Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hairloss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hairloss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
The user has been experiencing hairloss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hairlosspattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.
A user named Medical_Opinion8120, a 23-year-old female, is experiencing hairloss potentially due to a past accutane course. She has tried minoxidil without success and is currently taking iron and zinc supplements.
A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female patternhairloss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.
A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female PatternHairLoss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.
A user noticed worsening hairloss and is considering treatments. They plan to use finasteride, Rogaine, and a ketoconazole shampoo, and seek advice on their effectiveness and usage.
A 27-year-old male is experiencing a recurring pattern of hairloss after 5 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, despite initial success. He is considering using topical androgen receptor blockers like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or clascoterone to address potential androgen receptor hypersensitivity.
Testosterone can still cause hairloss even when DHT is blocked by dutasteride, especially if hair follicles are sensitive. Topical treatments like RU58841 or pyrilutamide may help, but their long-term effectiveness is uncertain compared to dutasteride.
Topical high-dose vitamin C is discussed as a potential treatment for hairloss due to its ability to inhibit DHT and reduce histamine. Some users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, and the potential impact of Vitamin D and folic acid deficiencies on hair regrowth. It suggests that while male pattern baldness is the primary cause, addressing vitamin deficiencies may aid in improving regrowth.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hairloss.
The user experienced hairloss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
The user "OP" is frustrated with hairloss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
Joe Biden aged significantly between ages 25 and 30, with noticeable changes in hair and facial features. He had a hair transplant, but it's unclear if he used Minoxidil or Finasteride.
The conversation discusses the difference in attitudes toward hairloss treatments, with a focus on lifestyle changes and hair transplant surgery in Hong Kong, as opposed to treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling discussed on 'tresless'. The user is now using finasteride and minoxidil and considering microneedling.
A 19-year-old male experienced significant hairloss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.
Creatine does not significantly affect hairloss when taking finasteride. Some users report no change, while others believe it may accelerate hairloss if predisposed to male pattern baldness.
A user is experiencing severe hairloss, diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis, and is using Ketoconazole and beclomethasone. They are concerned about potential female pattern baldness and are seeking reassurance and advice.
A woman experiencing hairloss at 30 discusses treatments like Rogaine (Minoxidil) and Spironolactone. Others share experiences with hairloss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, Nizoral, and scalp oils.
A 17-year-old experiencing hairloss, thinning, and white hair seeks advice on effective treatments. They have started using shampoo and conditioner but have not seen improvement and are open to product suggestions.
The user shared their 10-month hairloss treatment progress using Finasteride, Topical Minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant improvement in their hairline. They also mentioned that Finasteride helped with acne, and other users discussed additional treatments like tretinoin and observed hair regrowth patterns.
A 23-year-old man with hairloss, despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, is considering bicalutamide for regrowth but is concerned about feminization. Alternatives like topical estrogen, JXL069, and spironolactone are discussed, with suggestions to explore thyroid levels and other potential underlying conditions.
An 18-year-old experiencing balding since age 15 is seeking alternatives to minoxidil for hair regrowth, currently using rosemary oil and a 0.5mm derma roller. They are unsure about the proper use of these treatments.
A user is starting a finasteride and minoxidil routine for diffuse patternhairloss and is concerned about hair dependency on minoxidil. Responses suggest that new hairs may not survive without minoxidil, but existing hairs won't fall out if minoxidil is stopped, though experiences vary.
The post is a 1-year update on hairloss progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride treatments. The user has seen good progress, especially in transitioning from a Norwood 3 to a Norwood 2 hairlosspattern.