The user has been experiencing continuous hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
The user experienced significant hairline improvement after 2 months using 1 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil, with only initial shedding as a side effect. The progress is notable, with the user returning from near Norwood 2 to Norwood 1, and they use Rogaine for topical application.
The user is experiencing aggressive diffuse thinning despite using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice, microneedling, and Nizoral for seborrheic dermatitis. They are considering switching to dutasteride or RU58841 but are advised to seek a second opinion to determine the cause of hairloss.
A 20-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months, reducing hair fall by 60%, but is still experiencing hairloss. He is considering more powerful treatments as topical finasteride, which reduces scalp DHT by 70%, hasn't stopped his hairloss.
The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.
The user experienced significant hairloss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hairloss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.
A user on dutasteride for hairloss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.
The user is seeking advice on hairloss treatments, considering options like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, or a hair transplant. They are concerned about how their mixed hair color might affect a transplant.
A user's experience with hairloss, their attempts to treat it using topical minoxidil and finasteride, and other suggested treatments such as oral minoxidil and finasteride. Replies included advice against wasting time or money on scalp massages or oils.
GT20029, a new hairloss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hairloss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hairloss isn't a family trait.
The user is experiencing sudden hairloss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hairloss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.
A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.
A 23-year-old feels devastated by hairloss despite using Minoxidil and finasteride since age 18, and is advised to embrace baldness, improve physical fitness, and consider hair systems. The conversation emphasizes self-acceptance, confidence, and exploring new interests to improve mental well-being.
A user with female pattern hairloss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hairloss.
A 36-year-old is concerned about early hairline recession despite no family history of hairloss. They are considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but are worried about potential side effects and are seeking natural alternatives.
A user with diffuse thinning alopecia uses a custom full cap wig for an active lifestyle, costing $450 and lasting about 10 months. They share their positive experience with the wig as an alternative for those for whom treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 don't work.
The conversation discusses the role of DHT in male hairloss and the effectiveness of treatments like Finasteride, which reduces DHT, and RU58841, which blocks DHT from binding to scalp receptors. The user debates the trade-offs between maintaining hair and having a healthy endocrine system, suggesting RU58841 might allow for both.
The user is using a combination of RU58841, Stemoxydine, RevivHair Serum, hair growth oil, topical Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, oral Minoxidil, and Finasteride to treat hairloss. They report no side effects from oral Minoxidil and Finasteride after 7 months of use.
Stopping hairloss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can result in losing regrown hair, highlighting the importance of consistent use. Restarting these treatments may cause temporary shedding, but hair can regrow with continued use.
Thin, short hairs often appear in areas of hairloss but may not grow fully despite treatments like finasteride. Some users consider additional treatments like microneedling or hair transplants.
If treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, PRP, microneedling, and exosomes fail, opinions differ on using a hair system or shaving. Some choose shaving for simplicity, while others consider hair systems despite maintenance concerns.
The user is experiencing aggressive hairloss since their teens and has tried finasteride, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil without success in halting the hairloss. They are seeking advice on how to stop it.
The user is using minoxidil, topical finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and a dermaroller for hair regrowth but is experiencing changes in sexual function. They are concerned about whether these changes are due to the treatment and are seeking advice on continuing hair growth without affecting sexuality.
User experienced significant body hairloss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin D, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.
The user is experiencing continued hairloss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, and microneedling. They are considering a hair transplant due to lack of response to current treatments.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hairloss treatments.
A user tried various treatments for hairloss, including Metanx, Nizoral, hair transplants, and scalp massages, with limited success. They recently experimented with Botox injections in the scalp, which significantly reduced scalp itch and shedding, though it's too early to see regrowth.
Hairloss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, and estradiol, with concerns about side effects like sexual dysfunction and feminization. Some users prefer hair transplants or shaving over medication due to potential side effects.
The conversation is about hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and keto spray, along with oral Saw Palmetto, Lustriva complex, collagen, and microneedling. Users discuss their experiences with these treatments, noting improvements in hair density and color, with some experiencing mild side effects.