Creatine may cause hairloss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.
The post discusses hairloss treatment progress using oral finasteride 1mg daily for 6 months, with improvements in the hairline but not the crown. The user avoids minoxidil due to side effects and plans to try PP405 for better density.
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.
A 20-year-old feels defeated about hairloss and struggles with consistent minoxidil use due to ADHD. They plan to visit an endocrinologist for finasteride and consider shaving their head while continuing treatments.
The user experienced significant hairloss after starting dutasteride, despite improved libido and gym performance. They previously used finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are considering combining treatments or a hair transplant.
The user is experiencing hairloss and is using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. They are considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride, but others suggest waiting due to a possible shedding phase.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, focusing on finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest combining these with microneedling, but some recommend a hair transplant due to significant hairloss.
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hairloss.
PP405 is a potential hairloss treatment showing promising early results, with hopes for market release by 2028, but skepticism remains due to inconclusive data and past disappointments with similar products. Current treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride have side effects, leading some to anticipate PP405 as a safer alternative, though its effectiveness compared to placebo is debated.
The user is experiencing hairloss after a hair transplant and is considering using fluridil (Eucapil) and possibly alfatradiol as treatments, as they couldn't tolerate finasteride or minoxidil. The manufacturer of Eucapil confirmed they won't produce higher concentrations due to lack of efficacy.
A young person is distressed about rapid hairloss despite using finasteride and recently starting oral minoxidil. Many suggest continuing treatment, considering dutasteride, and seeking therapy for mental health support.
The conversation discusses sourcing hairloss treatments from India to reduce costs. The treatments include Morr F Minoxidil + Finasteride solution, Traya Recap Hair Serum, a derma roller, and Man Matters DHT Blocking Shampoo and Conditioner.
PP405 is a new hairloss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.
The user shared their hairloss treatment progress using topical products like exosomes, fluridil, Kx826, and topical dutasteride, avoiding oral finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects. They found exosomes from Creative Biolabs most effective and also used topical probiotics, noting improvements without significant side effects.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil and the potential addition of finasteride. The user has seen some progress with minoxidil but is hesitant about finasteride due to possible side effects, while others suggest combining both for better long-term results.
Some users experience worsening hairloss with dutasteride, while others improve after initial shedding. Many switch back to finasteride due to better results or fewer side effects, often using minoxidil and topical treatments.
A user successfully reversed hairloss over 17 months using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement without a transplant. Minor side effects like headaches and testicular discomfort were reported but resolved quickly.
Increased hairloss after starting a 10g daily creatine regimen, possibly linked to elevated DHT levels despite dutasteride use. Stopping creatine reduced shedding, but the exact cause is uncertain, with discussions on exercise and lifestyle impacts.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatment with finasteride, which has shown positive results for the user over 1.5 years. Concerns about using minoxidil due to its toxicity to pets, especially cats, are also highlighted.
The user experienced worsening hairloss despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and reducing ketoconazole shampoo due to its drying effects.
The user experienced aggressive hairloss despite using oral finasteride and minoxidil, with additional issues like dandruff and eyebrow hairloss. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride due to scalp inflammation and lack of improvement.
People discussed starting hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil due to personal experiences or comments about their hairloss. Some reported positive results, while others mentioned side effects or switching treatments.
PP405 is a potential hairloss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.
The user experienced hairloss and used Minoxidil and Finasteride to improve hairline and density, but stopping Minoxidil led to a setback. They plan to continue both treatments daily to increase hair density and are considering applying Minoxidil to the entire scalp.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically comparing Dr. Pen and Derminator for hair growth. The user is seeking advice on affordable options due to a low income.
The conversation discusses various hairloss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.
The user shared their hair regrowth journey since 2017, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and later feminizing HRT. Significant progress was noted after starting HRT, with continued improvement in hair texture and regrowth.
A 16-year-old considering finasteride for hairloss is advised to consult medical professionals due to age-related concerns, as they are currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest waiting until 17 or consulting a dermatologist for a professional opinion, with some recommending topical finasteride as an alternative.
A 17-year-old experiencing hairloss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.