), 1 mg Finasteride, Microneedling, and Biotin + Vitamin D supplements. The user shares their routine and receives positive feedback on the significant progress made in just three months.