A 38-year-old man from Poland, balding for 15 years, shared his hair regrowth progress after 4 months of using finasteride (fin), minoxidil (min), micro-needling, and infrared light treatments. He recently switched from finasteride to dutasteride.
User made progress with hair loss using Fin, Min, and microneedling. Experienced side effects like improved skin, brain fog, and memory issues, but adjusting Fin dosage helped.
The user shared a 9+ month hair loss treatment progress with 1mg finasteride in the morning, 2.5mg oral minoxidil at night, and vitamin A spray at night, noting the importance of seeing a dermatologist early as their cousin started treatment too late for it to be effective.
An 18-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after three months of using finasteride 1mg daily. He reported no side effects and other users expressed admiration and curiosity about his results.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hair loss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hair loss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
Finasteride users often experience itchy scalps, which may improve over time, but many rely on ketoconazole shampoo to manage symptoms. Some users find that finasteride helps with hair shedding, but not with scalp irritation, which may require additional treatment.
A 25-year-old male with DUPA (diffuse thinning including the donor area) has not seen improvement after 14 months on finasteride. He's considering switching to dutasteride (DUT) after advice from a hair loss YouTuber and is also contemplating trying RU58841.
The conversation revolves around the psychological impact of hair loss and various treatments. Participants discuss using Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), hair transplants, and therapy for mental health. Some also recommend immediate action at the first signs of hair loss and joining supportive communities.
The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.
The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.
The user is using finasteride 1.25mg three times a week for hair regrowth and reports no significant side effects except watery semen initially. They also use a local caffeine shampoo and are considering haircuts to improve appearance.
Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.
A 29-year-old shares progress on hair recovery using a daily liposomal topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, iRestore device, and several vitamins. They report no side effects from the topical treatment, unlike previous issues with oral finasteride.
The user shares their experience with a hair system, noting no one noticed the change except their girlfriend. They discuss the learning curve, maintenance tips, and their satisfaction with the results, feeling more confident and optimistic.
The conversation is about whether it is safe to take Xeljanz, a JAK inhibitor, while also taking finasteride for hair loss. The concern is that Xeljanz weakens the immune system, which could be risky.
The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.
New company Amplifica receives $11.8 million for hair loss product development, co-founded by Dr. Maksim Plikus and William Rassman. Users discuss undisclosed product candidates and application methods.
The conversation discusses various theories of hair loss, including DHT sensitivity and genetic factors, with the user willing to use themselves for research due to having a hair loss gene but different hair loss patterns compared to their brothers. Specific treatments were not mentioned in the provided text.
The user is experiencing chronic folliculitis with scalp sores and is concerned about a receding hairline. They have tried various treatments including antibiotics, Nizoral 2% shampoo, and lifestyle changes, but are seeking further advice.
Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.
A user experienced severe sexual side effects and man boobs after 11 months of finasteride use, despite initial positive results for hair growth. They are discontinuing finasteride and caution others about potential risks, suggesting that side effects may be more common than reported.
18M experiencing hair loss, using finasteride and considering hair transplant. Replies suggest waiting, giving finasteride a year, and consulting a specialist.
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 "AcanthocephalaNo7632" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the use of minoxidil and finasteride. Some users questioned the authenticity of the progress pictures.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hair loss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hair loss to tailor treatment effectively.
The user is unhappy with the results of a FUT hair transplant from 2021, noting uneven hair texture and persistent thinning. They are considering a FUE procedure and have been using finasteride for a year, previously used minoxidil, and currently use Toppik for concealment.
A user experienced rapid hair loss and was prescribed Desonide cream for mild Alopecia. They are seeking feedback on its effectiveness and potential side effects.