A user who was able to regrow hairloss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.
A user trying various treatments for hairloss, such as minoxidil, stemoyxidine, alfatradiol, and microneedling, with plans to add tretinoine and finasteride.
Inconsistent minoxidil use led to hairloss, prompting a plan to resume consistent application with derma stamping, red light therapy, and DHT blockers like clascoterone or RU58841. The user avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to past side effects.
A user is concerned about worsening hairloss despite using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, and vitamin D for almost a year. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, continuing minoxidil, and considering different styling or haircuts.
The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hairloss, with some users sharing personal experiences of increased shedding while others argue there's no scientific evidence linking creatine to hairloss. The original poster switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering resuming creatine after monitoring its effects on hairloss.
The user is disappointed with their hairloss treatment results using Minoxidil, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are advised to add Finasteride or Dutasteride to block DHT for better results.
Finasteride is believed to slow down hairloss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.
The user successfully treated their hairloss using 1ml of minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling with a 1.5mm dermaroller once a week. They experienced noticeable results only after combining minoxidil with dermarolling, and they have not used finasteride.
A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hairloss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.
An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss since age 15, recently adding dutasteride and GHK-Cu, but sees no significant improvement and is considering a hair transplant. Concerns are raised about using hormone suppressors at a young age, with suggestions to explore other treatments like dermarolling, diet changes, and checking for deficiencies.
A user started finasteride for hairloss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.
The user tried dutasteride for hairloss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, starting with finasteride and minoxidil, then switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Some users report similar experiences with these treatments, while others debate the effectiveness of dutasteride.
The conversation reflects on how hairloss was portrayed in older movies as a natural part of aging, contrasting with today's media where balding is less visible due to treatments like finasteride and hair transplants. Participants also discuss the difference in societal attitudes towards hairloss and appearance in past generations compared to the present.
The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hairloss, with OP considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about effectiveness. Users share experiences and concerns about side effects, including potential impacts on fertility.
A user is concerned about receding hairlines and considers using finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Others advise starting treatment early to prevent further hairloss, emphasizing that finasteride is generally safe and effective for prevention.
A user shared their 3-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, noting significant improvement after adding minoxidil to their routine. They also use a derma roller weekly and apply minoxidil topically to the entire hairline.
The user is frustrated with hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, which have been ineffective and caused scalp itching. They are skeptical about these treatments' effectiveness and consider alternative options like ketoconazole shampoo and RU58841.
Dutasteride is often preferred over finasteride for hairloss due to its stronger DHT blocking, leading to better hair regrowth for some users. However, it can cause side effects like brain fog, libido changes, and mood issues, prompting some to switch back to finasteride or adjust their dosage.
A person is microdosing estrogen for hairloss after finasteride and dutasteride failed, risking feminizing effects. Alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, or hair transplants are suggested.
A dermatologist advised against using minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss, suggesting acceptance instead, but the individual is considering seeking finasteride from a family doctor. The conversation includes suggestions to try online services or pharmacies for obtaining treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo.
A 15-year-old is concerned about hairloss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.
A 24-year-old is experiencing aggressive hairloss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for years and is considering a hair transplant. Many suggest trying dutasteride, but there are concerns about side effects.
A user shared their 16-year hairloss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss and is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly a hair transplant. They are advised to consult a dermatologist and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride, while being aware of potential side effects and the need for ongoing treatment.
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.
Finasteride can effectively slow or halt hairloss, even for those genetically predisposed to significant balding, like Norwood 6 or 7. Many users report long-term maintenance or improvement, often combining it with other treatments like Dutasteride or Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hairloss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hairloss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.