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July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting about 2% of people, causing significant disability and often associated with mental health issues and other autoimmune conditions.
A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 0.75-0.80mg Finasteride, and occasional microneedling. They noted improvement in their hairline and plan to update at 8 months and 1 year.
The user is using ketoconazole shampoo, organic vinegar, iced aloe vera gel, and sulfur soap to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride unless necessary. Some users see improvement, while others suggest adding finasteride for better results.
The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and started using finasteride 40 days ago. They cannot use minoxidil due to an allergy and are seeking advice on whether finasteride will help.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in 90 days using 1.25 mg finasteride daily and topical 5% minoxidil once a day, with noticeable thickening of eyebrows and eyelashes. Despite the progress, the user plans a hair transplant due to traction alopecia affecting the hairline.
The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride daily for 96 days and has noticed progress in hair regrowth, particularly on the crown. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, adding micro-needling, and possibly using tretinoin and dutasteride.