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      community The end of minoxidil and fin/dut regime

      in Research/Science  106 upvotes 3 months ago
      New hair loss treatments like GT20029 and PP405 could potentially replace minoxidil and finasteride, offering better results with fewer side effects. However, current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are still effective for many, despite concerns about side effects.

      community Tattooing Hair Loss Drugs into your Scalp

      in Treatment  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      Tattooing hair loss drugs like minoxidil and dutasteride into the scalp is discussed as an alternative to daily pills, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and convenience. Some users report positive results, but concerns about cost, potential side effects, and the procedure's discomfort are noted.

      community 10 months of minoxidil + cheating

      in Transgender  180 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hair loss and regrowth during transition.

      community 5 months since I became obsessed with my hair

      in Is this regrowth? 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth and increased hair thickness after using supplements like biotin, zinc, selenium, and a complex with various natural ingredients, along with topical caffeine. They are considering using topical minoxidil and mesotherapy in the future.

      community What are some other causes of hair loss?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.

      community 27yo male, with dandruff and losing hair all over

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 27-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and dandruff, despite trying various treatments like cortisone, diflucan, and natural remedies. He is considering shaving his head and is seeking advice on the "Big 3" treatment, which includes Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  73 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community [M25] My 2-year long plus (August 27, 2021 - October 28, 2023) odyssey warding off my thinning, balding, recessed, and greasy hair [Oral finasteride 1.25 mg daily; Topical liquid 5% minoxidil 1 ml daily; Nizoral with 2% ketoconazole 1x weekly]

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man struggled with hair loss from age 18, tried various methods without success, and finally sought medical help at 23. He was prescribed oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, which after two years of consistent use, significantly improved his hair condition.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  450 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.

      community This guy loses all transplanted hair?!

      in Transplants  160 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hair loss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.

      community Allergic to minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

      community PP405 (Everychem 3HP) Users, share your story!

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Everychem's solution, similar to PP405, has mixed results for hair regrowth, with some users reporting improvements and others seeing no change or worsening hair loss. Users are sharing experiences and updates to determine its effectiveness.

      community Ru58841 made my hair worse

      in General  138 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 worsened hair condition, causing thinning and unusual patterns. The user stopped using it two months ago but hasn't seen recovery, and there's speculation about androgen receptor upregulation.

      community Why does hairloss look great one day and regression the next?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair appearance fluctuates due to factors like styling, product buildup, and humidity, causing frustration for those with diffuse thinning. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841, with mixed results.

      community It's so over. Im beyond cooked

      in Update 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using Dutasteride and plans to try RU58841, considering adding Oral Minoxidil. They express frustration with diffuse thinning and seek advice on managing hair loss.

      community How is my hair loss stack looking?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  177 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hair loss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.

      community is there anything that stops hair loss?

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing rapid hair loss and has been diagnosed with telogen effluvium by multiple dermatologists, but doubts the diagnosis due to the severity and speed of the hair loss. They are considering various treatments like spironolactone, estradiol, and possibly finasteride, while also exploring the possibility of hormonal imbalances or autoimmune issues.

      community 33, NW5: Deciding on Finasteride, Grafts, or Shaved Head

      in General  115 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss at NW 5 and is using finasteride, which is causing side effects like dry eyes and loss of libido. They are considering continuing with minoxidil and finasteride or opting for a hair transplant, feeling depressed about their situation.

      community 7.5 Month Progress Topical/Oral Minoxidil

       127 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after Covid and started using topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil, along with Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, clobetasol propionate, and clindamycin ointment, which significantly reduced hair loss and scalp issues. Other users suggested trying finasteride for better results.

      community I can't take it any longer... and dont know how much time should i wait to understand if the treatment even works...

      in Update  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair loss and has been using 5% minoxidil for 11 months, finasteride for nearly 6 months, and gel tretinoin for 4 months, with inconsistent use of ketoconazole shampoo. Despite these treatments, they are losing 200-250 hairs daily and are concerned about the lack of stabilization and potential continuous hair loss.

      community Hairloss journey of 11 months on finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride for 11 months, minoxidil since September, dutasteride weekly, chelated iron supplements, and derma rolling, but his hair loss has worsened. He switched finasteride brands from Finalo and Finbald, and is concerned about decreased hair density.