User made progress with topical Finasteride/Minoxidil and topical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
Concerns about the long-term safety of VDPHL01, an extended-release minoxidil, due to potential risks similar to Cantu syndrome, were raised, highlighting the lack of monitoring for chronic connective tissue changes. The conversation suggests that while the treatment may improve hair growth, it could lead to issues not detected in short-term trials.
A user is experiencing severe hair loss, diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis, and is using Ketoconazole and beclomethasone. They are concerned about potential female pattern baldness and are seeking reassurance and advice.
The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
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.
Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.
The conversation is about choosing effective hair loss treatments, specifically discussing RU58841, 5% minoxidil, copper peptides, microneedling, finasteride, dutasteride, and Tretinoin. The user seeks advice on the best topical treatments and prefers to use only 1-2 products.
The user is seeking advice on improving their hair loss treatment regimen, considering changes to their topical solution, and is curious about others' daily routines and recommendations for medications and supplements. They are contemplating switching Tretinoin for Tazarotene, Latanoprost for Bimatoprost, and possibly adding Alfatradiol, Topical Melatonin, or a topical androgen receptor antagonist.
After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.
Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.
The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss without positive results and switched to dutasteride 1.5 months ago. They suspect seborrheic dermatitis might be affecting the effectiveness of these treatments.
Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of topical minoxidil and derma-stamping, with suggestions to add finasteride or dutasteride for better long-term results. Ketoconazole shampoo is also considered for scalp health.
The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.
Using tretinoin with minoxidil can cause burning and flaky skin due to alcohol in minoxidil and tretinoin's effects. Solutions include using minoxidil foam, starting with low tretinoin doses, moisturizing, and gradually increasing usage.
An arthritis drug, baricitinib, is discussed as a potential treatment for autoimmune alopecia, not androgenetic alopecia. Ritlecitinib is also mentioned as a possible treatment for scarring alopecia.
Topical dutasteride residue on pillows may cause ear redness and irritation. The user is concerned about a contact reaction from the treatment transferring to the pillow.
The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes RU58841, minoxidil mixed with finasteride, adenosine, dermarolling with lidocaine cream, and biotin. They are questioning if they are dermarolling too aggressively and are willing to accept baldness if no improvement is seen in 6 months.
Fatty liver and related issues may influence hair loss conditions like Dupa/Aga. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, myo-inositol, and L-glutamine.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect Vitamin D deficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
Concerns about metal particles from dermapen or dermaroller needles potentially entering the skin and lymph nodes, similar to tattoo needles. Discussion includes the possibility of using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment.
Accutane use led to hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.
The user is considering adding 2% ketoconazole to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride to address scalp itchiness and inflammation. Another user suggests controlling inflammation is important for managing hair loss.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses a 4-month hair loss treatment progress using RU58841, topical Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and micro-needling. The user shares progress pictures taken at the start, after 1 month, and the current state, all under the same conditions.
The user experienced hair loss after chikungunya and started PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) injections with injectable Dutasteride, noticing new hair growth. They are hopeful for continued improvement.
The user is seeking advice on treating male pattern baldness (MPB) while dealing with seborrheic dermatitis, specifically asking about the use of finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They are concerned about side effects and are looking for recommendations to improve overall hair thickness, especially on the crown.
User discusses a topical hair solution containing Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Ketoconazole, and asks if it's safe to combine and leave in hair. Concerns include Ketoconazole being left in hair and Tretinoin's effects with Dutasteride and Ketoconazole.