User experienced rapid thinning on crown, used dutasteride for 3 months with significant improvement. Microneedling and ketoconazole were also used, but no minoxidil or finasteride.
Dutasteride and finasteride can cause changes in physical appearance, like more feminine features and increased water retention. Users report side effects such as reduced libido, weight gain, and improved skin clarity, while some notice no significant changes.
Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.
Male Pattern Baldness, and identifying early signs of it. The treatments discussed to combat and slow balding include finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil.
Begin with finasteride to evaluate its effectiveness before adding minoxidil. Combining treatments may enhance results but could also increase side effects; individual responses differ.
Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.
Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.
The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
A user shared their 2-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil once daily, 1% nizoral shampoo twice a week, and weekly derma stamping. They reported significant improvement and no major side effects, with plans to consider dutasteride if needed.
A 24-year-old shared his 13-month experience using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, along with topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair regrowth with impressive results and no significant side effects. He advises consulting a dermatologist before starting a similar routine.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
Hairloss journey of a 24-year-old man who tried Finasteride, RU58841, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. Significant hairline recovery achieved after 18 months of various treatments.
A 19-year-old male has been experiencing aggressivehairloss since age 15/16 and has tried various treatments including topical Minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, retinoic acid, stemoxydine, RU58841, and finasteride without success. He recently added oral Minoxidil but continues to experience significant hair thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride.
The user is experiencing aggressivehairloss since their teens and has tried finasteride, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil without success in halting the hairloss. They are seeking advice on how to stop it.
The user shared a 6-month aggressivehairloss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hairloss classification.
An 18-year-old in India is seeking a dutasteride prescription for aggressivehairloss, as family members are bald by age 20. Local doctors advised against it, so they are considering using Indian telemedicine apps for a prescription.
People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to prevent hairloss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hairloss using Finasteride alone.
A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressivehairloss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.
A 20-year-old is experiencing aggressivehairloss and is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, rosemary oil, and dermarolling in an attempt to manage it. They are concerned about their appearance and future hairloss, seeking advice on additional treatments.
The user plans to start a 12-month finasteride treatment to combat aggressivehairloss, with regular monitoring of thyroid levels, testosterone, DHT, liver enzymes, PSA, and iron levels. They seek advice on additional monitoring and aim to balance results with minimal side effects.
A 17-year-old experiencing aggressivehairloss since December 2023 is using finasteride, vitamin D, and a biotin supplement but cannot use minoxidil due to dandruff. They have also undergone two PRP treatments and are seeking further advice.
A 23-year-old male is experiencing aggressivehairloss and is considering using finasteride and minoxidil. He is seeking advice on whether to consult a dermatologist for seborrheic dermatitis, the necessity of various medical tests, and the cost of the treatment.
User asks if finasteride alone can combat hairloss and considers adding minoxidil later. Replies suggest aggressive approach with multiple treatments or using finasteride alone, depending on personal preference.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments with varying dosages of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling based on the level of hairloss aggressiveness. Specific regimens include 1.25MG finasteride 3-5 times per week, 2.5MG oral minoxidil daily, 0.5-1.5MM microneedling weekly, and 0.5MG dutasteride 1-2 times per week for more aggressive cases.