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      community NW5.5 testing stack of most common "alternative" treatments and methods

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.

      community 9month progress on minoxidil foam

      in Progress Pictures  127 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 31-year-old woman shared her 9-month progress using 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss, noting significant improvement after initial shedding and seeing regrowth by month 4. She also used ketoconazole shampoo and has been on spironolactone for acne, but did not use finasteride.

      community My 3 month 'progress' so far. I feel like it's working.

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing positive hair growth after 3 months using 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and biotin shampoo, with some side effects like reduced libido and palpitations. They plan to continue treatment for a year before considering a hair transplant, as advised by another user who suggests waiting for full results from minoxidil and finasteride.

      community How to deal with mechanically induced shedding

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.

      community Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.

      community My 2-Year Journey – Meds Finally Kicking In

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  408 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.

      community Is the DHT itch fact or fiction?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      DHT itch's existence is debated, with some claiming it's real and others saying it's psychological. Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and addressing scalp conditions like dandruff or eczema may help reduce itchiness.

      community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

      in Progress Pictures  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

      community 3 months. Dut, Min, Keto, Vitamin D, exercise

      in Progress Pictures  353 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.

      community 2 months Minoxidil / Finasteride from RO May 8 - July 17

      in Minoxidil  165 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced positive results with topical Minoxidil 6%, Finasteride 0.3%, and Tretinoin 0.025% over two months, with improved hair density and no significant side effects except for a dry, itchy scalp. The user uses a biotin shampoo and conditioner to manage scalp issues and applies the treatment once daily.

      community [M37] 8 months progress with mostly derma rolling and scalp massaging

      in Progress Pictures  621 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old male stopped using finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and switched to derma rolling, scalp massaging, and Revita shampoo, resulting in thicker, healthier hair with new growth. Users discuss the effectiveness of mechanical scalp stimulation, with some sharing similar positive experiences and others expressing skepticism.

      community Pérdida de cabello en jóvenes (15-20 años) mi experiencia.

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old shares his hair loss experience and treatment routine, which includes 1mg finasteride daily, 2mg oral minoxidil daily, ketoconazole shampoo every 2 days, and a healthy lifestyle. He notes that oral minoxidil is showing better results than topical minoxidil.

      community Shall I trust my dermatologist? Kindly guide me

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and is unsure whether to trust their dermatologist's prescription of minoxidil, fearing potential hormonal effects. Other users suggest using finasteride to block DHT and recommend a blood test to check for underlying issues, while advising against relying solely on shampoos for hair loss treatment.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss 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.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.

      community Im struggling with sebderm need help

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Help with female pattern baldness

      in Female  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

      community How to use conditioner and essential oils without it touching roots?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking advice on applying conditioner and essential oils without touching the scalp due to thinning hair, while using treatments like topical finasteride, minoxidil, and pyril. They are experimenting with hair care routines and have noticed some improvements with their current treatment regimen.

      community Anyone ever try this product? If yes, how it goes?

      in Product 2 years ago
      A hair loss product containing ingredients like saw palmetto, biotin, vitamin D, and others, which claims to promote healthy hair growth and support men's health. However, user reviews are mixed, with some experiencing side effects like mood swings and nausea, and others questioning its effectiveness compared to a simple multivitamin.

      community Scalp health/dandruff

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      User is experiencing a very dry scalp with thick white flakes from using liquid minoxidil twice daily for a year. They use Nizoral every 10 days and are seeking advice for a healthier scalp, with a suggestion to use finasteride instead.