The user has been taking finasteride for a year without improvement and added minoxidil and dermarolling recently, but hair loss continues. Blood tests showed normal testosterone and vitamins, except for low vitamin D3 and an allergy, which doctors suggested could be causing the hair loss.
A user discusses a company, Roots by Genetic Arts, that offers a genetic test for hair loss to create personalized treatments, and is curious about its legitimacy and the science behind it. The company tests 16 genes related to hair loss and compounds a topical treatment based on the results.
Dutasteride and minoxidil initially stopped hair loss, but a minoxidil allergy led to hair thinning. Alternatives suggested include oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo while continuing dutasteride.
The conversation discusses using 1% cetirizine, an antihistamine, as a potential treatment for androgenetic alopecia (hair loss). One user plans to try cetirizine instead of finasteride, while others are curious or skeptical about its effectiveness, discussing the role of inflammation in hair loss.
A user is frustrated that their dermatologist requires blood and sperm tests before prescribing oral finasteride, despite already taking oral minoxidil. They prefer oral medication over topical treatments due to sensory issues and are considering asking their GP for a finasteride prescription or seeking alternatives online.