The user has been using oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride 1mg for 3 months and is unsure if they are experiencing hairregrowth or if it's an illusion. Some responses suggest it is regrowth, while others think it's an illusion due to angles and lighting.
A user successfully regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, switching to 0.5mg dutasteride, and maintaining 5mg oral minoxidil, with significant improvements noted after switching to dutasteride. The user experienced shedding phases but ultimately achieved regrowth and is now comfortable without wearing a hat.
Hair follicle stem cells remain in bald individuals, but progenitor cells do not, raising questions about hairregrowth claims by Pelage. PP405 is discussed as a potential treatment, with skepticism about its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
Hair shedding is common when using minoxidil and finasteride, often indicating that the treatment is working as weaker hairs fall out to make way for stronger growth. Many users experience multiple shedding cycles before seeing significant hairregrowth.
People shared their experiences with coffee consumption and hair loss, with mixed results. Some noticed more hair loss with increased caffeine, while others saw no effect or even hairregrowth, often using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
Hair follicles often go dormant rather than die, and treatments like minoxidil can help revive them. Scalp health and stimulation, such as massages and using products like sulphur soap, are also important for hairregrowth.
Minoxidil regrowth may be slowed by low vitamin D and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing slow hairregrowth and is considering addressing these deficiencies.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for 5 months and is questioning if they see hairregrowth. Others share their experiences and challenges with hair loss treatments, particularly the availability of medications.
Hair follicles are mostly dormant but can be reactivated with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. A new drug, PP405, shows promise for hairregrowth but may not be available until 2027-2028.