community Brutal shedding after switching to oral min
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused heavy shedding and thinner, brighter hair. The user is seeking advice on whether hair can recover to its previous state.
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600-630 / 1000+ results community Shedding about 4 years, now smth between NW3-4. Believed reasin was my low ferretin, but still has hairlost. Dht level is 425. Could it be dht that is the reason?
Loose-Message9596 has been experiencing hair loss for 3-4 years, initially due to low ferritin and vitamin D levels, and has tried treatments like vitamins, System 4, and PRP therapy. They are considering starting finasteride and minoxidil but are unsure due to their relatively low DHT level of 425.
community Insane dutasteride shed 4 months after switching.
The post and conversation are about a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically switching from finasteride to dutasteride. The user experienced significant hair shedding after the switch, with others suggesting patience, noting similar experiences, or questioning the user's decision and medical consultation.
community Hair thinning on dutasteride vs fin? No shed phase
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride to combat hair thinning but noticed overall thinner hair without shedding. Another user suggested that hair can't thin without shedding and recommended adding finasteride pills for peace of mind.
community DHT results after 1 year on dutasteride, confused and seeking guidance
The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is concerned about high estradiol and testosterone levels. They are advised to consult an endocrinologist for potential hormonal imbalances.
community ~3 year update on my singular DHT immune hair for you guys
The post is an update on the user's hair loss journey. They have a strong hair follicle that has remained unaffected by hair loss for almost 3 years. The user is starting finasteride and using ketoconazole, alfatradiol, and oral castor oil for hair maintenance.
community 21M Experiencing Increased Shedding After 2.5 Months on Dutasteride; Switch to Finasteride?
A 21-year-old experienced severe hair loss after stress and tried PRP, mesotherapy, and a topical finasteride + minoxidil solution, which was costly and inconvenient. They switched to dutasteride, experienced heavy shedding, and are considering switching to finasteride, with advice to consult a qualified doctor for further guidance.
community Question about making a solution of RU58841
The conversation is about making a solution of RU58841 using propanediol instead of propylene glycol due to skin irritation. The user seeks advice on whether this substitution is acceptable.
community looking for a pure high molecular weight hyaluronic acid for scalp after microneedling
The conversation is about finding a pure high molecular weight hyaluronic acid for the scalp after microneedling. A user suggests using a product from The Ordinary.
community Massive shed on Dutatsteride after a successful 3 years
OP experienced significant hair regrowth with Dutasteride over three years but recently faced a massive hair shed, raising concerns about the medication's effectiveness. OP has not used Minoxidil.
community Does discontinuing Minoxidil cause permanent damage to your hair?
Discontinuing Minoxidil typically returns hair to baseline, but some believe it may go below baseline temporarily. Continuing finasteride or dutasteride is recommended.
community Pelage, PP405, is creating a database for potential new trial volunteers
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment targeting dormant hair follicles, with ongoing trials. Some users consider stopping finasteride and minoxidil to join trials, while others doubt its effectiveness.
community where to buy 0.025 topical finasteride in liposomal gel form in europe?
The conversation is about finding a place to buy 0.025% topical finasteride in liposomal gel form in Europe. The user previously mixed their own with stemoxydine but stopped due to an oily scalp.
community Fin EOD, topical min 1x day, keto 2x a week, Vitamin D3 + Zinq - Some progress, i hope for more. Temples gotton better too, lots of babyhairs everywhere.
The user reports progress in hair regrowth using finasteride every other day, topical minoxidil once daily, ketoconazole twice a week, and Vitamin D3 with zinc. They note improvement in temple areas and the appearance of baby hairs.
community FUT Verteporfin trials coming up soon. Dr. Baghouthi will also do a second FUE trial in the next months
Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.
community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation
The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.
community Female, 27 years old, shedding/ balding despite being on what is considered to be a effective treatment plan for AGA. Considering Dut (oral) . Please help.
A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.
community Can nizoral cause hair to shed with different thicknesses/lengths or is that just miniaturization?
The user is experiencing hair shedding of different thicknesses/lengths and is using Nizoral, ciclopirox, and pyrithione zinc conditioner. They are concerned whether the shedding is due to these treatments, miniaturization, or their low-calorie diet.
community People here who stopped micronedling/dermaroller, what happened?
Some users maintained hair gains after stopping microneedling while continuing minoxidil and finasteride, while others saw no improvement or experienced hair breakage. One user switched to oral minoxidil and continued finasteride and dutasteride after seeing no results from microneedling.
community Replicel, worthy of hype or probable disappointment? Questions thread
The conversation discusses the potential of Replicel/Shiseido treatment for hair loss, questioning its effectiveness, whether it grows new follicles, and its market release timeline. It also compares Replicel to other competitors like Kyocera/RIKEN/Tsuji.
community Peak bald 2017. To a 2,000 FTE hair transplant without regiment last December. To now, 4 months later using fin, twice daily min 5%, and weekly .25 roll.
The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts in 2017, and after four and a half months of using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and Boton shampoo, they are seeing hair regrowth including the return of their widow's peak. They are considering switching to RU58841 and a deeper derma rolling treatment.
community Verteporfin FUT 9 Month Update
Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.
community Dut is completely butchering my hair
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to significant hair thinning and receding for the user, despite using topical minoxidil daily. Many users suggest that shedding is common with dutasteride, but some recommend returning to finasteride if no improvement is seen after a year.
community Diagnosed with a mild form of Alopecia
A user experienced rapid hair loss and was prescribed Desonide cream for mild Alopecia. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness and potential side effects.
community Tretinoin help. Slight burning and lots of peeling
User is using minoxidil with tretinoin 0.025% and experiencing peeling and burning on the scalp. They are unsure if it's effective or if they are using it too frequently.
community Imo everyone should take serrapeptase for a short extended period to break up scar tissue in their scalp
Treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841, as well as using serrapeptase to break up scar tissue in the scalp.
community Shower thought: at least this might be the last year we don't have Phase 2 results.
New hair loss treatments, including Breezula, VDPHL01, and PP405, are nearing Phase 3 trials, offering hope for effective solutions. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain effective, but early intervention is crucial.
community Will a salicylic acid shampoo help remove flakes caused from propylene glycol?
A user is experiencing scalp flaking from a finasteride/minoxidil topical solution and considers using salicylic acid shampoo to remove propylene glycol residue. Another user suggests trying a leave-in conditioner to address dryness and flaking.
community Diffuse thinning temporary solution
A user with diffuse thinning recommends a root cover-up spray as a temporary, medication-free solution. They plan to consult a dermatologist for treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride while using the spray for special occasions.
community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.