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community Scalp redness and in that spot having thinning hair?
The user noticed increased hair thinning and scalp redness on one side of their temple. They are seeking advice on what this could be and how to address it.
community 18M: Persistent Hair Loss at Temples Despite Minoxidil/Finasteride, Adjust Dosage?
An 18-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He is concerned about continued shedding, mild sexual side effects, and whether to adjust his finasteride dosage.
community C60 + microneedling – on off days from Pyrilutimide
User discusses using C60 serum with microneedling at 1.75mm and asks if it's safe. Current routine includes daily Pyril on temples, weekly microneedling, and C60 serum on non-Pyril days.
community 18M Diffuse Thinning Progress: 11 Months Oral Minoxidil + 3 Months Vit D3/ K2 (No DHT Blockers)
community What factors cause more regrowth for MTF people with hormone replacement therapy?
Hair regrowth in transfems is more effective due to hormonal changes, specifically estrogen, which keeps hair in growth phase longer. Treatments mentioned include anti-androgens, sex hormones, and DHT blockers like finasteride.
community Minoxidil and skin aging worry - which prevention methods (platelet rich plasma, microneedlig, mesotherapy, stem cells, co2, ultherapy, ...)
User started minoxidil, noticed forehead lines and dark circles, and asked for non-invasive skin aging prevention methods. Another user suggested using tretinoin and hyaluronic acid for long-term benefits.
community Gyno & testoterone level
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.
community Tretinoin+Minoxidil heavy shedding. (31M)
A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.
community are all vellus hairs likely to go terminal if fin/dut + min + tret are used long enough?
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
community Just sharing my holy grails. I have SO many baby hairs. I suffered with telogen effluvium and personally adding in a protein shake a day helped tremendously, I didn’t realize how packed full of vitamins they were. I used TOPICAL minox and had an elevated heart rate
The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.
community Second shed and more abnormalities
The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.
community Hopefully a logical question regarding dermarolling.
A user discusses using dermastamping for hair loss and questions the timing of applying a mixture of peppermint oil, spearmint oil, rosemary oil, and castor oil due to their anti-inflammatory effects. They wonder if waiting 10 hours after stamping would be more effective.
community Just took a pic of my hair under direct sunlight for the first time in months. Instant regret.
The conversation is about disappointment with hair loss progress despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, tretinoin, and a dermaroller. Direct sunlight revealed more hair loss than expected, prompting continued treatment and hope for improvement.
community Temple regrowth, what worked for you?
Minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling are commonly used for temple regrowth, with varying results and timelines. Consistency and patience are emphasized, with some users seeing progress after several years.
community microneedling and sun exposure
Avoid sun exposure for 7-14 days after microneedling the scalp, using a hat for protection. Sunscreen on the scalp can be messy and irritating.
community TE Shedding for nearly 10 months now
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.
community The crazy thing with diffuse thinning is one day you think you have no hair loss, and another day you think you have no hair
The post and conversation discuss the unpredictable nature of diffuse thinning, a type of hair loss. Users share personal experiences, with some mentioning treatments like oral finasteride and toppik, and the need for patience with these treatments.
community How do I deal with extremely dry curly hair after topical minoxidil+finasteride application?
Topical minoxidil and finasteride can cause hair dryness and styling difficulties, especially for curly hair. Users suggest switching formulations or showering before going out to manage the dryness.
community 16month progress on crazy stack
The user has been using a strong combination of hair loss treatments for 16 months, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU-58841, but their hair loss has worsened. They're questioning whether their high testosterone levels or residual scalp DHT are causing further hair loss, with a reply suggesting that even small amounts of DHT can cause hair loss if one is sensitive to it.
community Unorthodox recovery timeline - 2.5 years minoxidil, 0.5 years finasteride, 2 years HRT
The post discusses a user's successful hair recovery using minoxidil, finasteride, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with cyproterone acetate and estradiol. The user experienced significant improvement in hair density and hairline recovery.
community Losing hairs on aggressive treatment.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using estradiol, bicalutamide, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They stopped minoxidil temporarily, which worsened their condition, and are considering oral minoxidil but are concerned about side effects and cost.
community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects
The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.
community COQ10 + PQQ for scalp inflammation??
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.
community Taking a break off oral minoxidil after 2 years of everyday use.
The conversation is about a user taking a break from oral minoxidil due to persistent eye puffiness after two years of use. Suggestions include switching to topical minoxidil foam and adjusting the dosage to manage side effects.
community 4 Months on Dut+Topical Min barely any progress.
community due to medication, age, over use of color and heat, my hair began to fall out and break. I shaved my head (35F) and I’m horrified at myself now
A woman experienced significant hair loss due to medication, hair coloring, and heat damage, leading her to shave her head and feel distressed. She is considering using wigs and possibly oral minoxidil to manage the situation while her hair regrows.
community Severe Hair Loss Post-Surgery and Stress, Possible DUPA or Alopecia?
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.
community Mild shedding after switching minoxidil formulations – coincidence or related?
Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil may cause mild shedding, possibly due to differences in absorption. Returning to the original liquid formulation typically stabilizes shedding within a few weeks.
community This shedding phase is brutal man…
The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.