A user experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They're considering trying dutasteride or shaving their head if the situation doesn't improve.
The conversation discusses the delay in bringing FAK inhibitors and Stanford's hydrogel to market for hair transplants, with a preference for FAK inhibitors over Verteporfin due to their superior potential in preventing scarring. The user expresses frustration over the slow progress and hopes for faster development by companies like FAKnostics.
User "Number_Worried00" is using a treatment stack for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Cetirizine, and Pyrilutamide. Another user suggests that if the cause is vitamin deficiency or inflammation, the stack may not be effective.
Dermmatch is wind and water proof, but requires more hair to look good. Using both Dermmatch and hair fibers together can provide better coverage and a more natural look.
Finasteride may help stabilize hair loss, but regrowth at the temples is challenging and often requires additional treatments like minoxidil or a hair transplant. Users suggest patience and possibly combining treatments for better results.
The conversation is about creating a homemade solution for hair loss treatment, specifically asking for advice on what base to use for topical melatonin. No specific treatments were discussed.
The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.
The user experienced hair loss and side effects from finasteride, switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and saw improvements in beard and body hair but continued hair loss on the head. They plan to continue treatment and consider a hair transplant to improve results.
The conversation discusses switching from a dermaroller to a dermastamp for microneedling, with recommendations on technique and frequency to avoid bleeding. The user also uses minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss treatment.