Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride can effectively improve hair growth and slow hairloss, though results may vary. Consistency is important for achieving significant improvement.
The user reported hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and dermapen, considering adding finasteride. Others shared experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, recommending finasteride for long-term results but noting potential side effects.
A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hairloss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hairloss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.
A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.
A user's 12 month update on treatment for hairloss, which include oral dutasteride and minoxidil, topical RU88541 and minoxidil, microneedling with hyaluronic acid and FinDuta, experiencing no side effects, positive results and inspiring other users.
The conversation is about a user sharing their 3-month progress with finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling for hairloss. Some suggest buzzing the hair off to better apply treatments and consider a hair transplant in the future.
The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hairloss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hairloss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hairloss without dandruff.
Bald men can still attract partners, as personality and confidence often outweigh hairloss. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used, but self-acceptance and personal satisfaction are key.
The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hairloss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.
A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.
A 30-year-old male is considering using dutasteride and fluridil for hairloss maintenance and is curious about the effectiveness of topical spironolactone, as he cannot take finasteride. He is also planning a hair transplant.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has made significant progress in their hairloss treatment using a combination of oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, dermarolling, and scalp massage. Other users have praised their progress and recommended different treatments.
A 34-year-old man started using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil in late August for hair regrowth and noticed significant progress. He shared his results and expressed gratitude, while also mourning his father's recent passing.
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hairloss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
A 42-year-old male shared his 5-month progress using oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair regrowth. He reported significant improvement and discussed the potential for further progress and maintenance, while addressing concerns about the safety of his minoxidil dosage.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dermarolling to treat hairloss; some of the replies included reports of side effects, encouragement and advice on lighting.
A 34-year-old man has used finasteride for 10 years and dutasteride for 1 year to manage hairloss, experiencing minimal side effects and slight hair thinning. He plans to continue using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral liquid finasteride, noting that cost and convenience influenced his dosage choices.
A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.
The conversation discusses the severe shedding caused by Minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences and outcomes. Some report eventual regrowth, while others see no improvement or worsening hairloss.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over two years but is experiencing worsening hairloss. They are considering adding dutasteride, switching to oral minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant, seeking advice on these options despite potential side effects.
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hairloss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
Using a combination of topical finasteride, minoxidil, caffeine and dermaroller treatments to help with hairloss, while discussing the potential results and other options.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, ZadarskiDrake, has been using minoxidil and finasteride for two years to treat hairloss. They apply minoxidil at night and have not experienced negative effects on muscle gains. They also mention using a needle pin for hair treatment.
The user, Lofi-luu, shared their transformation from balding to having a full head of hair after getting a hair transplant and using finasteride for almost 2 years. They also discussed their workout routine and emphasized the importance of not letting balding hold them back in life.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hairloss but hasn't seen regrowth, only maintenance. They are considering switching to dutasteride, which is believed to be more effective, but are concerned about potential side effects.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hairloss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hairloss management.