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      community Itching scalp and dandruff when i scratch it

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about managing an itchy, flaky scalp, possibly due to psoriasis, and the use of a hydrating conditioner to address dryness. The user is concerned about using conditioner due to experiencing telogen effluvium.

      community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Effects of 2% vs 5% min for sebderm

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from 2% liquid minoxidil to 5% foam minoxidil reduced scalp irritation but increased eyebrow flakiness and thinning. The user speculates that propylene glycol in the liquid formulation might have been protecting against seborrheic dermatitis while causing contact dermatitis.

      community Pili migrans? Lichen something? Seb derm?

      in Female  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.

      community Today's shedding at the 2 month mark

      in Update  18 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair shedding two months after starting 2.5mg oral minoxidil and topical finasteride. They notice thinning in areas where finasteride is applied but also see new baby hairs growing.

      community I found the solution for the Minox dandruff problem

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user found a solution for Minoxidil-induced dandruff by using a custom NRF 11.121 mixture from a local pharmacy, which includes ingredients like Isopropyl palmitate and Cremophor RH 40. This formulation prevents dryness and allows better penetration when using hair shaders.

      community Diagnosed with a mild form of Alopecia

      in Treatment 5 years ago
      A user experienced rapid hair loss and was prescribed Desonide cream for mild Alopecia. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness and potential side effects.

      community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated ๐Ÿ˜‚.

      in Progress Pictures  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

      community How to get rid of dandruff once and for all?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 20-year-old male using Minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months and keto shampoo for 5 months saw initial improvement in dandruff, but the condition returned. He recently started using 3% salicylic acid shampoo and seeks advice for persistent dandruff, which is oily and localized to the left side of his scalp.

      community Losing ground on Dut + Min + Ketoconazole

      in General  77 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo is experiencing increased hair shedding and vellus hair growth along the hairline. Concerns are raised about whether this is a seasonal shed or a potential setback.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Month 7. Dut/min/stemoxydine/microneedle. Nw7.

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress on hair regrowth using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They noted significant improvement, particularly in vellus hair growth, and discussed the potential addition of RU58841, though they experienced side effects with it previously.

      community Hydrocortisone helps with itch

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hydrocortisone helps relieve scalp itchiness, possibly caused by minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness for managing this side effect.

      community DHT itch, dandruff and sebum plugs.

      in Hair Systems  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on reducing scalp itching and dandruff using natural shampoos, witch hazel, and apple cider vinegar. The user also mentions using finasteride and observing potential regrowth, though it's difficult to confirm.

      community Desperate for help - Dread shed since 5 months!

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hair loss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      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 Scalp health/dandruff

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      User is experiencing a very dry scalp with thick white flakes from using liquid minoxidil twice daily for a year. They use Nizoral every 10 days and are seeking advice for a healthier scalp, with a suggestion to use finasteride instead.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community Scalp Itch/Continued Shedding after years

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced continued hair loss and scalp itch despite using finasteride and switching to dutasteride. They sought advice on managing these issues, with suggestions including adjusting medication frequency and trying different shampoos.