A user reports high DHT levels despite taking finasteride and is concerned about inconsistent blood test results. They also take modafinil, vitaminD, and magnesium supplements.
The user shared 6-month results using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, vitaminD, calcium, and biotin, showing significant improvement. Another user praised the results as excellent.
The user shared a 6-month update on their hair loss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, andvitaminD. They reported progress but mentioned possible sexual side effects and recent shedding, seeking advice on adjusting their finasteride dose.
A 25-year-old male shared his 14-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, finasteride, and initially dermarolling, along with supplements like fish oil, vitaminD, biotin, and zinc. He attributes his hair loss improvement mainly to the medications and noted minor side effects like lower libido anddark circles under the eyes.
A user shared their positive 3-month experience using finasteride, minoxidil, andvitaminD to treat hair loss, noting significant regrowth and minimal shedding. They also discussed potential side effects and the low likelihood of experiencing them, while being open to answering further questions.
The user shared a 1-year update on using finasteride (0.25mg three times a week), biotin, ketoconazole shampoo, andvitaminD for hair loss, showing positive results with pictures and no side effects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and the user's good response to the treatment.
A 43-year-old man started treatment for hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, Qilib rebalance, and Trigain Caffeine shampoo, and is taking vitaminD supplements. He hopes to share positive results after a few months.
The user reports 8 months of hair growth progress using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5k biotin daily, Nizoral 1% biweekly, a multivitamindaily, andVitaminD 2000IU daily, with pictures provided for reference. Commenters discuss the improved thickness and length of the hair, with some suggesting a buzz cut for better comparison, which the user declines.
The user updated on their all-natural hair loss protocol, which includes massages, LLLT, Ashwagandha, Supergreens mix, VitaminD, Castor Oil + DMSO, a specific diet, and headstands. They reported some hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with plans to continue the regimen and monitor results.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth routine, which includes finasteride, derma rolling, minoxidil (Rogaine), biotin pills, andvitaminD supplementation, and saw noticeable results in 3 months. They suggest this routine as a variation of the "Big 3" hair loss treatments and have created a website to sell the products they used.
The user experienced hair loss starting in college, worsening over time, and tried various treatments including VitaminD, biotin, fish oil, and scalp massages. They recently started taking finasteride (Fin) and plan to continue a healthy diet, reduce stress, and possibly add Nizoral and Rogaine.
A young woman, 23, is experiencing all-over hair thinning and has been using Minoxidil 5% foam, iron supplements, andvitaminD with no improvement. She feels depressed and is seeking support and advice on what to try next.
A user with Androgenetic Alopecia is seeking advice on hair growth treatments while planning for pregnancy. Current routine includes LaserCap, Nizoral Shampoo, scalp massage, The Ordinary Multi Peptide Serum, vitaminD, prenatal vitamins, and SEEN shampoo.
A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, VitaminD, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.
A user asked about Dr. Berg's recommended supplements for hair health, including Vitamin C, trace minerals, Omega 3, collagen, silica, B-vitamins, stinging nettle root, B6, B2, copper, andVitaminD. Responses advised against following Dr. Berg, labeling him a quack, and suggested that only stinging nettle root might help with DHT, while the rest are only beneficial if deficient.
The user reports success in treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, vitaminD3, biotin, anddermarolling. They noticed improved hair growth, especially after addressing a severe vitaminDdeficiency and changing their minoxidil regimen.
The user improveddiffuse thinning without finasteride by using minoxidil foam, cold showers, gentle hair drying, 2% ketoconazole, sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements like Omega-3, Vitamin-D, Biotin, Keratin, Collagen, B3, Zinc, and Magnesium. The regimen was followed for about six months under dermatologist guidance.
The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitaminD, magnesium, andvitamin E.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitaminD gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
The conversation is about various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and natural supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. It also covers methods to improve blood circulation, nourish hair follicles, and address underlying health issues like vitaminDdeficiency and high cortisol levels.
The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitaminD, a multivitamin, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto.
The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, anddermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitaminD.
The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, andvitaminD, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.
Exploring potential treatments for hair loss, with the focus being on comparing RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. Finasteride, Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Zinc, VitaminD and Nizoral are also discussed as part of a treatment stack.
A 21-year-old shared their one-year hair loss treatment journey, using finasteride, a multivitamin, cold water hair washes, peppermint and jojoba oil, zinc, iron, L-arginine, vitaminD, and ashwagandha. They advise seeing a doctor for finasteride, considering lifestyle changes before minoxidil, getting blood work, talking about the issue with friends, and sticking to a treatment plan for at least six months.
A user's 20 year journey with hair loss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, VitaminD, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.
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, VitaminD, protein andDutasteride.
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 vitaminD to address a deficiency.
A user recovered their crown using finasteride, dermarolling, andvitamins, and had a hair transplant for their hairline. They experienced no side effects from finasteride except increased libido and also take zinc, biotin, trace minerals, kelp, andvitaminD.