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A 24-year-old person who is worried about their hair loss after 14 months of taking finasteride and 11 months of minoxidil. Replies to the post suggested sticking with their current regimen, that shedding from one part may not be telogen effluvium, and that shedding is normal with these drugs and they should evaluate in two to three months.

The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.

User shared 4.5-month hair loss treatment results using Fin, Minoxidil, and microneedling. Others discussed postponing hair transplant and adjusting microneedling depth.

A user had a positive experience with affordable FUE hair transplants at Harmony Clinic in Cancun, Mexico, noting professionalism and good results despite minor issues. The clinic advised against using Minoxidil and Finasteride, and the user was satisfied with the initial results, planning to update progress at 12 months post-op.

Microneedling aftercare involves using saline water instead of sea water, and avoiding hyaluronic acid due to its potential pro-inflammatory effects. Users suggest using jojoba oil as a carrier for essential oils like rosemary and lavender, and combining microneedling with minoxidil for better hair regrowth results.

Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

The conversation discusses using microneedling combined with castor, peppermint, rosemary oils, and caffeine as a treatment for mild hair loss, aiming to stop or slow down hair loss and potentially regrow hair. The effectiveness of this treatment without side effects is uncertain, and it may slow hair loss but results vary.

A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.

Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.

Using a combination of micro-needling and exosome injections as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which could result in 50% or more regrowth.

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.

A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

A 35-year-old man shared his hair transplant experience in Tijuana, Mexico, choosing Artline for 5,000 grafts at a lower cost than U.S. clinics. He plans to use topical minoxidil and possibly microneedling for better results.

PP405, a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, shows promise with some participants experiencing hair regrowth in early trials. However, it is not yet considered a cure and may be used alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

PP405 increased hair density by 20% in 31% of participants, but results are considered underwhelming. Minoxidil and finasteride are seen as more effective treatments.

A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.

The user is considering postponing a scheduled hair transplant to see if finasteride and minoxidil treatments improve hair growth. Another user suggests waiting several months to assess the effectiveness of the medications before deciding on surgery.

The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.

A 57-year-old man with severe hair loss since age 14 tried various hair loss treatments over two years, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, with some minor regrowth. He also experimented with topical treatments and microneedling, but results were not cosmetically significant.

The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).

Pyrilitamide (KX-826) did not show significant improvement in hair count compared to placebo after 6 months. It's unclear if it can maintain hair at baseline.

A human trial involving the use of Verteporfin as a treatment for hair loss, which has been ongoing for 119 days with an update on its progress. Treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 have also been discussed.

The conversation discusses hair cloning trials expected to start in 2020-2021 and mentions concerns about potential delays due to the Coronavirus. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are referenced.

The conversation is about seeking updates on the hair loss treatment RCH-01, specifically its next phase and any news from Shiseido. The user recalls someone being in contact with a researcher or company representative.

The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8 months and 5 mg oral minoxidil for 14 months to address hair thinning. Despite some users seeing no change or improvement, the user feels their hairline density has decreased and corners have worsened.

A 28-year-old male shares progress on hair loss treatment using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, experiencing initial shedding but encouraged by community support. He also uses ketoconazole occasionally based on scalp oiliness.

Nicotine may negatively affect hair by reducing blood flow due to its vasoconstrictor properties, but its impact might be minimal. Finasteride users are advised to avoid nicotine to prevent potential hair loss issues.

The user is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, red light therapy, and vitamins for hair loss. Another user suggests considering a hair transplant as further progress may be limited.

Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to differences in sulfotransferase enzyme levels in the scalp, affecting people with conditions like ASD, liver disease, and androgenic alopecia. Treatments like topical tretinoin, microneedling, and using minoxidil sulfate instead of regular minoxidil can improve results for those with low enzyme levels.

Minoxidil works by opening potassium channels, leading to reduced blood pressure and potential side effects like reflex tachycardia. It is used for hair growth and affects blood pressure at high doses.