The user reports slow progress in hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and a weekly oil massage. They note improvement in the crown area but minimal change in the hairline.
The conversation is about hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments like finasteride, with one user expressing satisfaction after seeing hair regrowth on CCTV. Other users share their experiences with hair visibility and discuss the effectiveness of finasteride compared to dutasteride.
A user's 5-month progress with Finasteride 1mg for hair loss, which is showing promising results; other users have suggested adding additional treatments such as Minoxidil and Derma Rolling to further boost regrowth.
Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.
User discusses frustration with hair loss treatments and lack of progress. Emphasizes importance of measuring blood hormone levels to understand treatment effectiveness and side effects.
The user shared their 4-month hair loss progress, noting initial hair loss followed by improvement. They used a dermaroller twice a week with varying needle sizes.
A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.
The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.
The user has seen positive results after 16 months of using topical Finasteride/Minoxidil, microneedling weekly, and Tretinoin for hair loss. There are no reported side effects, and the user advises that the effectiveness of microneedling depends on the pressure applied.
The user shared impressive hair growth results after 100 days using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and saw palmetto, and plans to get a hair transplant. The conversation includes suggestions for additional treatments like ketoconazole and derma stamping, and discussions about potential side effects of finasteride.
Dutasteride users have mixed results in hair loss treatment, with some experiencing improvements and others worsening. Some report metabolic changes like weight gain or diabetes, while others have no significant side effects.
A 30-year-old female shares her positive progress with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and vitamins, after experiencing hair loss since her early 20s. She mentions using a product with a natural DHT blocker and emphasizes the importance of checking vitamin and iron levels.
A 25-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair condition after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, but later faced diffuse thinning and texture deterioration after a shedding phase. Others suggest patience, continued treatment, and using ketoconazole shampoo, with some sharing similar experiences of post-shed thinning.
Hair loss progress with fin and min treatments since 27th Jan 2023. User experienced positive results using 1mg fin daily, 1ml topical min daily, and 0.75mm dermaroller weekly.
The conversation discusses that genetic analysis of the Iceman Ötzi shows he had male-pattern baldness and dark skin, with a joke about using beards and tattoos to distract from hair loss. No specific hair loss treatments are mentioned.
A user suggests making a potent sulforaphane topical to degrade DHT and promote hair growth. Another user notes that sulforaphane's low molecular weight might also lower systemic DHT.
The conversation is about hair loss treatment using finasteride, ketoconazole, and sulfur soap, with consideration of starting dermastamp. The user prefers not to use minoxidil.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The focus is on progress observed at the temples after one month of treatment.
Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.
The user shared progress pictures after using oral finasteride 1mg daily and topical minoxidil 5% twice a day for 107 days, noting initial shedding that stabilized. Other users discussed application techniques, dosage, and shared encouragement and questions about side effects and results.
Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.
The user shared progress pictures showing 7-8 months of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, dermarolling, and biotin. The hairline remains the same, but overall hair looks better.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from September to December using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%. The treatment appears to be effective for hair loss.
A user is planning to get extensive blood tests before starting Finasteride and is seeking advice on which tests are necessary. They are concerned about the cost and potential redundancy of some tests.
Hope Medicine received a $28M investment for HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody in phase II trials for treating androgenetic alopecia. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others find the investment and trial results encouraging.
A user shared their positive experience with a 4200-graft hair transplant performed by Dr. Heena Kudyar, noting significant improvement in hairline and density by month 9. The user did not mention using medications like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841.
The user experienced severe hair shedding despite using oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, and was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). They are considering switching to topical treatments due to the ineffectiveness of their current regimen.