The user reported worsening hairloss after 1.5 years on finasteride, questioning if chronic iron deficiency could be a cause. They noted no side effects from finasteride.
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hairloss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hairloss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
People are discussing creative ways to hide hairloss, such as using specific hairstyles and hair fibers. Some mention using medications like Minoxidil and finasteride to improve hair growth.
A person dealing with hairloss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
Finasteride can help maintain hair and slow hairloss, but its effectiveness varies by individual. Some may switch to dutasteride or add minoxidil for better results, though side effects are a concern.
Petal Fresh Hair ResQ shampoo is discussed for hairloss, with skepticism about its effectiveness. Minoxidil is mentioned as part of a treatment plan, and other recommended ingredients include Piroctone Olamine, Ketoconazole, and Saw Palmetto.
Users discuss hairloss and styling techniques to conceal thinning hair, mentioning treatments like finasteride and oral minoxidil. Some stop hairloss but not regrow hair, considering options like scalp micropigmentation or hair transplants.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss but faced increased shedding and anxiety, regretting not staying with finasteride longer. Other users shared mixed experiences, advising patience with dutasteride, as it may take up to a year to show results.
A 57-year-old man with male pattern hairloss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hairloss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.
Skepticism about hairloss research motivations, suggesting financial interests hinder finding a cure. Mentions treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but notes they are not cures.
People discuss hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, debating side effects and effectiveness. Concerns about side effects, especially sexual ones, are common, with varying opinions on dosing strategies.
A 20-year-old experiencing hairloss since age 16 is using finasteride and minoxidil and is considering future hair transplants. Discussions include the potential for multiple transplants, the use of body hair for coverage, and the importance of treatments like dutasteride and scalp micropigmentation for maintaining hair density.
The user experienced worsening hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.
A 47-year-old male experienced significant hairloss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hairloss.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hairloss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hairloss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hairloss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
A person's successful 5-month hairloss treatment using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Questions and comments from others focus on the source of the treatments and application methods.
Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hairloss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hairloss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hairloss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
User shares 3-month hairloss treatment progress using 1mg oral Fin, 2.5mg oral Min, Nizoral 3x week, and 1.5mm derma 1x week. Others comment on improvements and ask about oral Min source.
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hairloss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hairloss despite internal factors.
A person experienced hairloss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and returned to finasteride, adding oral minoxidil. Dutasteride may increase scalp testosterone, worsening hairloss for some individuals.
SCUBE3 and GT20029 are potential treatments for hairloss, with SCUBE3 stimulating hair growth and GT20029 protecting against DHT. A combined approach using SCUBE3, finasteride or dutasteride, and later GT20029 could provide a comprehensive treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
The conversation discusses hair shedding while using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8.5 months, with users sharing experiences of shedding various hair lengths and thicknesses. It is suggested that shedding can be part of the hair cycle synchronization and may not indicate worsening hairloss.
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for hairloss is effective but requires consistent use and device replacement every 1-2 years. The treatment is costly, and results may not be permanent without continued use.
Stopping dutasteride for a year caused significant hairloss, and resuming it with oral minoxidil led to only partial recovery. Users discuss treatments like finasteride, microneedling, and RU58841, noting mixed results and side effects.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hairloss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.