A user is experiencing continued hairloss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil, and is seeking advice on why the treatments aren't working and how to address potential androgen receptor sensitivity. Replies suggest getting tested and considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP).
A user is seeking advice on hairloss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.
The user visited three dermatologists for hairloss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hairloss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
Some individuals taking finasteride for hairloss report increased libido and frequent masturbation, with no immediate hair regrowth but darker hair appearance. A dermatologist explains that finasteride may raise testosterone levels temporarily, which could lead to increased sex drive in some people.
The conversation discusses long-term hairloss treatment, with one person seeing hair darkening after 3 years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and others sharing their shorter-term experiences with similar treatments. They emphasize that hair regrowth takes time and to not expect quick results.
The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hairloss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.
A user shared their 6-month hairloss treatment progress, which included 3200 FUE grafts, oral finasteride and minoxidil, keto shampoo, and biotin. The user also mentioned micro needling their temples for further growth and plans to observe the effects of finasteride and minoxidil over the next 6-12 months.
A user shared a 6-month hairloss progress update using 1 mg finasteride, plans to start minoxidil and RU58841 due to severe shedding, and seeks advice. Others suggest maintaining treatment, switching to different medications, and considering more aggressive treatments due to strong genetic predisposition to baldness.
The user "AcanthocephalaNo7632" shared their progress with hairloss, mentioning the use of minoxidil and finasteride. Some users questioned the authenticity of the progress pictures.
A 19-year-old with rapid hairloss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
The conclusion of this conversation about hairloss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hairloss treatments.
User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hairloss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.
New product Tomorrowlabs HSF targets hairloss through HIF pathway indirectly by removing scalp iron. Minoxidil and Stemoxydine also relate to HIF pathway.
The user's experience with Pyrilutamide for hairloss treatment, including their belief that it has sparked improvements in combination with other treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride. Another user was also hoping to see results from using Pyrilutamide alone.
This conversation discussed the potential for a hairloss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.
A user's experience with the hairloss treatment Pyrilutamide KX-826, which has resulted in some side effects and shedding. The conversation also includes advice for baseline pictures and trying treatments for at least 6 months.
Making a 1 year update on hairloss treatment of Finasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil and topical minoxidil with 1.5 mm dermarolling; the user experienced some face pimples, baggy eyes, and had tried skin care. They also used fiber with their hair product and left it for a few days to make it look visually better. Replies were positive and one asked if using both oral and topical minoxidil was overkill.
Pyrilutamide, a potential hairloss treatment that has been tested in Phase 2 trials and may be available for purchase through a group buy in June. It is purported to have similar effects on hair growth as Dutasteride.
Personal experience with Procyanidin B2 shows it's ineffective for hairloss. Viviscal Pro supplement tablets, containing Procyanidin B2, didn't help after 8 months of use.
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's experience with hairloss treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride, which has resulted in positive results. Others have also shared their experiences with similar treatments with encouraging results.
A user is trying to reverse hairloss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting hairloss treatment early, using options like minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, essential oils, and dermarolling, and encourages leaving the hairloss subreddit once treatment begins to avoid stress and obsession. Users shared personal success with finasteride and the motivation to start treatment to prevent future regret.
A 20-year-old is experiencing severe hairloss and is considering using dutasteride and finasteride, worried about potential side effects. They feel depressed and isolated due to hairloss, and are exploring options like hair transplants and hair systems but are hesitant about faking it.
The conversation advises against waiting for future hairloss treatments and suggests using proven treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Some users regret not starting treatment earlier, while others discuss the effectiveness and safety of current treatments and the potential of microneedling.
The user experimented with finasteride to reduce hairloss and plans to test if creatine affects DHT levels while on finasteride. Initial results showed low DHT levels, indicating finasteride's effectiveness, with further tests planned for creatine's impact.
Discussing and researching different treatments for hairloss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.
The user shared progress pictures and discussed their hairloss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, dermastamping, tretinoin, rosemary oil, hair peptides, biotin, and collagen supplements. They are seeking advice on hair transplantation, minoxidil application, and the impact of testosterone replacement therapy on hairloss.