A 50-year-old Black woman with alopecia areata and traction alopecia is seeking a science-based hair loss routine. Current treatments include spearmint tea for DHT levels and considering PRP.
Whether using both Fluridil and Alfatradiol together could be more effective than either one alone as a hair loss treatment, given their different mechanisms of action.
Randy, a UFC hall-of-famer who was able to achieve success in his career despite losing his hair late in life. The conversation included references to the movies he has starred in and fight highlights to provide encouragement for those struggling with hair loss.
The conversation is about whether stopping Redensyl, unlike Minoxidil, allows you to maintain hair growth benefits. The user is considering Redensyl as an alternative to Minoxidil due to concerns about hair loss upon cessation of Minoxidil.
A user with diffuse hair loss for a decade tried various treatments, including LLLT Helmet, supplements, topicals, and hair transplants. They found relief from scalp inflammation and itching using a topical solution made from crushed Xeljanz pills mixed with ethyl alcohol.
Finasteride is effective for treating male pattern baldness (MPB) with minimal side effects, and topical finasteride is similarly effective. Dutasteride is also effective but less understood, and Minoxidil is less effective than Finasteride.
The conversation discusses how applying topical tretinoin for 5 days can convert 43% of individuals who initially do not respond to minoxidil into responders, enhancing the effect of minoxidil on hair growth. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil and tretinoin.
The conversation is about the availability of Breezula, a hair loss treatment, with speculation it might be released in 2022 or potentially never, as it's more effective than finasteride. No specific treatments were confirmed.
A user claims to see new baby hairs after using peppermint and castor oil for nearly two weeks, but others are skeptical, attributing the appearance of new hair to the way the hair is styled or pulled back.
A user is starting finasteride and seeks advice on expected results. Another user reports combining finasteride with minoxidil, experiencing some regrowth and a return to hair thickness similar to when they were younger.
The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and sulfur-including shampoo. The author shares personal experiences and tips for application, frequency, and managing side effects, noting significant regrowth with both minoxidil and finasteride.
The user reported solid results after 5 months of using 1.25mg finasteride daily, with minimal sexual side effects and some hair regrowth at the hairline. They discontinued minoxidil due to its greasy effect on their hair.
A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.
A 33-year-old is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 4.5 months using 0.5mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a 0.5mm derma stamp. They had initial shedding but now see less hair loss, with no sexual side effects and improved libido.
The user has mostly recovered hair density using finasteride, alternating oral and topical minoxidil, and occasional dermarolling, but the crown area is still struggling. Advice includes continuing treatment for up to 24 months and possibly consulting a doctor if issues persist.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride with oral minoxidil may lead to hair regrowth and thickening, but results can vary and take time. Some users report side effects like reduced libido with dutasteride.
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride for over seven months and is considering switching to dutasteride, but is unsure due to mixed reviews. Another user shares a similar experience and has started using oral minoxidil and dutasteride in hopes of improvement.
A 28-year-old male shares progress using 5mg Minoxidil and 0.5mg Dutasteride for hair growth, encouraging the use of these treatments. Users discuss side effects like increased facial hair and debate the effectiveness of treatments within three months.
Dutasteride may affect semen parameters but not significantly enough to impact fertility unless baseline fertility is already low. Finasteride and minoxidil are used for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported by one user.
Dutasteride can significantly reduce sperm volume, with some users experiencing up to a 90% decrease. While some users report adaptation over time, others suggest switching to finasteride if side effects are too severe.
Switching from dutasteride to finasteride may result in some hair loss, as finasteride is generally considered less effective. However, maintaining some treatment is better than stopping entirely, and the change might not be drastic.
A user shared their experience 7.5 months after receiving 3950 hair grafts at Sule Hair Transplant in Istanbul, Turkey, with positive feedback on the transformation. The discussion included costs, recovery time, and the use of medications like finasteride and minoxidil post-transplant.
The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss, comparing every day (ED) versus every other day (EOD) dosing. It suggests that both dosing schedules can be effective, but individual tolerance may vary.
An 18-year-old male experienced positive results with oral finasteride but stopped due to side effects and is now trying homemade low-dose (0.01%) topical finasteride mixed with liquid minoxidil to manage hair loss. He seeks feedback on the effectiveness of this DIY topical treatment.
Minoxidil is showing noticeable hair regrowth, but users suggest adding finasteride for better results and longer-lasting effects. Concerns about finasteride's side effects are discussed, but many users report minimal issues.
A user shared their hair regrowth journey from ages 31 to 39, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and dutasteride. They experienced significant hair density improvement and temple regrowth, with increased hair growth as the only side effect.
The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 8.5 months, with initial progress slowed due to stopping microneedling. They plan to resume microneedling and consider a hair transplant in the future.
The conversation is about OP's hair regrowth progress using dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole, adapalene, and vitamin D. Some users doubt the progress, attributing it to longer hair and lighting, while others congratulate OP on the visible improvement.