Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.
A person with hairloss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hairloss might be an autoimmune response.
A user sought treatment for hairloss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topical solution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.
A user noticed increased hairloss and was prescribed Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% lotion by a dermatologist. Another user suggested changing doctors and asking for finasteride instead.
The post is about a user's one-year progress in treating hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil. The conclusion is that the user experienced gradual improvement each month, with significant results after one year.
A user's experience with hairloss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
An SSRI (paroxetine) reduced hairloss and itching for a user with male-pattern baldness, but liver issues forced discontinuation, leading to increased hairloss and anxiety. The user plans to try other anti-anxiety medications, noting stress and anxiety significantly impact hairloss.
The user plans to make a hairloss treatment combining minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin, and wants to dilute it for a larger coverage area. They are seeking advice on how to dilute the solution and where to purchase the diluting agent.
The user's experience with hairloss, their doctor explaining that they were likely hyper aware of thin spots due to anxiety and an underlying whorl in one area, and providing encouragement for those feeling discouraged. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and spironolactone.
A woman who has been experiencing hairloss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.
The user is considering hair restoration options after experiencing side effects from Minoxidil and avoiding Finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are contemplating trying Finasteride or Dutasteride and possibly undergoing a hair transplant.
The user is experiencing thinning at the temporal points and has been using minoxidil, dermarolling, and a mixture of natural oils to improve hair growth. They are considering finasteride as a potential treatment based on shared information.
The conversation discusses hairloss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hairloss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
Finasteride users discuss the impact of creatine on hairloss, with mixed personal experiences and no definitive evidence linking creatine to increased hairloss. Some report shedding, while others see no change, and a new study suggests creatine does not increase DHT or cause hairloss.
The user plans to stop finasteride after three months, believing hairloss isn't due to DHT, and will continue with oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They suspect stress and poor nutrition are the main causes and seek opinions on DHT blockers' effectiveness.
The user is frustrated with hairloss, having switched from topical minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing improvements. They are considering a hair transplant and are advised to continue the current treatment and explore therapy or lifestyle changes.
Topical high-dose vitamin C is discussed as a potential treatment for hairloss due to its ability to inhibit DHT and reduce histamine. Some users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride.
Low-dose Dutasteride, used 2-3 times a week, is as effective as daily Finasteride for hairloss with fewer side effects. Users report increased libido and better results with Dutasteride compared to Finasteride.
PP405 is discussed as a potential hairloss treatment, with doubts about its effectiveness and availability. Users mention using finasteride and minoxidil, and express concerns about PP405's cost and market release.
A 23-year-old discusses their hairloss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hairloss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.
Hair cloning technology is advancing, with clinical trials for improved methods expected by 2028 and 2029, potentially offering a solution for hairloss if donor follicles remain. Organtech's expansion into other biotech areas may secure funding, but the effectiveness of cloning depends on the availability of androgen-resistant donor follicles.
Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hairloss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
A 30-year-old man shares his successful hairloss protocol, which includes finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, low-level laser therapy, microneedling, and past use of oral minoxidil. He plans to consider dutasteride and possibly hair transplants in the future, while advising caution with crown transplants before age 35.
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hairloss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss despite dermatitis.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hairloss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.
A user regrew all their hair, including temples and bald spots, after one year of finasteride and six months of oral minoxidil. They noted finasteride helped with the crown and bald spot, while minoxidil regrew the hairline and temples.
A 35-year-old man started hairloss treatment on February 9th using 1mg finasteride, biotin/vitamin capsules, and twice-daily topical minoxidil, along with saw palmetto shampoo and weekly derma stamping. He reports seeing small, dark hairs growing in previously bald areas on his crown after two months, with no side effects.
The user started taking finasteride 1.5 years ago with some success in stopping hairloss but no regrowth, and is now experiencing increased hairloss after a recent operation, questioning if the medication stopped working or if the hairloss is temporary. They are considering switching to a different treatment and seeking advice.
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hairloss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hairloss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.