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      community TE Shedding for nearly 10 months now

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.

      community My bloodwork results from dermatologist

      in Chat  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and bloodwork results, focusing on zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing telogen effluvium after surgery and seeks advice on supplementation.

      community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.

      community Starting ketoconzole. How much and How many times a week?

      in Ketoconazole  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing severe dandruff and hair loss, considering using ketoconazole shampoo 2% to manage these issues. They seek advice on application frequency and effectiveness, with suggestions to use it 2-3 times a week and to consider other treatments like finasteride for hair loss.

      community Dermaneedling+minox+tretinoin+azaleic acid and hair loss

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user stopped oral treatments due to side effects and switched to a regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, azelaic acid, and dermaneedling, with recent addition of topical finasteride. They are questioning the long-term effectiveness of non-hormonal methods and considering hair transplantation.

      community fin-min-keto-derma did not work for me. 24 yo

      in Update  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old tried minoxidil, finasteride, keto shampoo, and derma-rolling for hair loss but saw no improvement and is now at Norwood 5. They feel there's nothing more they can do and are considering going bald despite not liking the look.

      community I just went to a dermatologist and there were many red flags about him.

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss concerns and was prescribed a hair lotion called "Lotion revolotion evdermia," which is meant for hair toning, hydration, and anti-aging, not regrowth. The user found the dermatologist's behavior and the prescription to be questionable.

      community Does Product or oil Work? What to Expect After 30 Days

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair and skin products need 4-6 weeks to show results, and consistency is crucial for effectiveness. Track progress weekly with photos and notes, and if no changes occur after 8 weeks, consider changing products.

      community Formula 82f and Keto?

      in Minoxidil  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using a topical treatment called Formula 82f, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, and a steroid, along with Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are considering whether to switch to oral medication for better results.

      community 6 months progress ( READ THE TEXT BELOW )

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their 6-month hair loss progress, detailing a change in routine from using Minoxidil foam, topical Dutasteride, and topical Finasteride to using Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, derma rolling, and Keto shampoo. They seek suggestions for further improvements.

      community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

      community How to make Azelaic acid solution from powder?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      Azelaic acid is discussed for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, which can improve scalp health and potentially boost hair growth. It is suggested for topical use, especially alongside minoxidil.

      community 2 months on topical fin/min ...

      in Update  153 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a combination of 0.3% topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling once a week for two months with positive results and no side effects. They apply the treatment daily using a spray and have short hair, which makes application easier.

      community Applying Tertinoin + Moisturiser on scalp.

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin mixed with moisturizer for easier scalp application. They also plan to use a derma pen weekly.

      community Topical minoxidil and salicylic acid

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months with decent results and recently added topical minoxidil. They are concerned that salicylic acid in their skincare products might reduce minoxidil's effectiveness.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community Using ketoconazole shampoo daily?

      in Ketoconazole  24 upvotes 3 months ago
      Using ketoconazole shampoo daily can dry out hair, and most users recommend using it 1-2 times a week with conditioner. Some users combine it with minoxidil and finasteride for better hair growth results.

      community Gut health and hairloss are they linked!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Poor gut health may contribute to hair loss and scalp inflammation, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral being used. Improving gut health and addressing inflammation might help alleviate symptoms.