The user is asking for opinions on whether their hair growth is due to Pantostin and hormone treatments. One commenter confirms regrowth and asks about the hormone treatments.
Diffuse thinners often experience more hair regrowth with DHT blockers like finasteride, possibly due to less DHT sensitivity and the presence of miniaturized, not completely bald, follicles. However, regrowth varies widely among individuals, influenced by factors like genetics, the stage of hair loss, and treatment methods such as minoxidil, microneedling, and dermarolling.
A user shared their experience using dutasteride for hair loss, noting subtle improvements and thicker hair without significant regrowth. They did not use finasteride or minoxidil, and experienced occasional shedding but no side effects.
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.
User shares 8-month hair transplant update with 3800 grafts, using Minoxidil and Xpecia. Others express amazement at results and discuss costs and procedures.
The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss but is experiencing low energy and motivation, possibly due to high prolactin levels. Despite treatment, hairline recession continues, and the user is considering the impact of low DHT levels on overall health and energy.
Matthew McConaughey's hair restoration methods are speculated to involve hair systems, transplants, and treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Many believe he falsely credits his hair regrowth to Regenix, while others suggest he uses a combination of treatments for a natural look.
A user's experiences with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and hair transplants, in relation to another person who has been publicly vocal about their own hair loss struggles. People have shared opinions on this other person's treatment choices and the results of their hair transplant.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.
A user with Androgenetic Alopecia is seeking advice on hair growth treatments while planning for pregnancy. Current routine includes LaserCap, Nizoral Shampoo, scalp massage, The Ordinary Multi Peptide Serum, vitamin D, prenatal vitamins, and SEEN shampoo.
The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments beyond finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if hair restoration technology has reached a dead end. Hair transplant technology has improved, but new medications face challenges with market entry, cost, accessibility, and long-term effectiveness.
A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.
A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.
A user who was part of an ongoing trial for a prolactin blocker and had regrowth, but the progress photos were not shared due to negative reactions from other users. Treatments mentioned include HMI-115, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that might replace finasteride and minoxidil, but it is still in clinical trials and may not be available until 2028-2031. There is skepticism about its effectiveness, with only a 20% increase in hair density observed in some participants.
A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.
A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hair loss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.
A 22-year-old male started taking finasteride a month ago and is seeing some progress in hair loss treatment. He is concerned about high estradiol levels but plans to continue the medication and consult an endocrinologist.
The conversation is about optimism for new hair loss treatments like Stemson's bioengineering, osteopotin, SCUBE3, GT20029, and Verteprofin, and inquires about other notable treatments.
The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.
Creatine may affect hair loss by reducing PGE2 levels, which could influence hair growth. The discussion highlights the need for more research on this potential mechanism.
The user is using 1 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. They experienced shedding between weeks 2-5 and plan to update their progress at 6 months and 1 year.
The conversation is about the safety of using hair loss products like Minoxidil and finasteride while trying to conceive and after birth. The user is seeking advice on whether these products are safe for the baby and if any men in similar situations can share their experiences.
Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.
Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.
Hair growth can be induced without stopping DHT, as seen with Minoxidil. HMI115 may work by promoting follicle growth, not targeting the root cause of hair loss (DHT).
Hair regrowth in transfems is more effective due to hormonal changes, specifically estrogen, which keeps hair in growth phase longer. Treatments mentioned include anti-androgens, sex hormones, and DHT blockers like finasteride.
The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and is now using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly 3 months. They are hopeful about tiny hairs/dots indicating regrowth and are considering a hair transplant later in the year.
The conversation discusses whether M44 had a hair transplant or uses finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Opinions vary, with some suggesting a transplant and others noting no clear signs of hair loss.