A 26-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include shaving his head, trying oral minoxidil, or considering a hair transplant.
The user has been using finasteride for three years and topicalminoxidil, and while they feel they've lost some ground in the last 18 months, most responses suggest their hair looks the same or even fuller. The general consensus is that the treatments have maintained the hair well, with some users suggesting additional treatments like derma stamping or dutasteride for further improvement.
A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
A user shared their one-year progress using Dutasteride, oral and topicalMinoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling tools from Amazon, and credits learning from top posters on the forum. Other users discuss the effectiveness of the treatments, affordability, and reflect on the benefits of starting treatment early.
The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topicaldutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.
A 42-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in seven months using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topicalminoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He experienced minimal side effects and noted dramatic improvements in hair thickness and health.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 1.5 years using dutasteride (DUT) and oral minoxidil. They switched from finasteride and topicalminoxidil due to lack of results and experienced no side effects.
A 42-year-old user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth using a "nuclear stack" including oral and topicalminoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, micro-needling, keto shampoo, saw palmetto, biotin, multivitamins, scalp massages, and inversion table. They reported significant progress with minimal side effects and plan to continue the routine.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, recommending starting with finasteride and minoxidil, possibly adding dutasteride later. Users suggest using a combination of oral and topical treatments, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo, while emphasizing realistic expectations and the need for lifelong commitment to treatment.
User shares 10-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride/dutasteride and minoxidil. Treatment shows positive results, with noticeable improvements in months 9 and 10.
The user is frustrated with hair loss, having switched from topicalminoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing improvements. They are considering a hair transplant and are advised to continue the current treatment and explore therapy or lifestyle changes.
User "mynameisbogus" shares hair regrowth progress after 90 days using Dutasteride, oral and topicalMinoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and Keto shampoo. Others in the conversation praise the impressive results and discuss their own experiences with hair loss treatments.
A 26-year-old is using Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, and dermarolling for hair loss and is considering switching to topical Finasteride. They are self-conscious about hair thinning and are seeking advice on whether to continue treatment or shave their head.
Significant hair improvement was reported after 18 months of using 1mg dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion includes praise, skepticism about authenticity, and concerns about side effects.
User achieved hair regrowth using 1 mg oral finasteride, topicalminoxidil twice daily, and occasional microneedling. They are happy with the progress despite still having thin hair on top.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hair loss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
The user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, cyproterone acetate, transdermal estradiol, and topical bicalutamide. They suspect cyproterone acetate may be worsening their hair loss and are considering switching to injection monotherapy.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topicalDutasteride for hair loss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
A 32-year-old user reversed 8 years of hair loss in 15 months using finasteride, topicalminoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user reported significant hair regrowth, despite unconventional methods like ingesting topicalminoxidil, and is considering a hair transplant for further improvement.
The conversation is about a user's positive hair regrowth results using oral Dutasteride (DUT) and topicalMinoxidil (MIN), with occasional derma rolling. The user experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after 8 months, and others discussed the use of Finasteride (FIN) and Tretinoin to enhance results.
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topicalminoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
The conversation discusses a comprehensive hair regrowth regimen including Dutasteride, Finasteride, microneedling, RU58841, oral and topicalMinoxidil, Tretinoin, and Vitamin D3. Suggestions include dropping Finasteride, increasing Dutasteride, and considering additional treatments like caffeine, melatonin, and laser therapy, while emphasizing the effectiveness of Dutasteride and Minoxidil.
A user stopped finasteride due to side effects and rapid hair loss, considering a hair system. Others suggested alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and topical finasteride.
The user is frustrated with ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is considering shaving their head. They are advised to maintain consistency with medication, consider oral minoxidil, and explore hair transplant options.
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topicalminoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.
A 50-year-old man shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using a regimen of Nutrafol, Minoxidil/Dutasteride pills and topical solution, dermastamping, and Nizoral shampoo. He noticed significant improvement and received positive comments, despite some increased body hair growth.
User experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil and Finasteride since January 2020, with no side effects reported. Shaving head twice helped Minoxidil reach scalp more effectively.
A user shared their experience with a Long Hair DHI Hair Transplant, receiving 2,750 grafts. They plan to continue using Dutasteride and TopicalMinoxidil post-surgery.