The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.
Treatments for androgenic hair loss, including the use of finasteride, minoxidil, nizroal and microneedling/dermarolling. Side effects are discussed and it is noted that while there are tradeoffs to taking medications, they are generally safe and effective.
Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
Minoxidil is toxic to cats, so users should wash hands after application and ensure it dries before pets are near. Some switch to oral minoxidil to avoid risks, while others use topical forms cautiously.
Creatine does not cause hair loss, despite many users reporting personal experiences of hair shedding. Scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and increased hair loss or hormone changes.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1 mg Finasteride, 5% Minoxidil, and dermarolling, with a switch from a 0.5 mm to a 1 mm roller after two months. The user is happy with the results but is still considering a hair transplant for more density.
Vitamin D supplementation can aid hair regrowth for some, but results differ. Combining vitamin D with finasteride and minoxidil often improves hair thickness, though not for everyone.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.
A 20 year old male's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, nizoral shampoo, dutasteride, alfatradiol, stemoxydine and RU58841, over the course of two years. The user reported losing ground overall but their hair becoming curly, which helped hide more scalp.
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.
19-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks advice on treatments. Suggestions include Finasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and consulting a dermatologist.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride may be linked to health risks like fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease, and potential kidney disease. Some users believe the risks are low and the medications are generally safe.
A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.
Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize side effects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.
A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.
A user shared their experience with Spironolactone for hair loss, noting it stopped hair loss and cleared acne but had side effects like frequent urination and potential kidney damage. They also mentioned Bicalutamide as a potentially more potent DHT blocker with fewer side effects and asked for others' experiences with DHT blockers for women.
The conversation is about finding alternatives to Octa Sabal Plus for hair loss treatment. It mentions using ingredients like pumpkin seed oil, octacosanol, and soybean extract, but suggests finasteride as a more effective option.
Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.
A 25-year-old male with 10 years of hair loss is using minoxidil and considering adding finasteride or dutasteride, possibly with microneedling, to improve hair regrowth before a hair transplant. Community members suggest starting a DHT blocker immediately, considering oral minoxidil, and addressing low vitamin D and HDL levels.
Verteporfin is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth, but skepticism exists about its effectiveness in regenerating extracted hair follicles. The conversation also mentions the possibility of needing a hair transplant by 2028.
The conversation is about using a product containing dutasteride and tamsulosin for hair loss. Users discuss separating the components and potential side effects like frequent urination and changes in libido.
Scientists discovered a new T cell treatment that could regrow hair. Users are skeptical but hopeful, with some relying on finasteride and minoxidil in the meantime.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a multivitamin containing Zinc, Biotin, B12, B6, B2, B1, Vitamin D, and Iron for hair loss. The multivitamin is from a reliable but inexpensive brand in Brazil.
The user has been using finasteride for 3 years with good results and wants to switch to dutasteride combined with tamsulosin. They are seeking more information about tamsulosin.
Diet changes alone are unlikely to reverse hair loss, as some users report no improvement without medical treatments like finasteride. A disciplined diet high in nutrients may support overall health, but finasteride is noted for effectively reversing hair thinning.
A new serum claims to enhance hair regrowth by amplifying oxygen delivery, improving the effectiveness of treatments like exosomes and peptides. Users are skeptical, questioning its efficacy compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user takes 1 mg finasteride three times a week, topical minoxidil daily, and Saw Palmetto both topically and orally on non-finasteride days. They recently added 1 g of pumpkin seed oil daily to improve hair thickness and are seeking advice on dosing and cycling Saw Palmetto.