The conversation is about young men under 20 experiencing hairloss. They discuss their experiences and treatments used, including finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min).
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.
A user who has been trying various treatments for hairloss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hairloss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hairloss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hairloss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.
The conversation discusses various celebrities who reportedly use hairloss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Users share their experiences and opinions on starting treatment, with some encouraging the original poster to consult a dermatologist and consider treatment before it's too late.
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hairloss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hairloss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
The conversation discusses the potential of a new hairloss treatment, GT20029, which may prevent hairloss by destroying androgen receptors on the scalp. Users express hope for the treatment's success and speculate on its usage routine, effectiveness, and possible side effects.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hairloss.
A user reports experiencing insomnia as a side effect of taking finasteride for hairloss, which takes 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep and results in only about 5 hours of sleep per night. They suspect the cause is related to the downregulation of neurosteroids due to finasteride.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hairloss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
A user is starting topical finasteride and minoxidil 3 times a week for hairloss and is experiencing high anxiety about the treatment's effectiveness and potential side effects. They are also taking vitamin D3 daily and are concerned about the application method and possible shedding.
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
A 22-year-old is frustrated with friends and family's dismissive attitudes towards hairloss and finds support and hope in an online community. They have not yet treated their hairloss but are considering medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
Minoxidil and dermarolling can yield positive hair growth results, but long-term effectiveness varies, and some users experience hairloss again without additional treatments like finasteride. Microneedling enhances minoxidil's effectiveness by increasing enzyme activity, but individual experiences differ.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hairloss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase and increased flaking and itching while using minoxidil 5% nightly and microneedling every two weeks, with needle length increasing over time. Other users suggest the hairloss may continue without the use of finasteride.
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hairloss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hairloss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.
A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hairloss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hairloss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
A new study that found a single chemical could potentially be responsible for hairloss, and the potential to use this discovery to stimulate hair growth. The conversation also includes various treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, DUT, and Botox for hairloss.
A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.
The user experiences severe anxiety and physical symptoms after taking finasteride and is seeking alternative hairloss treatments since dutasteride is unavailable. They suspect an allergic reaction to finasteride and have stopped using it.
A user is losing hope after 5 months on finasteride, seeing more hairloss and minimal positive changes. Another user advises that shedding is normal and benefits may take up to 2 years.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil after experiencing side effects and worsening hairloss, which improved their condition. Dutasteride was preferred due to fewer side effects and better results compared to finasteride.
The post and conversation are about the high cost and skepticism surrounding pyrilutamide as a hairloss treatment, with comparisons to minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The original poster defends pyrilutamide's effectiveness and criticizes others for dismissing it without proper understanding.
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hairloss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.
Comparing the effectiveness of RU58841, Pyrilutamide and CB-03-01 as treatments for hairloss, with people discussing different aspects such as binding affinity, time of inhibition, safety data and cost.
Iron and zinc vitamins helped improve hairline regrowth for someone with celiac disease. Nutrient deficiencies, like iron, can contribute to hairloss, especially around the temples.