The user has been taking finasteride for 4 months, vitaminsupplements for 8 months, using a dermaroller for 2 months, and ketoral for 8 months, but has not seen improvement in hair loss. They seek advice on how long to wait for positive effects or what else to add.
KittaLockwood shared progress photos of their boyfriend's hair after 6 months of taking a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and vitaminsupplements prescribed in an Australian subscription service. They received encouraging responses from other users about supporting their significant other through the journey.
The conversation is about someone showing hair regrowth using liquid Minoxidil and vitamins, with others suggesting the addition of finasteride to maintain the improvement.
A 23-year-old male shared his 6-month hair loss progress using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and vitaminsupplements. He noticed hair loss at 19, which accelerated during the pandemic.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, "Hello_Knicks," achieved significant hair growth and density by consistently using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, nizoral, vitaminsupplements, 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.
The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitaminsupplementation due to deficiencies.
The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.
Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitaminsupplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.
A 23-year-old Asian male shared progress pictures after 3 months of using minoxidil, microneedling for 1.5 years, and taking vitaminsupplements. Replies suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for long-term hair maintenance.
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, and Vitamin D. 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.
Dustaride doesn't require avoiding any vitamins, but checking vitamin D levels and supplementing if deficient is suggested. Hair vitamins are generally unnecessary unless there's a deficiency.
The conversation discusses complementary treatments for hair loss while using finasteride and minoxidil, including scalp massagers, scrubs, coconut oil, and vitaminsupplements. The user seeks opinions on these additional treatments.
User shared progress after one year using Minoxidil 5% topical and 1 mg Finasteride pills daily, along with vitamin D3 supplements. They experienced significant hair regrowth and are now growing their hair out again.
The user discusses their long struggle with hair loss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitaminsupplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.
The user reports potential hair regrowth after using finasteride nightly, minoxidil twice daily, occasional microneedling, and vitaminsupplements, and is considering RU58841 in the future. Replies suggest they are seeing improvement.
A 20-year-old who started balding in 2020 and has been using a treatment routine for 4 months that includes daily Minoxidil (1.5ml), Finasteride three times a week, and a derma roller twice a week, along with a 2-month course of vitaminsupplements. The treatment has significantly improved their hair loss, boosting their confidence.
P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.
The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitamin D with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitamin D with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
The conversation is about the role of vitamin deficiencies in hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It concludes that while vitamins and nutrition are important, they are not the primary solution for androgenic alopecia.
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.
Biotin supplements are not effective for hair loss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hair loss in healthy individuals.
A 17-year-old with thinning hair is considering using Revalid, a supplement with ingredients like biotin and zinc, based on parental recommendations. Another user suggests that supplements could help since the hair thinning doesn't seem to be androgenic alopecia.
Microneedling stimulates hair growth through stem cell activation during wound healing, not just increased blood flow. Other methods like showers or supplements don't replicate this effect.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a multivitamin containing Zinc, Biotin, B12, B6, B2, B1, Vitamin D, and Iron for hair loss. The multivitamin is from a reliable but inexpensive brand in Brazil.
The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.
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This user has been using Kirkland Minoxidil foam and 1 mg finasteride for 8 months, as well as a diet change, regular exercise, and daily biotin and Animal Pak supplements to treat their hair loss. So far they have not experienced any side effects from the finasteride.
Trans woman experiences hair thinning despite low testosterone and treatments like finasteride and microneedling. Possible causes discussed include past eating disorder and current stack of medications and supplements.