Male Pattern Baldness, and identifying early signs of it. The treatments discussed to combat and slow balding include finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil.
After 1.5 years on finasteride and dutasteride with continued hair loss, the user noticed a significant reduction in hair shedding, attributing it to the consistent use of finasteride, along with a no-shampoo approach, multivitamins, vitamin D, and restarting minoxidil. Other users shared their happiness for the improvement and noted that hair loss can fluctuate naturally over time.
A user's 14-month journey with finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral to treat hair loss. They experienced some side effects such as ball ache, needing to pee constantly, and less semen, but the results were generally positive.
Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.
A user's 11-month experience of using Minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, which the user believes has been successful. Other users offered advice on additional treatments such as dermarolling or shaving the head.
Minoxidil may cause facial aging or wrinkles, though opinions vary. Some users report side effects like dark circles and facial bloating, while others attribute changes to genetics or other factors.
User noticed balding 3 years ago and started using finasteride 11 months ago. Recently tried Toppik hair fibers, which improved appearance and boosted confidence.
A user's father, mostly bald for 20 years, is regrowing hair using a serum called "Skrzypovita Serum Pro" without minoxidil. The user is curious about which ingredients might be causing hair growth.
The conversation discusses the appearance of hair transplants immediately after surgery, noting that scars will be covered as hair grows. The original poster underwent both FUT and FUE procedures.
A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Finasteride is essential for hair loss prevention, while minoxidil is optional. Additional treatments include a natural shampoo, a healthy diet, scalp massages, microneedling, laser therapy, and supplements like fish oils and biotin.
The progress made by someone using finasteride, minoxidil and Nizoral for hair loss over a 2.5 year period, with before and after photos to show the results. Replies included encouragements and questions about the treatments used.
A user's experience with treating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as advice from other users that they should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.
A user recommends a device from Amazon to apply minoxidil directly to the scalp without wasting it. Another user asks if it can be used with foam minoxidil.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users mentioning dutasteride (Dut) as effective and wishing for more accessible dosages. They also debate the components of the "big 3" treatments, which now include Dut, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, with finasteride and minoxidil being consistently mentioned.
User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
A user is taking finasteride for hair loss and asks if they can also take saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil capsules on alternate days. They plan to use these supplements for 2-3 months to avoid wasting them.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair thickness over 11 years using only finasteride, taken three times a week, with no side effects. Commenters reacted positively, with one wishing they had started treatment earlier.
A user's experience with hair loss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
White rice may lower DHT and potentially cause symptoms similar to post-finasteride syndrome. The user experienced muscle wasting, depression, and other symptoms after consuming large amounts of white rice.
The user shared a four-month hair growth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and Hims thick fix shampoo every other day. Replies include comments on photo quality and lighting, a joke about the frequency of Hims product mentions, and the original poster humorously wishing for a Hims sponsorship.
A user's journey with hair loss and their use of topical finasteride, minoxidil and pyri/minoxidil ratio treatments to attempt hair regrowth. Replies focused on offering support and advice while sharing personal experiences with different treatments.
The conversation discusses using RU58841 with octopirox or essential oils for hair loss treatment. The user is seeking advice on which variation to try.
User reports 2 months of hair regrowth using dermarolling, rosemary/peppermint oil, Nizoral shampoo, and supplements. Replies suggest trying finasteride instead.
A user is comparing the effectiveness and ingredients of name-brand hair fibers (Nanogen) versus cheaper generic options found on eBay. They are concerned about the presence of sodium chloride in the generic product and seek opinions on whether there is a significant difference in quality.
A user started treating their hair loss with 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, and has seen progress in two months. They also use 2% ketoconazole shampoo twice a week and a derma stamp once a week with liquid minoxidil.
After one year on finasteride, a user reports positive hair regrowth and minimal side effects, encouraging others to try the treatment despite potential risks. Other users share varied experiences with finasteride, some seeing improvements and others still waiting for results.
The user shared their 2 1/2 years of progress treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, noting a slight improvement from RU58841 and a recent addition of oral minoxidil. They varied their finasteride dosage, used both topical and oral minoxidil, and saw better results with short hair, hoping for further improvement.