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      community Can topicals cause a never ending shed?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.

      community Anyone else experiencing scalp inflammation? Get in here!

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user found that taking Zyrtec (Cetirizine) and Advil helped reduce their scalp inflammation and pain, potentially creating a better environment for hair growth. They have not used any other medication for hair loss or scalp issues.

      community Recommended lotion for irritated scalp?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user seeks a lotion for an inflamed, itchy scalp caused by DHT, asking for options that promote blood flow and contain hair vitamins like caffeine and biotin. Another user suggests using a mix of mustard oil and coconut oil.

      community Seborrheic dermatitis - can it cause long-term shedding (or telogen effluvium)?

      in Advice  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.

      community Daily keto and twice daily topical fin/mix. Too much?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      DutchFella1993 has been using a lotion with finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth with some success and is considering using ketoconazole shampoo daily to reduce scalp itchiness. There's concern about the harshness of daily shampooing and twice-daily lotion application, and one reply suggests that daily use of ketoconazole may damage hair and questions its effectiveness, while also noting that once-daily minoxidil application is sufficient.

      community Dermatitis and Nizoral

      in Ketoconazole 6 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair loss and dermatitis, which improved with tea tree oil and neem extract. He is considering using a 2% Ketoconazole solution for further treatment.

      community Latanoprost shed - anyone have experience?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hair shedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.

      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 lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community 3 month on min. Started keto shampoo and dut topical

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical and oral minoxidil in December 2024, added keto shampoo in February 2025, and began using a topical mix of dutasteride and minoxidil. The keto shampoo helped with scalp itchiness, but the hairline looks the same, and existing hairs appear frail and thin.

      community Anyone in Pyrilutamide currently?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      User considers trying Pyrilutamide for hair loss and itch relief. Another user shares positive experience with Pyrilutamide, no side effects.

      community day 107 of kx826 .5% . 1+ years on topical minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.

      community I am RESTLESS and not STRESSLESS due to my issues of TRESSLESS :(

      in Female  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.

      community 23m is this progress or not ….

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using minoxidil and finasteride but reported scalp itching, possibly due to the liquid form of minoxidil. They also use ketoconazole shampoo to manage flakes, which they clarify are not dandruff.

      community 7 years on Fin… I’m tired of this

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.

      community Is 2% Ketoconazole worth trying?

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is considering adding 2% ketoconazole to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride to address scalp itchiness and inflammation. Another user suggests controlling inflammation is important for managing hair loss.
      What’s wrong with my scalp?

      community What’s wrong with my scalp?

      in General  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes on their scalp despite using anti-dandruff shampoos and oils for six weeks. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole at higher concentrations, as it might be seborrheic dermatitis, which can lead to hair loss if untreated.