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A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.

The user has been using a combination of oral and topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. They report improvement in hair thickness except for the crown area, which has not changed.

The user experienced significant hair improvement over nine months using a routine of oral finasteride, mixed topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and Head & Shoulders shampoo. The user attributes the progress to oral minoxidil and reduced stress during paternity leave.

The conversation discusses making oral minoxidil from minoxidil powder as a backup plan due to the unavailability of packaged oral minoxidil in Turkey. The user has a capsule machine and some chemistry knowledge but lacks professional equipment.

Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

A 27-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil and topical finasteride for 3 months, noticing fuller, thicker hair with no side effects. Users discuss the effectiveness and side effects of oral versus topical treatments, with some recommending higher doses or additional treatments like topical minoxidil.

The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil but is currently going through a shedding phase. Despite the shedding, progress is evident, and users suggest patience and possibly adding microneedling to improve results.

The user reports positive progress in hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D, red light therapy, and microneedling. They note thickening at the hairline and some regrowth at the temples.

New hair loss treatments include topical and gel formulations combining finasteride and dutasteride, with added caffeine and melatonin. The user reports positive results from using topical dutasteride.

Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.