The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and clobetasol, along with needling, to combat hair loss. They are considering stopping treatment if no improvement is seen.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
RU58841, combined with 5% minoxidil, helped reduce acne and hair loss. Users discussed using RU58841 cream for acne and shared experiences with other treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.
People are discussing how to apply tretinoin to the scalp for hair loss treatment and managing scalp dryness. Specific treatments mentioned include tretinoin, minoxidil (Min), finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).
A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.
Hair loss may be linked to the TRPS1 gene and protein, not just DHT. Amplifica's AMP-303 targets mesenchymal stem cells and shows promise in treating hair loss, unlike Pelage's PP405.
Dutasteride can cause hair shedding even with suppressed testosterone levels due to previous damage from DHT. Hair shedding is often a sign of damaged hair being replaced by healthier growth.
A user experimented with applying hot water to their scalp to potentially stimulate hair growth, noting reduced dandruff but uncertain hair loss results. They started this method due to side effects from minoxidil and are considering taking a break to observe changes.
The conversation discusses a topical finasteride therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, estrone base, and breviline. A user suggests oral finasteride as a superior option.