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A user's 20 year journey with hairloss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.
Alpecin Caffeine shampoo is ineffective for stopping hairloss, with unreliable supporting research. Finasteride is effective in reducing hairloss by lowering DHT levels.
Stress can contribute to hairloss. Herbs like Passion Flower, Ginseng, Ashwagandha, and Valerian Root can help reduce stress and potentially improve hair health.
The conversation is about a user suspecting excessive soy consumption caused their hairloss and considering removing soy from their diet. Another user suggests balancing soy with other nutrients, as soy is generally thought to protect hair.
The user recommends using Regenepure (keto shampoo), Lipogaine (minoxidil), and NatureMade Biotin pills for hairloss treatment and advises against taking finasteride (propecia) without considering potential side effects. They share their own experience with these treatments and suggest reading about both the benefits and risks before deciding on finasteride.
Filtered shower heads may improve scalp and hair health but do not affect male pattern baldness (MPB). Genetics and factors like DHT and scalp tension are more significant in hairloss.
The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hairloss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hairloss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
A 21-year-old male shared his extensive hairloss treatment protocol, which includes Dutasteride, RU58841, Ketoconazole shampoo, oral Minoxidil, pyrilutamide, MK677, dermastamping, and castor oil, and reported improved hair regrowth and overall well-being. He has experienced no side effects and has also improved his diet and lifestyle.
A user experiencing significant hairloss while on finasteride and minoxidil found out they had vitamin D and iron deficiencies. After adding iron, vitamin D, and a multivitamin with zinc to their treatment, they saw reduced hair fall within a week.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil in February 2025. They plan to stop using topical minoxidil gradually and have not experienced significant side effects from the treatment.
Dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil are considered the top hairloss treatments. Other suggested treatments include Nizoral shampoo, tretinoin, pyrilutamide, zinc, biotin, and low light laser therapy, though opinions on their effectiveness vary.
Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hairloss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.
The conversation is about finding a source for RU58841 in Canada as an additional treatment for hairloss, alongside oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Alternatives like kx826 are suggested, with some users discussing prices and sources for these products.
Creatine is debated for causing hairloss, with some users claiming it raises DHT levels, while others argue it has no significant effect. Despite conflicting opinions, some users report hairloss even when using DHT blockers like finasteride.
The user seeks advice on booking a dermatologist in the UK for hairloss treatment. They mention long wait times through a GP and inquire about private options in London.
The user is frustrated with hairloss, having switched from topical minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing improvements. They are considering a hair transplant and are advised to continue the current treatment and explore therapy or lifestyle changes.
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of buying a mixed topical bottle of minoxidil and finasteride versus separate products for hairloss treatment. Concerns are raised about the finasteride dosage and the inclusion of tretinoin in one of the products.
A 29-year-old is experiencing diffuse hairloss and has been using minoxidil without success. They are now trying a routine with oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and dermarolling, but are unsure about the effectiveness and legitimacy of the products.
Creatine can cause increased hairloss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hairloss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hairloss while using creatine.
The conversation is about using a dermastamp for hairloss treatment and concerns about a potentially scam product, pp405. It suggests sticking with known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
A 20-year-old is experiencing aggressive hairloss and is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, rosemary oil, and dermarolling in an attempt to manage it. They are concerned about their appearance and future hairloss, seeking advice on additional treatments.
A 48-year-old male is seeking advice on hairloss treatments, having tried Rogaine, Dutasteride, and Finasteride, and is concerned about a Spironolactone prescription. He is advised to continue with Finasteride, consider combo pills for convenience, and re-evaluate the Spironolactone prescription as it is typically not for men.
The user is seeking advice on mixing 5% Minoxidil with 0.025% Tretinoin for hairloss treatment, as they cannot find a suitable product in India and are considering making it themselves. They express concerns about mixing ratios and stability, while others suggest applying them separately or mixing them with other ingredients like finasteride and RU58841.
Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hairloss treatment effectiveness.
The user experienced hairloss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.
A user is concerned about hairloss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.