A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, andvitamins.
A 16-year-olddiagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, andderma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, anddiscussing the role of testosterone andDHT in hair loss.
The conversation discusses a natural approach to hair loss treatment using rosemary, peppermint oil, derma roller, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto. Commenters note a slight or minor difference in hair growth.
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.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.
The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.
User trieddermarolling for hair loss and shared progress pictures. Some suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil, while others debate effectiveness and frequency of dermarolling.
Hair loss treatments, including the use of Minoxidil and Finasteride, with a user sharing their 8-month update on progress made. Others have chimed in to provide encouragement and advice for continued treatment.
A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.
The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month progress using topical dutasteride, 8% minoxidil, tretinoin, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, oral finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, Vitamin D3, a men's multivitamin, rosemary oil, and 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss treatment.
Factors that can cause hair loss other than DHT, such as inflammation anddiet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein andDutasteride.
Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hair loss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, andvitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hair loss.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hair loss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, andDHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.
A 27-year-old male with AGA anddiffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.
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.
A user shared progress pictures after one year of daily 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss prevention and regrowth. Other users discussed the effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride and Minoxidil.
The user has been using finasteride for 7 months, minoxidil for 10 months, anddutasteride for 4 months with minimal results and is considering stopping treatment. Replies suggest continuing treatment, adding microneedling, and checking DHT levels.
A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hair growth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, "Hello_Knicks," achieved significant hair growth anddensity by consistently using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, nizoral, vitamin supplements, and a healthier diet. The user, who is a medical doctor, believes that patience, persistence, and medication compliance are key factors in achieving positive results.
So maybe vitamin D is important here
This conversation discussed the user's successful results from a combination of treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, ketozolin shampoo, Vitamin D and biotin. The discussion also included advice about frequency anddosages for these treatments.
A user shared their 2-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride topically twice a day, andVitamin D3 weekly. They experienced initial side effects like weaker erections and mood swings, which resolved after one month.
A 19-year-old male suspects his hair loss is due to vitamin Ddeficiency and stress rather than genetics. Recommendations include taking finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin D, exercising, reducing stress, and consulting a doctor if needed.
User experienced significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using 0.5mg finasteride, along with minoxidil anddermastamp. Side effects include increased sensitivity to poor lifestyle choices, but overall confidence improved.
A user found out they are vitamin Ddeficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combinedvitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.
A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.