Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
User shares positive experience with Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others discuss personal experiences and hair loss impact on self-esteem and appearance.
User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
User experienced side effects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride side effects.
People notice more young individuals experiencing hair loss and discuss possible reasons, such as diet, hormones, and stress. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
Effective treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.
Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
User shares 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Others discuss body hair, hair transplant possibilities, and user's treatment response.
Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.
A 22-year-old male is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and Microneedling to treat hair loss and is wondering if he can regrow hair at his temples. Commenters suggest that he should continue the treatment as it takes time, with full results expected in 2-2.5 years.
A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss was prescribed two shampoos and hair vitamins by a dermatologist who suggested seborrheic dermatitis as the cause. However, users in the conversation suggested the hair loss could be male pattern baldness (MPB), recommending monitoring the situation and considering finasteride as a treatment.
A user shared their positive hair transplant results after 19 months without using finasteride or minoxidil, only vitamins. Some responses suggest concern over future hair loss without prevention treatments, while others congratulate or express jealousy.
A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.
The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.
Skin, Hair, and Nails by Pharmekal was withdrawn from the market. Users discuss alternative supplements and treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress over three months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, weekly derma rolling, a bamboo brush, and vitamins Biotin, D, and Saw Palmetto. The user reports noticing hair regrowth at the temples.
The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.
The user shared a 4-5 month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, oiling, and microneedling for hair loss. They reported improved hair density and confidence but experienced unwanted hair growth, thin hair, itching, and a flaky scalp.
A 35-year-old user shared their 4-month progress using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins to treat hair thinning. They reported increased hair density, thicker strands, and deeper color, especially in the crown area.
The user is taking 2.5mg of oral Minoxidil and using Rosemary and Peppermint oil for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported. They are considering increasing the dosage to 5mg after three months and have been advised to include a dermaroller in their routine.
A user shared a positive experience with finasteride, using 1mg daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss prevention, maintaining hairline and density for three years. They also use a moisturizing conditioner, vitamins, and scalp massages for general hair health.
A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADAand is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.
A user is starting a microneedling regimen for hair loss, using Derminator 2, ketoconazole shampoo, castor oil, and multivitamins. They plan to provide monthly updates on their progress.
A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.
A 21-year-old experienced significant hair loss after steroid use and stopping minoxidil. He plans to regrow his hair using a regimen of dermarolling, Lipogaine, finasteride, and vitamins.