Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hairloss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hairloss.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He is concerned about continued shedding, mild sexual side effects, and whether to adjust his finasteride dosage.
Stress can trigger hairloss, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride being used to manage it. Some users report improvement with medications like Lexapro, while others emphasize the impact of stress and life events on hair health.
A 32-year-old man from Vietnam, at Norwood 7 hairloss, is using Minoxidil, Finasteride, rosemary oil, NMN, and CoQ10 to regrow hair. Despite minor improvements, alternatives like hair systems or accepting baldness are suggested due to advanced hairloss.
The conversation discusses hairloss and the potential impact of diet and lifestyle changes, particularly increased protein intake, on hair health. The original poster shared their experience of improved hair appearance after weight loss and dietary changes, despite skepticism from others about lighting differences in photos and the effectiveness of diet alone without finasteride or minoxidil.
Dutasteride can slow hairloss and potentially stabilize it, but results vary by individual. Minoxidil and dutasteride may lose effectiveness over time, and hairloss might continue despite treatment.
Microneedling may worsen hairloss due to potential scarring and inflammation, with some users suggesting caution and proper technique to avoid damage. Alternatives like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are implied as safer options.
The person experienced worsening hairloss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage, trying microneedling, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, and are advised to consult a trichologist.
The user experienced significant hairloss after three years on finasteride, possibly due to inconsistent use, stress, or a cyclical shed. Suggestions included using reminders for consistent medication intake, considering dutasteride, and addressing stress factors.
The user is updating on their hairloss treatment progress after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil spray, and weekly 1mm dermarolling. The crown area is slowly improving, with a smaller bald spot radius compared to the previous month.
The user experienced successful hair regrowth with Finasteride and Minoxidil but developed erectile dysfunction and abdominal pain, possibly due to medication or lifestyle changes. They plan to consult a urologist and consider adjusting medication or trying supplements like zinc, DIM, or boron.
Microneedling is discussed as a favorable hairloss treatment, with no consensus on whether to glide or remove the device between areas. Scalp irritation varies by individual, and some users report no need for gel during the process.
A non-binary individual experienced hairloss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.
A 27-year-old male experiencing increased hairloss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and optimizing vitamin D, is considering zinc supplementation and seeking a dermatology referral. Concerns about potential shedding, thyroid levels, and zinc dosage are discussed, with advice to monitor and avoid over-supplementation.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hairloss treatment effectiveness.
A 23-year-old male has been using a regimen including oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Azelaic acid gel, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for 4 months with minimal results. Another user suggests that it typically takes a year to see significant effects and encourages him to continue the routine.
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.
Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.
Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hairloss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.
Finasteride, Minoxidil, Bioneer CosmeRNA, Technoderma, Kintor, Hope, Breezula, and Follicum treatments showed increases in hair count, with Technoderma showing the highest increase at 24.3 hairs/cm². Amplifica has not yet published results.
A person with hairloss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hairloss might be an autoimmune response.
A user sought treatment for hairloss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topical solution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.
The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hairloss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hairloss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hairloss without dandruff.
The post is about a user's one-year progress in treating hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil. The conclusion is that the user experienced gradual improvement each month, with significant results after one year.
A user's experience with hairloss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
User ItchyRaccoon experienced significant hairloss reduction using Eucapil after trying low-dose topical finasteride with no results. Some replies mention that shed hair counts are not reliable indicators of hairloss progression or regression.
Why the top of the head is affected by hairloss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.
The user plans to make a hairloss treatment combining minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin, and wants to dilute it for a larger coverage area. They are seeking advice on how to dilute the solution and where to purchase the diluting agent.