Concerns about the impact of hair loss treatments like finasteride on fertility and future children. The user is worried about reduced sperm count and quality due to lowered DHT levels.
Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hair loss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.
User discusses Pyrilutamide's effectiveness for hair loss, needing more time for results. Others suggest waiting 6-12 months and ask about side effects.
A user's progress in hair regrowth after taking finasteride (1mg) every other day, and the replies to the post offering support, advice, and encouragement.
The user has been using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a dermaroller for hair regrowth, noticing most improvement between months 3 and 4. Other users commented on the positive results and shared their own treatment routines.
A 7-month update from Markoj44 regarding their hair transplant results, which includes the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil in combination with Viviscal, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and donor area photos. People responded positively to the post.
The user has been experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride. Despite normal bloodwork and consulting dermatologists, the hair loss continues without improvement.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 5 years with initial success but is now experiencing hair thinning despite increasing dutasteride usage. They are considering adjusting dutasteride frequency and possibly adding treatments like eucapil, minoxidil, and GHK-Cu peptides.
Microneedling with finasteride, minoxidil, DMSO, and black seed oil shows mixed hair regrowth results. There are concerns about DMSO's safety and effectiveness.
Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.
The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting and stopping minoxidil and finasteride, leading to thin hair and personal distress. They are currently on oral finasteride without side effects and are advised to maintain consistent treatment and consider additional options like microneedling and oils.
A user is using RU58841 and pyrilutamide for hair loss and is seeing their hairline return, but the process is slow. They also mention using finasteride and dutasteride, with finasteride causing reduced libido but no noticeable side effects from RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Pyrilutamide Phase 2 results are expected in June 2022, with hopes for a better alternative to current treatments.
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
The user started using finasteride and minoxidil and noticed fine, spikey hairs on their scalp after oiling with coconut and blackseed oil. Responses suggest these fine hairs could indicate hair regrowth, but more time is needed to see results.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.
The user reports temple hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride. They consider stopping RU58841 and continuing with oral minoxidil and dutasteride.
A 35-year-old male has been using finasteride for 2.5 years but still finds his hair loss unsatisfactory and is considering a hair transplant. He is seeking advice on the number of grafts needed and affordable options in Canada.
A woman discovered her long-term hair loss was due to undiagnosed anemia, with ferritin levels as low as 9. After starting iron supplements, she saw significant hair regrowth, especially in previously bald areas, though some spots remain unchanged.
The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
The user experienced positive hair growth with finasteride but developed gut issues, dry skin, thinning eyebrows, fatigue, low libido, and erection difficulties after stopping it. They are seeking advice on whether to resume finasteride or stay off it to recover.
Researching the release of phase 2 trials for pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, and discussing other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.
Hair loss treatments discussed include cosmeRNA, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide. Users debate effectiveness, side effects, and upcoming treatments, with some expressing skepticism and others optimism.
Some users believe people falsely claim hair restoration results from finasteride and minoxidil alone, while actually having hair transplants. Finasteride and minoxidil, often used with microneedling and nizoral, are effective for many, but results and opinions on dosages vary.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole for hair loss treatment over two years, experiencing some regrowth and maintenance. He reports side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction, and slight libido impact from minoxidil.
PP405 shows promising results for hair growth, potentially outperforming finasteride without side effects like erectile dysfunction. Users discuss using treatments like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, nizoral, and alfatradiol while waiting for PP405's availability.
Prolonged use of topical minoxidil and finasteride can lead to neuroendocrine and autonomic dysfunction, causing severe sensitivity and side effects. Recovery involves avoiding these treatments, supporting neurosteroid recovery, calming the sympathetic system, and rebuilding scalp health naturally.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and regained confidence after using 1 mg finasteride and minoxidil twice daily. Initial side effects like weak erections and hard nipples resolved over time as the body adjusted.