Female using Rogaine foam for hairloss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.
The user's personal experience with hairloss and treatment options, including minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Others commented that they had similar experiences with the effectiveness of topical versus oral minoxidil.
A user's progress with treating hairloss, using minoxidil, finasteride and microneedling. The user experienced impressive results after four months of treatment, and mentioned that stopping recreational drugs and losing weight helped their hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hairloss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
A user's experience with Pyrilutamide for hairloss, which has been successful in reversing receding hairline when part of their stack with other treatments such as Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo.
This user has conducted data scraping of 365 Reddit posts on the hairloss drug Pyrilutamide over the last year to analyse efficacy and side effects. The findings, which are available in a 19 page report with graphs, suggest that 22% of Pyrilutamide users experience positive results while 63% experience symptoms. A larger analytics project is proposed for other drugs with enough demand.
A user's progress with treating hairloss over 3.5 months, which involves taking finasteride MWF, minoxidil daily and microneedling once a week. There was positive feedback from other users regarding the results.
A user's progress using minoxidil and dutasteride mesotherapy to treat hairloss, with advice from other users on whether or not to continue the treatment. Suggestions included trying oral treatments such as finasteride and RU58841, and considering a hair transplant for more significant results.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.
The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hairloss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hairloss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.
A user's progress with treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.
A user who experienced positive results from using finasteride and dutasteride to treat their hairloss, with 2000 grafts being transplanted in the temples area for further improvement. They also discussed cost and other treatments such as minoxidil.
A user's progress with treating hairloss using 1mg finasteride per day, with reports of no noticeable side effects and positive results. Other users have shared their experiences with different treatments, such as Dutasteride and Minoxidil.
A potential new treatment for hairloss, Pyrilutamide, and the discussion of whether or not people should still be taking traditional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride with it.
Taking topical minoxidil orally for hairloss treatment, discussing safety, dosing, side effects, and FAQs. Users express concerns about safety and potential heart damage, while others share experiences and results.
The user is using a hairloss treatment regimen including Avodart (dutasteride), oral minoxidil, LLLT caps, vitamins, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering adding dermarolling and RU58841. They are experiencing unwanted body hair growth from minoxidil and are planning for a future hair transplant.
Biotin supplements are not effective for hairloss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hairloss in healthy individuals.
Long-term finasteride and minoxidil user shares tips for dealing with hairloss, including finding a shorter hairstyle, using finasteride, and not obsessing over hair. Users discuss washing frequency, alternative treatments, and focusing on other aspects of life.
A user discusses mild/moderate hairloss and considers switching from oral to topical finasteride due to past endocrine issues. They seek feedback on topical finasteride's effectiveness and reputable sources, with replies suggesting Minoxidilmax products as effective alternatives.
A user is considering finasteride for hairloss and is concerned about its effects on DHT levels and potential side effects, including those from creatine. The user seeks advice on finasteride's impact on hair and body hair, given their high DHT and testosterone levels.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hairloss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.
User questions credibility of a hairloss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.
User tried DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hairloss due to unsatisfactory Finasteride results. Used mesotherapy injection gun and liquid dutasteride for better results and fewer side effects.
A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy versus oral finasteride for hairloss, with concerns about side effects. Other users share experiences with both treatments, suggesting oral finasteride as more effective and cost-efficient, while also discussing the use of minoxidil, alfatradiol, and potential side effects like gynecomastia.
A user's success in treating their hairloss with 2x daily topical dutasteride and minoxidil, as well as the potential for using less frequent application of topical dutasteride due to its long half-life.
The user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including oral and topical Finasteride and Minoxidil, and detailed various blood test results to track hormonal changes. They noted that while DHT levels initially decreased with topical Finasteride, they later increased, but they observed positive results in hair growth.