The user is experiencing excessive hair thinning and is unsure of the cause. They are seeking opinions on treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is experiencing hair thinning after increasing finasteride to 0.5 mg daily and oral minoxidil to 3 mg. They are concerned about whether this is normal and if the recent dose increase is affecting their hair, as they plan a hair transplant in 5 weeks.
The conversation discusses the use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, specifically its impact on shedding. The user is inquiring if others have experienced increased or decreased shedding after starting pyrilutamide.
Tretinoin and microneedling both enhance hairgrowth through different mechanisms, with microneedling being considered safe for long-term use. Optimal microneedling needle length varies, but 0.8 mm is suggested for hairgrowth, and a Dermastamp is recommended to avoid skin damage.
The conversation discusses a new hairgrowth treatment that showed a 14 hairs/cm2 increase in a trial, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and potential cost. Some users are hopeful about combining it with existing treatments like oral minoxidil for better results.
Dutasteride potentially being more effective than Finasteride in treating hair loss due to its ability to suppress DHT levels more significantly. Dutasteride also has fewer sexual side effects compared to Finasteride.
Imidazole drugs like ketoconazole inhibit certain enzymes and prevent DHT from binding to SHBG, increasing free DHT in the bloodstream, which may contribute to balding. The discussion questions how these drugs help with hair loss despite this effect.
2% fucoidan alleviated AGA symptoms, promoted hairgrowth, and increasedhair density in mice. Fucoidan is considered safe for humans as a supplement and topical skincare product, with potential therapeutic effects against AGA.
A 30-year-old male, using Finasteride for over six years, is experiencing increasedhair loss despite a stable hairline. He increased his Finasteride dosage and ordered Ketoconazole and Minoxidil, but is concerned about long-term daily application and the impact on his confidence.
A 24-year-old experienced reduced hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil initially, but hair loss increased again after a few months. They switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, saw temporary improvement, but faced increased shedding again, seeking advice on next steps.
Scientists discovered a sugar gel, 2dDR-SA, that increasedhairgrowth in mice. Users discussed its potential, comparing it to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
A 20-year-old experiencing diffuse thinning is using a regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and ketoconazole to address hair loss. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dosage or adding topical treatments due to minimal shedding observed after 16 days.
A user on Finasteride for over a year is asking if taking Glycine 1000 mg at night along with morning collagen peptides will increase DHT and cause hair loss. They are concerned about the potential impact on their hair loss treatment.
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.
The user is experiencing gradual hairline regrowth with finasteride and is considering increasing the concentration of topical finasteride and minoxidil to speed up growth. They are also using microneedling and considering adding tretinoin to their routine.
Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. L'Oreal's study on Stemoxydine 5% claims a 4% increase in hair density after 3 months, but some users question potential bias.
Increasedhair shedding after starting Dutasteride is normal and indicates treatment efficacy, as it triggers a synchronized shedding phase to make way for stronger hairgrowth. It is advised to continue with the current treatment plan and assess results in 9 to 12 months.
Increasedhair shedding can occur when starting Finasteride, but it's usually temporary. Adding Minoxidil may help regrow and thicken hair, while vitamins are only beneficial if there's a deficiency.
Increasedhair loss after starting a 10g daily creatine regimen, possibly linked to elevated DHT levels despite dutasteride use. Stopping creatine reduced shedding, but the exact cause is uncertain, with discussions on exercise and lifestyle impacts.
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
Increasedhair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.
Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hair loss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.
Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.
Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.
PP405 increasedhair density by 20% in 31% of participants, but results are considered underwhelming. Minoxidil and finasteride are seen as more effective treatments.
OP increased Dutasteride from 0.5mg to 2.5mg daily and added 5mg Oral Minoxidil, seeing progress after one month. They also used Nizoral Ketoconazole shampoo to reduce scalp inflammation.
Finasteride increased libido for some users, with effects normalizing after a few weeks to months. Other treatments mentioned include Dutasteride and Minoxidil.
The conversation discusses using finasteride topically for hair loss and concerns about potential side effects like feminization and impact on muscle growth. One person shared their experience with finasteride, indicating it increased testosterone and did not prevent them from gaining muscle or strength.