User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.
User "mynameisbogus" shares 2-month progress using Dut, Min, Oral Min, Keto, Dermarolling, and Retinol for hair loss at age 40. Others discuss impressive results and potential for full hair regrowth.
The effects of hair loss on mental health, treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and microneedling red light therapy, and the realization that while treating hair loss can be beneficial, it does not solve all underlying insecurities.
After 4 months on oral minoxidil with no significant hair regrowth, a user is frustrated and considering alternative treatments since they can't take finasteride due to side effects. Suggestions include natural DHT blockers, lifestyle changes, and other hair care tips.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.
People who had posted about using pyrilutamide for hair loss, but did not return with an update; the potential side effects of pyrilutamide, RU58841 and other treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride were discussed.
The user's decision to shave their head rather than continue using drugs like finasteride and minoxidil to try and stop hair loss, as well as other suggestions such as scalp micropigmentation.
A user experimenting with an extreme hair loss treatment stack of Dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oral minoxidil, and microneedling, which sparked a debate among other users about the safety of this approach.
This conversation is about "TheReedThomy's" 12-month long hair loss treatment regimen which includes finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, nizoral, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. Other users have commented to congratulate him on his progress and ask questions about his results.
Treatments for hair loss, including topical dutasteride minoxidil, tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl over a period of 3 months; switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide was suggested with potentially less risk of systemic side effects; and encouragement to not give up hope.
A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.
A user inquires about the effectiveness of using more than the standard 0.5mg dose of Dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning studies suggest 2.5mg is more effective. Another user shares their experience of taking 1mg without noticing a difference, despite studies indicating 2.5mg may be better.
A user is considering whether to continue using RU58841 or switch to hair system patches for a receding hairline, while already using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Another user suggests buying RU58841 in powder form to save money and notes the original poster's hair has significantly improved.
The user "Turbulent_Mix_318" shared their progress pictures after 7 months of using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They did not experience any adverse effects except for increased hair growth in other areas.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.
The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.
A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.
A user's successful 4-month hair growth progress using Hims spray with 6% Minoxidil, 0.3% Finasteride, and a .25mm dermaroller twice a week. The user applies the spray once a day and has not experienced any side effects.
User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.