Treatment options for female alopecia androgenetica, discussing the availability of spironolactone online in The Netherlands and other potential treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841.
A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning is considering starting finasteride but is concerned about potential side effects and hereditary factors. While waiting to access finasteride, he plans to use pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, biotin, and vitamins, and is advised to check blood levels before starting treatment.
The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.
The conversation humorously discusses using semen as a topical treatment for hair growth, with users joking about its effectiveness and comparing it to other treatments like finasteride. The tone is light-hearted and sarcastic, with no serious endorsement of the method.
A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.
The user has been taking small doses of Finasteride, mixed with Stemoxydine, which has helped maintain their existing hair but not regrow new hair. They're considering dissolving the Finasteride in high-alcohol content drinks for easier administration and are seeking opinions on this method.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.
The user experienced positive hair growth results after a year of using finasteride, initially taking 1mg daily but switching to a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule due to side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen. The side effects improved after switching to the reduced schedule, with normal erections returning within a month.
A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.
Selecting a hair transplant clinic requires avoiding pitfalls like prioritizing quantity over quality and aggressive sales tactics. Ensure the clinic uses experienced surgeons and recommends treatments like minoxidil and finasteride before a transplant.
A new hair loss treatment, KX-826, is being discussed as a stronger and safer alternative to RU58841 and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some users skeptical about its effectiveness and others considering it as part of their regimen.
A 27-year-old shared progress 6 months after a hair transplant of 4500 grafts, using finasteride and minoxidil. The procedure was done at Vera Clinic in Istanbul, costing 3000 Euros, and the user is pleased with the results.
People are discussing their reactions if PP405 fails in phase 3 trials, with some expressing skepticism and others holding onto hope for future treatments like GT20029 and Breezula. Many mention continuing with existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while others express disappointment and consider alternative solutions.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.
A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.
Pyrilutamide/KX-826 is being considered as a potential treatment for female androgenetic alopecia (AGA), but its high cost and limited data on effectiveness are concerns. Kintor markets it for both men and women.
After nearly four months on finasteride, a user noticed improved hair quality but developed nipple puffiness, suggesting early signs of gynecomastia. They considered switching to other treatments like CB-03-01 or RU58841 and contemplated consulting an endocrinologist about aromatase inhibitors.
A 47-year-old used finasteride and minoxidil for a year without results and is concerned about whether it's too late to regrow hair. Another user suggests continuing the treatments and adding microneedling for potentially better results, emphasizing patience.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.
A user is concerned about low hair density 12 months after a hair transplant and is not using finasteride or minoxidil, only taking biotin. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal, if starting medication now would help, and when to consider a second procedure.
A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinning hair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.
The user discusses their experience with hair loss despite taking estrogen and cyproterone, and estimates needing around 3000 grafts for a feminine hairline. They are considering getting the procedure done in Turkey due to high European costs.
Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.
The user is concerned that drinking spearmint tea while on finasteride might harm sperm count, mobility, and testosterone levels, despite seeing positive effects on hair. They seek advice on whether to continue or stop the tea.
The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.
The conversation is about a user's one-year progress after a 3,200 graft FUE hair transplant and their use of oral finasteride and minoxidil. People are impressed with the results and are discussing the effectiveness and cost of the treatment.
User discusses Alfatradiol (17a-Estradiol) as a potential hair loss treatment with mixed results. Concerns include low dosage, receptor theory, and possible increased aromatase activity on scalp.