A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hairloss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.
The positive effects of Finasteride, a hairloss treatment; and various other treatments such as Minoxidil and Nizoral that can be used to treat hairloss. Additionally, other methods are discussed, such as micro needling and taking spearmint supplements, which have been seen to help in some cases.
The user stopped using finasteride and tried turmeric, ginger, and perilla extract to reduce hair shedding, noticing a significant decrease in hairloss. They experienced side effects like rashes and easy bleeding from perilla extract and softer feet, possibly from turmeric.
Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hairloss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.
George Clooney likely had a hair transplant, as many Hollywood actors do to maintain their appearance. Treatments like finasteride and hair transplants are common among celebrities to combat hairloss.
Dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels, potentially more effectively than finasteride, and is used to treat hairloss. Some users report side effects like reduced libido and mood changes, while others experience hair regrowth and increased testosterone.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hairloss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
A 23-year-old is using 2.5 mg dutasteride, 5 mg oral minoxidil, RU58841, a laser cap, and PRF injections for hairloss. They are hesitant about microneedling due to concerns about RU58841 absorption and are considering other treatments.
The user had a hair transplant five years ago and started using minoxidil three months ago. Commenters recommend adding finasteride or other DHT blockers to prevent further hairloss and maintain results.
The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hairloss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A man lost his transplanted hair despite using minoxidil because he wasn't on a DHT blocker like finasteride, which is essential to prevent further hairloss. The conversation emphasizes that hair transplants are not a cure and require maintenance with medications to preserve results.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hairloss.
The conversation discusses the possibility of transplanting leg and arm hair to the scalp for hairloss treatment. Minoxidil is mentioned as a potential aid for hair growth, but concerns about the effectiveness and appearance of body hair on the head are raised.
A new drug can regrow teeth, but hairloss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are still being developed. Users express hope for future advancements and discuss the importance of mental health and the potential profitability of hairloss solutions.
A 26-year-old male from England is experiencing rapid hair thinning despite taking finasteride and having tried oral minoxidil and microneedling. He is considering topical dutasteride and seeking advice on his hairloss treatment.
The conclusion of the conversation is that some individuals may experience a condition called reactionary hypergonadism when taking dutasteride for hairloss. This condition can lead to an increase in testosterone levels, which may worsen hairloss instead of improving it.
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hairloss.
A 24 year old female experiencing rapid, unexplained hairloss over the course of two weeks and looking for advice. Treatments suggested include Rogaine, finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and seeing a dermatologist.
PP405 is a promising molecule that may reactivate dormant hair follicles, potentially offering a new treatment for hairloss. It is in phase 2 trials, with possible availability between 2027 and 2030.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hairloss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
Hairloss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hairloss.
Hairloss treatment progress with Dut, Min, Keto, needling, and RU/Min/Fin/Dut topical. User noticed improvement, believes RU and needling most effective.
Hairloss treatment with Pyrilutamide, Minoxidil, and Finasteride showed improvement after 4 months. Shedding reduced, hair feels stronger and healthier, with no side effects.
Hairloss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
Hairloss can cause psychological distress, but maintaining optimism and self-improvement is crucial. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and potential new options like clascoterone offer hope, though side effects can occur.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.
Hairloss treatments are advancing, with Coegin Pharma's FOL005 expected this year and Breezula potentially later. Pyrilutamide is available but not very effective, while Kintor's products face skepticism; traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain dominant.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hairloss and limited investment.