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A journey to treat hair loss with Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as dermarolling and low level laser cap treatments. They have been documenting the progress over 7 months since the start of their journey.

The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.

User switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil after dermatologist's recommendation. Others in conversation express interest and support for the new treatment.

Liposomal carriers for topical finasteride offer better targeting, reduced side effects, and less irritation compared to alcohol-based solutions, but availability and cost may limit their use. Minoxidil can dissolve in liposomal carriers, enhancing delivery and stability.

The user experienced positive scalp results with Dutasteride but noticed beard thinning, prompting a switch back to Finasteride. They plan to monitor the situation and may consider combining treatments in the future.

A 22-year-old male is switching from topical to oral minoxidil due to limited results with topical use, while continuing oral finasteride and considering side effects. Users discuss experiences with oral minoxidil, noting potential side effects like swelling and headaches, but also its effectiveness compared to topical treatments.

Finasteride is preferred over dutasteride due to its longer history, more research, and FDA approval, despite dutasteride being more potent. Users report varied side effects, influencing personal treatment choices.

A 20-year-old experienced side effects from oral finasteride and is considering switching to topical treatments, including minoxidil and tretinoin. Another user shared their experience of switching to topical finasteride and minoxidil, then to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting no side effects with dutasteride.

A 21-year-old with diffuse thinning hair is considering RU58841 due to side effects from topical finasteride and is asking for the lowest effective dose and time to see results from RU58841 users.

The conversation discusses the scalp tension theory as a potential factor in hair loss, alongside DHT, inflammation, and other mechanisms. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and botox injections, with some users exploring additional methods due to varying effectiveness.

A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.

The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil due to lack of improvement and side effects, while continuing with dutasteride or finasteride. They seek advice from others with diffuse thinning.

The conversation discusses a new liposomal topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, available in Canada and Italy, soon in the US, costing $40/month. It claims to reduce scalp DHT by 50% without affecting serum DHT, potentially benefiting those who can't tolerate oral finasteride or RU58841.

The conversation discusses hair transplant experiences and decisions, focusing on whether individuals would choose the same doctor again. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, experiencing significant hair shedding. They plan to continue this regimen for a year before deciding on any changes.

People discussing their experiences with hair loss treatments found that switching from finasteride (Fin) to dutasteride (Dut) often resulted in improved hair thickness and health, despite some experiencing side effects or shedding phases. Some users switched due to diminishing results with Fin, while others were curious about the potential for better outcomes with Dut.

User started with rosemary oil, then used oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, derma rolling, and keto for hair loss treatment. Significant progress was made, and others praised the aggressive approach.

The conversation discusses the use of Dutasteride scalp injections (mesotherapy) for hair loss. Users are sharing their experiences and seeking information on its effectiveness.

The user is considering switching from finasteride to daily dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil to their current regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling due to a lack of progress in hair regrowth. They are seeking advice on whether this change could make a difference.

A user from France is seeking advice on obtaining dutasteride online without a prescription, as they already use finasteride. They are looking for a safe international pharmacy for delivery.

A user's experimentation with various hair loss treatments, including medications and topical applications; as well as their desire to experience unusual sensations through the use of drugs.

The conversation discusses concerns about Dr. Rassman's topical Finasteride, specifically whether it is liposomal or glycol-based. Dr. Rassman insists on providing the correct liposomal formulation and urges patients to contact him if they receive the wrong product.

The user has been taking finasteride for nearly 5 years and is now adding dutasteride to their regimen to maintain hair loss prevention. They seek advice on transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride.

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride as a treatment for hair loss, and discussing possible side effects or results of the switch.

Recruitment for a verteporfin trial and a separate hair cloning trial using verteporfin and other methods is underway, with locations in Jordan, NYC, Beverly Hills, and Memphis. Dr. Bloxham is conducting the hair cloning trial, and interested participants are encouraged to contact him directly.

The conversation discusses using both oral and topical finasteride, along with minoxidil, for hair loss treatment. The user reports progress with finasteride and considers switching to dutasteride for potentially better results.

User creates 0.1% topical finasteride solution using Alfatradiol Avixis base. Seeks help to ensure alfatradiol base dissolves finasteride.

The user has been using topical minoxidil with other ingredients and oral finasteride, but its effectiveness has decreased. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil after experiencing side effects with dutasteride.

The efficacy of various hair loss treatments, including Finasteride and Dutasteride, with personal anecdotal evidence about potential side effects. It also includes advice to get a male hormone blood panel done before starting treatment, and lifestyle changes to minimize side effects.

A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.