The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to increased hairloss. They have resumed these treatments and are considering a hair transplant.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride worsened hairloss and caused a burning sensation. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, using ketoconazole shampoo, and consulting a dermatologist.
An 18-year-old is dealing with hairloss and considering minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include starting finasteride, saving for a hair transplant, embracing baldness, and focusing on self-improvement.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hairloss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.
A user shared their 6-month update on hairloss treatment, using daily Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, topical Finasteride, dermastamping, and PRP treatments. They reported improved hair quality but no significant regrowth or density increase, and plan to continue the regimen for another year before considering a hair transplant.
Clascoterone is being discussed as a promising new hairloss treatment, showing significant improvement in trials. Despite this, skepticism persists about its effectiveness, cost, and side effects, with some users preferring minoxidil and finasteride.
Finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as effective hairloss treatments, with mixed opinions on their use and side effects. The conversation highlights a divide between supporting medical treatments and accepting baldness.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to hairloss despite continued use of minoxidil. Many recommend reintroducing finasteride, as responses to treatments can vary.
A 31-year-old male is using a hairloss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.
The user shared a 4-month update on hairloss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma stamps, showing significant progress. The user experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment, updating monthly.
A user shared their experience with finasteride for hairloss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hairloss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The conversation discusses topical androgen receptor blockers for hairloss, mentioning Clascoterone, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and RU58841. Ketoconazole's effectiveness and application methods are also debated.
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hairloss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.
A woman has been struggling with hairloss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.
User discusses Fermented Rice Water as a hairloss treatment, with one person claiming it helped regrow their hair. Others share their experiences and opinions, with some skepticism and alternative explanations.
User shared 7-month progress of hairloss treatment, using daily 1mg Fin, 2x Min, monthly micro-needling, and ketocoz shampoo. They advise focusing on haircare, diet, and mental health after establishing a routine.
User harlital shared their 9-month hairloss journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but experienced worse results. Commenters suggested patience, checking for other causes, and considering dutasteride after 12-24 months if no improvement.
The user's 42 month experience using finasteride for hairloss, their opinion on minoxidil use and the potential of pyrilutamide and another Chinese drug as treatments.
AltruisticBro's experience with Fluridil (Eucapil) as a hairloss treatment, and the current blood work results associated with it. They are not willing to take finasteride due to potential permanent side effects.
A user's positive experience with finasteride for hairloss treatment, and another user's experience with minoxidil. They discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and the success they have had in regrowing baby hairs after several months of use.
A user shared their progress with hairloss treatment using Dutasteride Mesotherapy but mentioned they ruined their progress. Another user commented that Minoxidil caused shedding, which should regrow in three months.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hairloss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.
A user who underwent exosomes treatment for hairloss and reported their experience, with other users discussing the procedure and offering advice. They discussed options such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and hair transplants.
DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hairloss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.
The user has been using finasteride for five years and minoxidil foam for 1.5 years to combat hairloss, experiencing significant regrowth after an initial shedding phase with minoxidil. They shared progress pictures and discussed treatment experiences, including the addition of minoxidil to their regimen after noticing reduced efficacy with finasteride alone.
Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hairloss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.
The conversation is about choosing a topical antiandrogen for hairloss, with options including RU58841, CB0301, Pyrolutamide, Alfatradiol, and Fluridil. Users discuss their preferences and reasons for selecting specific treatments.
There is no permanent cure for hairloss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.