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A 16-year-old started using ketoconazole 2% and redensyl for hair loss, as minoxidil and finasteride are not recommended until age 18. They are seeking feedback on whether the treatment is effective or maintaining their hair.

The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.

Minoxidil may cause increased prolactin levels, leading to side effects like puffy nipples and chest tenderness. Users experienced these issues and considered stopping minoxidil while continuing or switching to other treatments like finasteride, microneedling, and supplements.

A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.

Clascoterone 5% topical solution shows promise for treating male-pattern hair loss by blocking DHT at the follicle without systemic absorption, potentially offering fewer side effects than oral treatments like finasteride. While results are promising, long-term safety and effectiveness need further study, and it may serve as a starting point for developing more effective treatments.

A user asked if olive oil can replace propylene glycol or glycerin in topical finasteride preparation. Another user advised against it, suggesting MCT oil instead due to olive oil's potential to worsen dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.

The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes double the recommended dose of Minoxidil foam once nightly, a mix of RU58841 and stemoxydine after the Minoxidil dries, ketoconazole every other day, and weekly microneedling with alternating depths. They are also considering starting finasteride soon.

Mixing Dutasteride with MCT oil may improve absorption due to its fat-soluble nature. Users suggest taking it with whole milk or using oil-based capsules for better effectiveness.

The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss prevention, expressing concerns about potential side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. They are currently taking saw palmetto, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, and biotin but are unsure if these will be effective.

The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

The user experienced high liver enzyme levels, possibly due to topical finasteride or supplements, and decided to stop using finasteride while continuing minoxidil. After stopping finasteride and supplements, liver levels returned to normal, suggesting finasteride or supplements might have been the cause.

The conversation is about managing side effects of finasteride for hair loss, with users discussing splitting 1mg pills into 0.5mg doses to reduce fatigue and other side effects. Some users experienced initial side effects like fatigue and heart palpitations, which improved over time or with dose adjustments.

The user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, and discusses the side effects like lowered libido and motivation. They recommend trying tyrosine to counter these effects, noting it improved their libido and energy levels.

A 19-year-old is experiencing hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil at night, topical redensyl in the morning, and weekly dermarolling. They have been on the treatment for a month and plan to share monthly updates over the next two years.

A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

The conversation discusses hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, red light therapy, massage, and a keto diet. The user reports positive results and no negative effects on libido, attributing this to a healthy lifestyle and additional supplements.

A user stopped oral finasteride after 7 years due to decreased libido and switched to topical finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and discussed alternatives like dutasteride and topical treatments.

A 26-year-old is taking 1mg finasteride for hair loss prevention, experiencing side effects like low libido, and considering adding minoxidil but is hesitant. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, possibly adjusting the dosage, and incorporating scalp massages or microneedling to improve results.

The conversation is about the potential cost of GT20029 if FDA approved, with estimates around $150/month. Comparisons are made between GT20029, finasteride, and their mechanisms and side effects.

User plans to switch from oral to .005% topical finasteride, using a solvent from minoxidilmax and later Essengen-F. They will monitor DHT levels and seek advice on solvents and sleep caps.

A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.

The user has been using dutasteride and finasteride but still experiences hair loss and high DHT levels. They plan to try topical finasteride and RU58841 while continuing dutasteride to see if topicals are more effective.

A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared blood test results and experienced side effects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce side effects.

User started oral finasteride 0.33mg daily and later made a topical solution with cetirizine and stemoxydine. They experienced hair growth progress after 8-9 months and discussed factors affecting their results.

User discusses using finasteride, ketoconazole, fish oil, nettle root, saw palmetto, emu oil, and plans to start minoxidil for hair loss. They report maintaining hair with minor side effects like slightly lower libido and watery semen.

Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.

The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

The user has been taking small doses of Finasteride, mixed with Stemoxydine, which has helped maintain their existing hair but not regrow new hair. They're considering dissolving the Finasteride in high-alcohol content drinks for easier administration and are seeking opinions on this method.

Improving hair health involves not only using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole but also focusing on a healthy lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and stress management. A balanced approach enhances treatment effectiveness and overall well-being.