Treating the itch associated with male patternbaldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.
Young men experiencing hair loss are frustrated with advice to embrace baldness without exploring treatments. They advocate for using finasteride and minoxidil, considering hair transplants, and hope for future advancements in hair restoration.
The conversation discusses managing seborrheic dermatitis (sebderm) and male patternbaldness (MPB) with treatments like finasteride, coal tar shampoo, Nizoral, and oral minoxidil. Users suggest dietary changes, regular shampooing, and using antifungal products to control sebderm before considering minoxidil.
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male patternbaldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Hair loss challenges and identity issues, with opinions on using finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants versus accepting baldness. Some find shaving more work, while others stress personal choice and self-perception.
Hair loss in your 20s, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants discussed. Opinions vary between accepting baldness and pursuing aggressive treatments.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male patternbaldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male patternbaldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.
User considers adding Alfatradiol to their topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. Others discuss Alfatradiol as a weak estrogen and 5α-reductase inhibitor used for patternhair loss in men and women.
A 19-year-old experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, with no family history of baldness except for maternal grandfather. The user is advised to continue the treatment for Androgenic Alopecia and not rely on home remedies.
A doctor advised against taking finasteride after a hair transplant, suggesting the patient had reached their final balding pattern, but many users disagreed, recommending medications like minoxidil and finasteride to prevent further hair loss. The consensus was to seek a second opinion, as the advice seemed financially motivated rather than medically sound.
A user shared a 6-month hair loss progress update using 1 mg finasteride, plans to start minoxidil and RU58841 due to severe shedding, and seeks advice. Others suggest maintaining treatment, switching to different medications, and considering more aggressive treatments due to strong genetic predisposition to baldness.
A 22-year-old male with a family history of baldness has been using finasteride for 3 months and previously used minoxidil. He is concerned about hair loss progression and seeks advice on whether to restart minoxidil and improve his lifestyle, while being advised to be patient with the treatment.
A 20-year-old is concerned about hairline changes and wonders if it's maturing or male patternbaldness (MPB). Suggestions include consulting a specialist and considering treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
The user is seeking recommendations for a knowledgeable dermatologist in the Denver/Boulder area to address male patternbaldness, as they are dissatisfied with their current treatment of topical finasteride and are considering switching to dutasteride. They feel their current doctor is not open to exploring different treatments that could improve hairline thickness.
KX-826 is undergoing Phase III trials in China as a potential treatment for male patternbaldness, with some users considering it as an alternative or addition to finasteride and dutasteride. Opinions on its effectiveness vary, with some users reporting positive results and others finding it expensive and ineffective.
A user shared a list of natural supplements they tried that did not stop their male patternbaldness (MPB), including vitamin D, biotin, and various oils. The conversation includes skepticism and jokes about one of the methods, injecting jellyfish mucus into testicles, and mixed opinions on the effectiveness of natural treatments.
Pyrilutamide, a potential topical treatment for male patternbaldness, and the user's anticipation of its Phase 2 trial results. Several users discussed their experiences with Finasteride and RU58841, while others voiced skepticism about the efficacy of Pyrilutamide.
The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.
A user shared their 2-month hair growth progress using only Minoxidil, noting significant improvement and plans to continue despite a genetic predisposition to baldness. They apply Minoxidil twice daily, experienced a heat rash, and chose not to use Finasteride due to side effects.
A 23-year-old male has been using 0.25mg finasteride daily for 4.5 months to address early-stage male patternbaldness, with positive results and no significant side effects. He plans to continue with this dosage and may consider increasing it or adding minoxidil if necessary.
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CumsOnYourFeet69 has been discussing a new treatment called CosmeRNA which claims to target the root cause of male patternbaldness, and is considering using it in conjunction with Minoxidil instead of Finasteride due to possible side effects. Replies have highlighted that the efficacy of this treatment is still unknown, but it could be used as an effective maintenance option if successful.
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male patternbaldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
The user increased their dutasteride dose from 0.5mg to 3mg daily to address hair thinning, noticing a change in shedding patterns and possibly thicker hair. Other users discuss the effectiveness of different dutasteride doses on DHT levels and suggest staying consistent with the treatment.
PP405 is a promising experimental topical treatment for alopecia that reactivates dormant hair follicles by targeting cellular energy, with large-scale trials planned for 2026. While it shows potential, it cannot regenerate permanently destroyed follicles, making hair transplants the only guaranteed solution for advanced baldness currently.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil, tretinoin 0.05% cream, and weekly derma rolling for early-stage male patternbaldness and has seen some progress. They prefer not to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects.
Breezula's phase 3 results are expected soon, with discussions on the effectiveness of androgen receptor antagonists like spironolactone and the potential of GT20029. Users express skepticism about new treatments and discuss the complexities of male patternbaldness, often relying on finasteride despite its side effects.
A user's experience with Pyrilutamide, which they have been taking for 3 months to treat their aggressive male patternbaldness. The user reported that the medication decreased shedding and was hopeful it would work as advertised.