A user experienced hairloss and thinning after starting a high-dose vitamin B complex. They are seeking advice on whether others have had similar experiences.
The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hairloss treatments, but it may not last long.
The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal side effects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hairloss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hairloss progresses in the meantime.
The user noticed hair thinning and has been using a treatment with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17 alpha estradiol for three months, seeing some regrowth. The user had dermatitis, now cured, which worsened the hairloss.
A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hairloss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hairloss.
Clascoterone is promising for hairloss, showing 24.5% improvement in satisfaction compared to placebo. Users consider it an alternative to finasteride, with concerns about absorption and side effects.
The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hairloss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hair thinning.
The user has been experiencing continuous hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
A user shared their aggressive hairloss treatment regimen, which includes daily use of Avodart (dutasteride) and Minoxidil, bi-weekly use of Davines Purifying shampoo, and almost daily use of Ducray Anaphase+ shampoo, along with supplements like vitamin D3, collagen, biotin, and zinc. They also use a dermastamp every 10 days and are considering a hair transplant for increased density, followed by a switch to finasteride and Minoxidil foam.
A user is seeking alternatives to finasteride for hairloss during a planned break for family planning reasons. They inquire about pyrilutamide, cosmern, and other potential future treatments.
PP405 is a new hairloss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.
A new hairloss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.
A 19-year-old female is experiencing significant hairloss, with symptoms including alternating hair colors and thinning body hair. She seeks advice on coping and potential treatments, with suggestions to consult a dermatologist and check thyroid and hormone levels.
The user is starting a new hairloss treatment routine with Minoxidil, Redensyl, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects and are considering future treatments like pyrilutamide.
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
The user regained hair using a routine including Nizoral shampoo, 0.5mg finasteride daily, topical minoxidil at night, and microneedling every two weeks. They switched from topical to oral finasteride to save money.
The user has been using dutasteride, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss, recently adding minoxidil and tretinoin, and plans to start microneedling. They advise starting treatments early to maintain hair, as regrowth is more challenging.
A 35-year-old has seen no hair regrowth after 9 months using treatments including finasteride, pyrilutamide, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and topical dutasteride, but experienced side effects with RU58841. Commenters suggest starting minoxidil for better results and question why it wasn't included from the beginning.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hairloss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hairloss to tailor treatment effectively.
The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hairloss treatment after 1.5 months, using topical finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and minoxidil shampoo, despite the drying effect of keto shampoo and a change in hair texture due to accutane. Responses include congratulations, personal experiences with hairloss treatments, and a mention of accutane's negative impact on hair.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.
User ItchyRaccoon experienced significant hairloss reduction using Eucapil after trying low-dose topical finasteride with no results. Some replies mention that shed hair counts are not reliable indicators of hairloss progression or regression.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.
Creatine is reported by many to increase hairloss, though no scientific evidence supports this. Some use finasteride and minoxidil to manage hairloss, while others avoid creatine due to personal experiences.
A user shared their 6.5-month experience with topical finasteride (2%) and minoxidil (5%), noting initial progress followed by a significant shedding phase. Others in the conversation reassured that shedding is normal and suggested staying consistent with the treatment for potential regrowth.
Stopping finasteride and dutasteride due to military service in Egypt. Temporary hair shedding may occur, but hair should recover after resuming treatment.
Creatine may cause hair thinning for some, but experiences vary. Some users on finasteride report no hairloss from creatine, while others notice shedding that reverses after stopping creatine.
A 31-year-old with diffuse thinning experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly 5 months on Finasteride 0.75mg MWF. Despite initial side effects like testicle pain and reduced sex drive, these issues resolved, and positive effects included reduced nighttime urination and scalp itching.
The conversation discusses the potential release date of a hairloss treatment called Pyrilutamide. One user suggests it may be available in about 5 years.