The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, Nizoral, biotin, RU58841, minoxidil, Pantostin/Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, and micro needling for hairloss. They are considering adding oral minoxidil.
The post discusses a user's experience with hairloss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hairloss solution.
A user discusses fighting hairloss without finasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, stinging nettles, biotin, a boar bristle brush, and a derma roller. Replies suggest finasteride is necessary for effective hairloss prevention.
A 20-year-old with aggressive hairloss is using oral minoxidil and finasteride, considering a buzz cut to manage appearance. Most suggest a buzz cut or shaving, recommending patience with medication and possibly trying RU58841 or dutasteride.
Stress can lead to hairloss by affecting hair-follicle stem cells, and this loss is harder to recover from if one has male pattern baldness (MPB). Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to address hairloss, but stress-related hairloss differs from androgenic alopecia.
Stevia microneedles increased minoxidil absorption and hair growth in mice. The conversation humorously questions the applicability of these results to humans.
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair growth, but increasing testosterone, even naturally with ashwagandha, may increase DHT, potentially affecting hairloss if predisposed to male pattern baldness. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can be beneficial for energy and muscle gain but may expedite hairloss if already prone to it.
A user on dutasteride for hairloss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a daily oral combination of minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1.1mg) without side effects. Others shared their experiences with similar treatments, noting varying results and side effects.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.
A 24-year-old male is experiencing hairloss due to low ferritin and vitamin D deficiency, and is using iron supplements, vitamin D3, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment. Users suggest increasing vitamin D and iron intake for better results and recommend consulting a professional for proper dosage.
The user experienced hair thinning despite using finasteride and switched to a ketoconazole shampoo without sulfates to address scalp itching and dandruff. They hope this will stop further hair thinning.
High-dose Lysine and Histidine supplements caused curly/kinky hair and shedding due to Elastin dysfunction. Minoxidil, white tea, and dark grape juice were mentioned as treatments to inhibit Elastase and mimic Lysyl Oxidase.
The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hairloss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hairloss management.
The conversation discusses the potential impact of marijuana on hairloss, with some users suggesting it may worsen hairloss due to hormonal changes, while others believe it might alter perception rather than cause actual thinning. The original poster uses Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) for treatment and is considering quitting marijuana to see if it affects hair health.
Elevated PGD2 levels in bald scalp tissue may contribute to hairloss, and treatments like castor oil, finasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as potential solutions. Some users explore alternatives like oral castor oil and cetirizine for those who cannot use finasteride.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, including the use of minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral. Participants emphasize the importance of finasteride and minoxidil, while also considering factors like diet, stress, and scalp health.
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.
Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hairloss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.
GT20029, a new hairloss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
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.
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hairloss in some individuals, but opinions vary. Some users report hairloss while on creatine, while others see no effect, especially when using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
A 31-year-old male with low normal-range testosterone and DHT is experiencing significant hairloss from the front scalp. He has tried Minoxidil, vitamin D3 and B12 supplements, and exercises regularly but is still seeking the root cause and effective treatment.
After experiencing hairloss due to alopecia areata following COVID-19 vaccination and infection, the individual saw improvement with steroid treatments and Olumiant. They paused Olumiant during a second COVID-19 infection and expressed concern about potential hairloss flare-ups.
The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.
A user shared a natural hairloss treatment involving micro-needling and a mix of turmeric, cinnamon, and coconut oil, claiming it effectively thickened their hair. The treatment is applied every two to three weeks, but some users expressed skepticism and requested photographic evidence.
User Wonderful_Tonight910 suffered from hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis for years. After using irritant-free shampoo, their scalp improved, hairloss stopped, and new hair growth appeared.