A new hairloss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, with some members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.
A 50-year-old Black woman with alopecia areata and traction alopecia is seeking a science-based hairloss routine. Current treatments include spearmint tea for DHT levels and considering PRP.
Treatments for hairloss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.
An 18-year-old is experiencing significant hairloss and is considering starting finasteride treatment but is concerned about its effects on puberty and development. They previously tried finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are seeking advice on when it's safe to resume.
A user is experiencing worsening hairloss despite using 2.5mg Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil daily for over 8 months. They are concerned that daily nicotine from vaping might be counteracting the treatments.
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hairloss, especially at the crown and midscalp, but both have similar side-effect profiles with low incidence of sexual adverse events. Improvement is measured visually, and significant results may take over 12 months to appear.
Young men often lack awareness of hairloss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, causing stress and anxiety. There is a need for increased awareness and early screening to address the psychological effects of hairloss.
A 24-year-old male experienced hairloss regression after 3.5 years on topical finasteride and minoxidil. He is considering switching to topical dutasteride or oral finasteride due to concerns about side effects and is seeking advice on the efficacy of these treatments.
RU58841 may help some with hairloss, but it can have side effects like heart pain. Dutasteride and finasteride can cause initial shedding, and results may take time.
Switching from dutasteride to finasteride caused increased hairloss, dandruff, depression, and erectile dysfunction. The user plans to return to dutasteride, possibly with minoxidil, and is considering dosing strategies to manage side effects and regrowth.
A 25-year-old male shared his hairloss journey, using finasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved his hair density and quality. He also addressed dermatitis with exfoliation and anti-dandruff shampoo, and emphasized the importance of a healthy scalp and lifestyle changes.
The user experienced initial improvement in hairloss with oral finasteride and minoxidil but later faced increased shedding and thinning. They switched to dutasteride, hoping for better results, while continuing topical minoxidil.
A 28-year-old experiencing worsening hairloss despite using Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil is considering exosome therapy and possibly switching treatments due to side effects. They seek advice on whether to continue with Dutasteride or try alternatives like Pyrilutamide or topical supplements.
The user has been managing hairloss with microneedling, Nutrafol, topical finasteride/minoxidil foam, LLLT, and Nizoral, and plans to add oral minoxidil. They are seeing improvement and are cautious about using oral finasteride due to past gynecomastia concerns.
A 19-year-old seeking advice on hairloss treatment is considering options like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are looking for guidance to potentially revive their hair.
The user is using a hairloss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.
The conversation is about dealing with hairloss, with the original poster deciding to start using topical finasteride and minoxidil after unsuccessful PRP and Regenera treatments. Others share their experiences with hairloss, treatments, and the importance of finasteride to prevent further hairloss.
Dutasteride users have mixed results in hairloss treatment, with some experiencing improvements and others worsening. Some report metabolic changes like weight gain or diabetes, while others have no significant side effects.
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
Finasteride and dutasteride are essential for stopping hairloss, while natural remedies are ineffective. Minoxidil can be added if needed, but blocking DHT is crucial.
The conversation discusses finasteride for hairloss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hairloss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.
The post discusses a user's 2-month progress in treating hairloss using topical Du once a week, microneedling, and red light therapy. The user notes that red light therapy is primarily for face and body inflammation but also applies it to the scalp.
A user tried microneedling for hairloss with a Dr. Pen at 0.8 mm and experienced bleeding, questioning if the intensity was too much. Others suggested a less aggressive approach, and one mentioned finasteride as a helpful treatment without side effects.
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hairloss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.
A user's progress in treating their hairloss using Minoxidil, Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, omega 3, D3 and Forcapil vitamins over the course of three months. Other users offered support and advice to the original poster.
A user shared their 3-month hairloss progress using finasteride, minoxidil, low-level light therapy, pumpkin seed oil, and rosemary oil. The user saw a reduction in balding crown size but couldn't determine which treatment was most effective.
Creatine is unlikely to worsen hairloss for those on finasteride, with no strong scientific evidence linking it to increased hairloss. Many users report no negative effects on hair while using creatine.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, using minoxidil, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral to improve hair density and thickness. They reported positive results without side effects and emphasized the importance of consistency with topical treatments.