User experiencing hairloss on dutasteride; others suggest shedding is normal and to track progress with pictures. Some mention using RU58841 for improvement.
A 34-year-old man experienced hairloss during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully treated it using minoxidil, reducing shampoo use, and taking fenugreek. He saw significant improvement within a few months and no longer appears bald.
A 33-year-old attempted hair regrowth after 10 years of baldness using topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, a laser cap, and later oral dutasteride. They noticed some regrowth, especially vellus hairs, and are considering a hair transplant or other treatments despite side effects.
Hairloss can be linked to low testosterone, affecting DHT and estrogen levels. Treatments discussed include increasing testosterone, using Finasteride, and applying estrogen cream.
A user shared their experience with hairloss and a hair transplant at the Scandinavian Hair Institute, using finasteride every other day as part of their regimen. They expressed satisfaction with the transplant results and decided against using minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential side effects.
A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.
A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various oils but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Users advise starting minoxidil and finasteride for effective results, while oils and supplements are seen as less effective.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He is concerned about continued shedding, mild sexual side effects, and whether to adjust his finasteride dosage.
The user reports losing a significant amount of hair when applying RU58841 and Minoxidil but loses much less hair when massaging or brushing without these treatments. They are concerned about the increased hairloss associated with these products.
The user experiencing diffuse hairloss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hairloss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hairloss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hairloss.
Derek has maintained his hair for over a decade using dutasteride, keto shampoo, and previously minoxidil, despite early hairloss and family history of baldness. Other users discuss their own hairloss treatments, including combinations of oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, nizoral, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy.
A user's journey to try and stop their hairloss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.
A 20-year-old shared their experience of reversing hairloss without using minoxidil or finasteride, instead relying on supplements like biotin, collagen, fish oil, saw palmetto, and various vitamins. They emphasized the importance of a balanced supplement schedule and noted improvements in hair health without experiencing additional shedding.
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hairloss.
Minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hairlines and reduce balding, though some users report side effects like reduced libido. Consistent use over 1-2 years leads to significant hair regrowth, with some users also using skincare and biotin for added benefits.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, needling, and experimenting with retinol cream to treat hairloss. Despite these treatments, they observe many small vellus hairs that do not grow longer.
Topical saw palmetto is discussed as a mild anti-androgen for hair growth, with some users combining it with other treatments like spironolactone and ketoconazole shampoo. Users share mixed experiences, with some not noticing regrowth and others hopeful for positive results.
The user experienced hairloss improvement using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermastamping over two years, progressing from a diffuse NW3-3.5 to a thicker NW2.5. They advise starting treatment early, enduring shedding phases, and avoiding excessive time on forums.
Whey protein may slightly increase hairloss in men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to elevated IGF-1 and testosterone levels, but the effect is minimal compared to treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Many users argue that whey protein's impact on hairloss is negligible and that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important.
Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.
The conversation is about finding a suitable hairbrush for diffuse thinning hair without causing separation or flattening. The user is using oral dutasteride, minoxidil foam, Nizoral, microneedling, and Pura D’or shampoo and conditioner.
The user shaved their head and is using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, expressing confidence in the process despite challenges. They are considering additional treatments like microneedling and are open to trying different looks, including facial hair growth.
A user's experience with dealing with hairloss, and the advice that was shared by other users to cope with it. Suggested treatments included shaving their head, using medications such as finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, as well as dermarolling.
DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hairloss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.
People discuss various hairloss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, vitamins, tretinoin cream, laser caps, and lifestyle changes like quitting smoking. They also mention using products like nutrafol, pumpkin seed oil, fish oil, and scalp massages.
Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user shared their 4-year hairloss journey, starting with finasteride and minoxidil, then adding dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved their hair. They are now considering RU58841 and a hair transplant in the future.
A 24-year-old male started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamin D for hairloss but noticed worsening thinning and white patches on his temples. He seeks advice on improving his regimen, which includes topical minoxidil and a shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.
A new drug, PP405, is being discussed as a potential cure for baldness, with hopes it could be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and the need for lifelong use.