User noticed beard and sideburn hairloss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.
GHK-Cu is being discussed as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness. Users are sharing experiences and asking about its effectiveness and side effects.
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 suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.
Creatine does not cause hairloss, but it may accelerate it in those predisposed to male pattern baldness. The study suggests that creatine does not affect DHT or hairloss, but individual reactions may vary.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hairloss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
Creatine does not directly cause hairloss but may increase DHT levels, potentially worsening hairloss in those predisposed to male pattern baldness. Users have mixed experiences, with some reporting increased shedding and others seeing no effect.
Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 28-year-old woman is struggling with Female Pattern Baldness and has tried various treatments, including Minoxidil and Spironolactone, without success. She feels frustrated with doctors' responses and is considering alternative treatments like light therapy but is losing hope in finding a solution.
A user is concerned about using Alpicort, which contains Prednisolone and Salicylic Acid, for male pattern baldness. They are unsure if it will help or worsen their condition and are seeking advice.
A user found that vitamin D deficiency was causing their hairloss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitamin D can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.
Staying positive and managing stress may slow hairloss, but treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are essential for managing male pattern baldness. Stress can accelerate hairloss, but genetics play a significant role, and early treatment is crucial.
A 38-year-old male with stress-induced Telogen Effluvium is seeking advice on using oral finasteride and minoxidil, as well as vitamin regimens, for hairloss. He is considering these treatments after a dermatologist ruled out male pattern baldness and prescribed ketoconazole shampoo.
The user is experiencing worsening hairloss despite undergoing monthly injectable finasteride, clay masks, laser therapy, and microneedling. They are concerned about severe shedding in areas not typically affected by male pattern baldness and are considering seeking a second opinion.
Vitamin D deficiency might cause hairloss at the temples. The user has a vitamin D level of 9ng and is experiencing hairloss in that area, resembling a Norwood scale 1 (NW1) pattern.
Celebrities opening up about their hairloss and the various treatments they are using to address it, including finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplants, as well as the stigma surrounding male pattern baldness in Hollywood.
A 28-year-old male is experiencing hairloss, itching, soreness, and numbness on the scalp, with symptoms including dry, brittle hair and scalp irritation. Treatments tried include Nizoral, salt water, various oils, and antihistamines, with limited success; a chemist suggested a possible fungal infection, while a doctor suspected male pattern baldness.
The user is experiencing hairloss with symptoms of receding hairline, extreme shedding, and low density, possibly due to androgenic alopecia, diffuse thinning, retrograde alopecia, or telogen effluvium. They have used minoxidil and noticed changes in shedding patterns related to different water qualities and seborrheic dermatitis.
Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.
The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hairloss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.
An 18-year-old noticed hair thinning at 17, started finasteride 5 months ago, and saw shedding stop but no regrowth. They suspect male pattern baldness due to family history and are concerned about thinning on the back and sides, possibly due to inflammation.
A 20-year-old discusses family denial about his hairloss, diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and male pattern baldness. He is prescribed Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for treatment.
Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hairloss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
Hairloss is likely due to male pattern baldness, not vitamin D deficiency. Taking 60k vitamin D tablets weekly is not recommended; 2k per day is sufficient.
A new hairloss treatment claims a 539% improvement over placebo, but skepticism remains due to lack of substantial evidence and reliance on percentage figures. Users discuss the effectiveness of existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, expressing doubt about the new solution's impact.
Hairloss discussion mentions Native Americans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facial hair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
A female with male-patternhairloss (AGA) is seeking help after unsuccessful treatments with spironolactone and supplements, and is considering oral minoxidil and finasteride despite concerns about medication side effects. She has ruled out hormonal birth control and PRP/PRFM, and is looking into further medical advice due to abnormal lab results.