The user is considering starting minoxidil or getting their scalp checked for permanent scarring due to noticing thinner hair after bleaching. They are seeking advice on hair loss remedies.
A user shared their 5-year journey with hair loss, detailing treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, plasma therapy, and mesotherapy. They initially avoided finasteride but later started using it due to dissatisfaction with minoxidil alone.
Topical formulations, natural products, and CAM therapies are being used to treat Androgenic alopecia to avoid side effects of Finasteride and Minoxidil. The review covers various low-risk, alternative treatment options.
The user has been using Finasteride for 7 years, RU58841, Stemoxydine, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss treatment but still experiences an itchy and inflamed scalp. They have not yet tried the prescribed oral Minoxidil and are considering lifestyle factors like diet and sleep as potential contributors to the issue.
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.
A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, itching, soreness, and numbness on the scalp, with symptoms including dry, brittle hair and scalp irritation. Treatments tried include Nizoral, salt water, various oils, and antihistamines, with limited success; a chemist suggested a possible fungal infection, while a doctor suspected male pattern baldness.
The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hair shedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.
A 27-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for over six months to stabilize hair loss and prepare for a potential hair transplant. While some users suggest switching to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil usage, others note minimal progress, with some hair stabilization but concerns about thinning at the crown.
Stress can trigger hair loss, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride being used to manage it. Some users report improvement with medications like Lexapro, while others emphasize the impact of stress and life events on hair health.
Hair loss has slowed, but uneven growth and kinking persist despite using keto/nizoral shampoo and clotrimazole. Stress and anxiety might be contributing factors.
The user is exploring alternatives to hair transplants due to a weak donor area and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, low-level laser therapy, Nizoral shampoo, and a high-protein diet. They plan to switch to dutasteride and consider adding RU58841, while rejecting hair systems and considering a buzz cut.
A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.
A user's transformation from an accountant to a spartan with a full beard, discussing the potential of DUPA and alopeciaareata, as well as treatments like vitamins, topicals, and natural treatments for potential regrowth.
A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, with no family history of baldness except for maternal grandfather. The user is advised to continue the treatment for Androgenic Alopecia and not rely on home remedies.
Aminexil/Kopexil may help reduce hair loss by addressing perifollicular fibrosis in androgenetic alopecia, but it lacks the extensive clinical backing of finasteride and minoxidil. Some users find it effective, but availability and cost are issues, especially in the US where it's not FDA-approved.
The conversation discusses hair loss concerns, specifically traction alopecia and hair loss from acne. It mentions that sleeping on one side is unlikely to cause traction alopecia.
A 26-year-old man with diffuse alopecia is using electric scalp massage, dermastamp, and multivitamins for treatment but is intolerant to finasteride. A dermatologist recommended PRP and mesotherapy with exosomes and dutasteride.
A female user's diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, and the advice shared in response which suggests taking spironolactone and minoxidil together to prevent hair loss.
The user stopped oral treatments due to side effects and switched to a regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, azelaic acid, and dermaneedling, with recent addition of topical finasteride. They are questioning the long-term effectiveness of non-hormonal methods and considering hair transplantation.
After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.
A user is experiencing hair loss in the center of their hairline and has been using topical finasteride for seven months with minimal progress. They are considering switching treatments due to concerns about losing ground and potential side effects of other options.
A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss since 17 uses finasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral castor oil, but sees little improvement. They seek advice on adding an anti-androgen, considering alfatradiol.
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 user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hair loss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.
A user is 8 months into treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and pyrilutamide, but feels their condition is worsening. They are considering increasing their finasteride dosage due to aggressive hair loss and are experiencing scalp itchiness.
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
A user experienced continuous hair shedding for six months after using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They switched to minoxidil gel and oral finasteride 1 mg due to scalp itchiness and are seeking advice on their situation.
The user has been experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride. Despite normal bloodwork and consulting dermatologists, the hair loss continues without improvement.
The user has been treating hair loss for 7 months using a combination of pyrilutamide, a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling, a topical mix of GHK-Cu and minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, fish collagen peptides, zinc, and vitamin D3. Another user suggests that continuous small improvements could lead to significant hair regrowth over time.
The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.