The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and retinoic acid, which causes scalp residue and dryness. They seek advice on removing residue and keeping the scalp moisturized.
The post and conversation are about the long-term sideeffects of using Dutasteride and Finasteride for hair loss, including issues like raised liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and loss of libido. The user advises regular blood work and careful monitoring for those using these treatments.
The conversation is about concerns regarding starting finasteride for AGA, with a preference for topical finasteride due to worries about oral sideeffects. The user is considering adding oral minoxidil later due to an allergy to topical minoxidil.
Switching from oral to topical dutasteride may reduce sideeffects like anxiety and depression while maintaining hair health. Combining it with minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermarolling could be effective for hair preservation.
Topical dutasteride with microneedling is effective for androgenetic alopecia, improving hair thickness and density. Further research is needed to confirm long-term efficacy.
An 18-year-old using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing sideeffects like delayed ejaculation and lower sex drive after three months. They are considering whether to continue with the treatment or adjust it, possibly switching back to minoxidil.
The user is experiencing an itchy scalp and acne while using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering stopping minoxidil to see if symptoms improve and possibly switching to finasteride if needed.
The conversation discusses using scalp antiandrogens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or fluridil on the face to reduce sebum production, noting that clascoterone (winlevi) is an approved facial antiandrogen with underwhelming reviews.
A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and questions his dermatologist's advice against using finasteride due to age. The dermatologist recommended a serum with aloe vera, saw palmetto, biotin, and dexpanthenol, but the user is skeptical and considers using minoxidil instead.
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.
A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no sideeffects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss, specifically using a mix of retinoic acid, finasteride, and minoxidil, after oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride were ineffective. The user is concerned about the cost and potential impact of dandruff on the absorption of topical treatments.
The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to sideeffects, with some users experiencing fewer sideeffects on dutasteride. It also mentions using liposomal topical finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo as alternative treatments.
The user started using a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide and experienced mild chest discomfort and tightness, similar to previous sideeffects from RU58841. They plan to reduce the dosage due to these sideeffects and will provide an update on the results in 1-2 months.
The user experienced sideeffects from using finasteride, both topically and orally, alongside minoxidil for hair loss. They reported increased hair shedding and are feeling distressed about their receding hairline.
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.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of Finasteride, Nizoral, and dermarolling; potential results from these treatments are discussed, along with potential sideeffects.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and saw significant improvement in under two months. They also microneedle, take supplements including collagen and vitamin D3, use ketoconazole shampoo, and noticed accidental hair regrowth with retinol application on their face.
User switched from finasteride to combination dutasteride and finasteride for hair density improvement. They noticed less hair shedding and more youthful skin, with a reply suggesting less DHT could increase elastin in skin.
Using dermaneedling or dermapen for hair loss while managing seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Treatments mentioned include ketoconazole, peppermint and jojoba oil, and rubbing alcohol.
Users discuss their experiences with dutasteride for hair loss, noting varying results such as regrowth, shedding, and sideeffects. Some users also mention using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with mixed outcomes on hair quality and sideeffects.
The conversation discusses a user's 1.5-year experience with oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss, mentioning sideeffects like itchy nipples and ball ache. Specific treatments used are 5mg of minoxidil and 0.5mg of dutasteride daily.
A 19-year-old concerned about long-term effects of 5AR inhibitors on physical appearance. They have used finasteride and plan to try dutasteride or RU58841; responses suggest improved skin, hair, and confidence.
A dermatologist prescribed a topical hair loss treatment containing finasteride, biotin, melatonin, and caffeine without alcohol. The user is skeptical about its effectiveness.
RU58841 may cause heart-related sideeffects like palpitations and chest pain, though evidence is mostly anecdotal. Users report mixed experiences, with some stopping due to sideeffects and others using it without issues, but concerns about its safety and sourcing remain.
A person experienced severe sexual sideeffects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
The user experienced increased shedding and sideeffects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.
A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.
The conversation discusses treating sideeffects of hair loss treatments. Recommendations include lifting heavy weights, reducing body fat, taking ZMA and D3 supplements, improving diet, taking DIM, reducing finasteride dosage, avoiding alcohol, drinking water, getting quality sleep, and not obsessing over sideeffects.