A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride for 17 months and recently switched to dutasteride. His bloodwork shows increased luteinizing hormone levels, possibly due to increased testosterone, with no side effects and improved libido.
Hair loss treatment using 1.25 Finasteride Teva daily, Folcare Minoxidil 5% 2x a day, dermarolling, Nizoral, Hask biotin boost shampoo, and 5000mg biotin pill. User unsure if experiencing regrowth or just growth, especially in crown area.
A user successfully regrew hair after nearly going bald by using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, plasma injections, and mesotherapy over 9 months. They plan to try derma rolling and have an alarm set for taking medication, noting increased sexual drive as a side effect.
An 18-year-old is dealing with early hair loss and feels unsupported. They have started oral minoxidil and are considering finasteride but are worried about side effects due to high testosterone levels.
The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts in 2017, and after four and a half months of using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and Boton shampoo, they are seeing hair regrowth including the return of their widow's peak. They are considering switching to RU58841 and a deeper derma rolling treatment.
The user noticed temple recession and front thinning. Their treatment includes microneedling, topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, zinc, selenium, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and specific shampoos.
A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.
Finasteride, Minoxidil, Bioneer CosmeRNA, Technoderma, Kintor, Hope, Breezula, and Follicum treatments showed increases in hair count, with Technoderma showing the highest increase at 24.3 hairs/cm². Amplifica has not yet published results.
L'Oreal is working on hair cloning, with multiple companies using similar techniques, making hair cloning likely by 2030. The conversation expresses optimism about the progress and potential affordability of hair cloning solutions.
The user has been experiencing hair loss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hair loss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.
New hair loss treatments like stem cells, hair cloning, and gt20029 are unlikely to be available in the next 5-10 years, with some trials possibly starting by 2026. Current treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride have been used for decades, and new developments depend on funding and successful trials.
A 23-year-old noticed crown thinning and started using 1.25mg finasteride, biotin supplements, biotin/collagen shampoo, and 1% nizoral shampoo. After 3 months, they reported improvement and side effects that subsided after 2 months.
The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.
PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.
Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride and biotin-collagen supplements for 5 months, noticing some progress in hair regrowth. They also use various oils and shampoos, plan to start oral minoxidil, and seek advice on improving their hair care routine.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It also mentions ongoing human trials for hair multiplication/cloning at Yokohama National University, with skepticism about the timeline.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.
A user shared progress pictures showing hairline improvement after 2 years of using topical Minoxidil, 1mg oral Finasteride, and sporadic microneedling. Another user praised the progress and shared mutual encouragement.
The user "Bishiop" shared a progress update on their hair density and strength after adding Minoxidil to their routine. They are also using Finasteride and microneedling. They hope to fill in their hairline by the end of the summer.
Hair loss treatments still rely heavily on minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with little innovation. Future treatments like stem cell therapy and RNA technology show promise but are not yet available.
An 18-year-old noticed hairline retreat at 17.5 and is seeking advice on whether to accept baldness or try treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. They are concerned about safety and effectiveness at their age.
The conversation discusses the effects of B5 (Pantothenic acid), B7 (Biotin), and B12 on hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a Hair Transplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.
Poor sleep quality may affect hair growth cycles by disrupting the body's natural clock and stress hormones. The focus should be on improving sleep to support overall health, including hair growth, rather than relying solely on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.