Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.
A user shared progress pictures 1.5 months after a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are concerned about potential shock loss and the thinning appearance.
The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.
A 19-year-old was advised by their primary care provider to take biotin for hair loss instead of minoxidil or finasteride due to potential side effects and age concerns. The user is considering seeking a second opinion from a dermatologist.
Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.
Microneedling once a week at 1mm caused bumps, possibly scars, in the treated area. The user is considering cleaning the skin before microneedling to prevent this issue.
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
User experienced hair thinning due to high cortisol and thyroid issues, along with insulin resistance. They are taking magnesium, zinc, vitamin D, calcium, and selenium as supplements.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a castor oil and peppermint mix after initially having a significant hair loss. They reported no lasting side effects from finasteride and believe dermarolling contributed to their hairline growth.
The conversation humorously discusses a person with an unusually thick head of hair, with some users joking about using treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many express envy or disbelief, while others suggest a haircut or comment on facial features.