Hairloss has slowed, but uneven growth and kinking persist despite using keto/nizoral shampoo and clotrimazole. Stress and anxiety might be contributing factors.
Winlevi (clascoterone), a DHT blocker, is being considered for hairloss treatment, though it's primarily an acne medication. Users discuss its potential effectiveness and note it may only work for a short time.
OP is pausing hairloss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.
Vitamin D deficiency may contribute to hairloss, but correcting it alone doesn't guarantee regrowth. Users report mixed results with supplements and treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
A user is experiencing hairloss despite using finasteride for over seven months and is considering switching to dutasteride, but is unsure due to mixed reviews. Another user shares a similar experience and has started using oral minoxidil and dutasteride in hopes of improvement.
Finasteride users discuss the impact of creatine on hairloss, with mixed personal experiences and no definitive evidence linking creatine to increased hairloss. Some report shedding, while others see no change, and a new study suggests creatine does not increase DHT or cause hairloss.
A user shared an extensive hairloss treatment regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, tadalafil, RU58841, microneedling, and various topical and oral supplements. Responses varied, with some suggesting the regimen is excessive and others offering additional advice or expressing skepticism about its practicality and effectiveness.
Hairloss is linked to scalp fibrosis and tension, which result from chronic mechanical stress and androgenic signaling. Treatments include blocking androgens with finasteride, promoting hair growth with topical minoxidil, and improving scalp mobility through exercises.
The user is experiencing hairloss despite using Dutasteride and plans to try RU58841, considering adding Oral Minoxidil. They express frustration with diffuse thinning and seek advice on managing hairloss.
ABS-201, a prolactin receptor blocker, shows promise in reversing hairloss and graying, with early success in macaques. Current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are still widely used, but new options like PP405 are eagerly anticipated.
The user halted hairloss using 0.01% topical liposomal finasteride daily, with no side effects or regrowth, and recently added 5% minoxidil and low-level laser therapy. They recommend this conservative approach for those hesitant about finasteride.
Hairloss due to vitamin B12 deficiency is discussed, with some users suggesting supplements and dietary changes, while others recommend medications like finasteride or dutasteride. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the cause of hairloss, with some attributing it to genetics or male pattern baldness.
A user successfully regrew hair over 20 months using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with no significant side effects. They are satisfied with the results but may consider a hair transplant for more density.
A non-binary individual experienced hairloss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.
A 32-year-old user reversed 8 years of hairloss in 15 months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user reported significant hair regrowth, despite unconventional methods like ingesting topical minoxidil, and is considering a hair transplant for further improvement.
The user has been successfully managing hairloss for five years using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement and plan to continue the treatment without breaks to maintain results.
The user started taking finasteride 1.5 years ago with some success in stopping hairloss but no regrowth, and is now experiencing increased hairloss after a recent operation, questioning if the medication stopped working or if the hairloss is temporary. They are considering switching to a different treatment and seeking advice.
The user experienced hairloss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hairloss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.
The user is concerned about hairloss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.
The conversation is about a user's hairloss treatment routine, which includes RU58841 for 9 months and Dutasteride for 6 months, with other unspecified treatments considered extra. One user inquired about the source of RU58841.
A user's progress with their hairloss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
Hair fibers impressively cover bald spots, boosting confidence. User started big 3 treatment (0.5mg fin, 1 time minoxidil 5% topical, ketoconazole 2%) for regrowth.
Hairloss impacts mental health, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell transplants discussed. There is hope for future breakthroughs, but current treatments are limited, and awareness is lacking.
A 23-year-old is experiencing hairloss, primarily at the top middle of the head, and is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Other users share their positive experiences with finasteride, suggesting it is worth trying, while also discussing the importance of researching and monitoring for any side effects.
Hairloss shouldn't dominate your life; focus on confidence and social aspects. Celebrities like Theo James, Henry Cavill, and Ryan Reynolds also experience hairloss but remain attractive and successful.
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.
Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hairloss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hairloss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
A user is starting a finasteride and minoxidil routine for diffuse pattern hairloss and is concerned about hair dependency on minoxidil. Responses suggest that new hairs may not survive without minoxidil, but existing hairs won't fall out if minoxidil is stopped, though experiences vary.
Hairloss significantly affects men's confidence and mental health. Common treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with some considering hair transplants.