OP underwent a hair transplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thin hair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.
A user is considering creating a mobile app to track hair transplant recovery, including daily progress, photos, and care instructions. They seek feedback on whether such an app would be helpful for others.
A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
A user shared progress pictures 1.5 months after a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are concerned about potential shock loss and the thinning appearance.
A user shared their 4-month hair transplant progress with 3740 grafts, showing before and after pictures. They had a generally good experience, except for the anesthesia part.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be an early warning sign for type 2 diabetes due to its association with insulin resistance. Treatments discussed include testosterone therapy and finasteride, which affects hormone levels related to hair loss and insulin sensitivity.
The conversation is about the approval of Clascoterone (Winlevi) in Canada for hair loss treatment. One user expressed skepticism about its effectiveness due to low concentration.
A 26-year-old is experiencing unexpected hair shedding on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and body, along with greasy skin, and has decided to see a doctor. They are seeking advice and support.
User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.
A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride for 17 months and recently switched to dutasteride. His bloodwork shows increased luteinizing hormone levels, possibly due to increased testosterone, with no side effects and improved libido.
PP405 is moving to late-stage trials, showing potential for hair regrowth, with 31% of male patients experiencing a 20% increase in hair density. Veradermics is developing an oral minoxidil version, and there is interest in combining treatments for better results.
The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.
People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.
A 42-year-old had 2,100 grafts transplanted to the frontal third of the scalp, using treatments like Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, and PRP. They plan to add RU58841 and have scheduled SMP to improve cosmetic results.
The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.
The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.
The user switched from finasteride to DIY dutasteride mesotherapy and topical minoxidil due to side effects. They report improved well-being and no hair loss worsening after stopping finasteride.
Hair loss discussion includes alfatradiol (Pantostin/Ell Cranell) as a potential treatment. Users share opinions on its effectiveness in their regimen.
Pyrilutamide is seen as a last hope for those who can't take finasteride, with promising results reported. However, there's uncertainty about the quality and consistency of Pyrilutamide from black market sources.
A user's 11-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg dutasteride every other day, 50mg RU58841 in the morning, 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil at night, and microneedling with a 1.5mm needle every other week. The user's improvement was significant, going from a severe hair loss stage (NW7) to a mild/moderate stage (NW2-3).
The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress after 2.5 months using pyrilutamide and minoxidil. Participants note visible improvement in a short time.
A 45-year-old male successfully slowed hair loss using Nizoral and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) but cannot use Minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride for medical reasons. He seeks suggestions for hair regrowth options.
The user tried a product labeled as PP405 from Umbrella Labs for hair loss but saw no changes, and it was revealed to be a fake or misidentified product. The user is also using finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments but is still experiencing hairline issues.
The user experienced successful hair regrowth with Finasteride and Minoxidil but developed erectile dysfunction and abdominal pain, possibly due to medication or lifestyle changes. They plan to consult a urologist and consider adjusting medication or trying supplements like zinc, DIM, or boron.
Chinese company gets green light for Pyrilutamide Phase II trial for androgenetic alopecia. Androgen receptors downregulate in androgen deficient environments.
Avoid layering thin or thinning hair, as it can make hair appear thinner and uneven. Proper framing and minimal layering can help maintain a fuller look, especially when using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
User shared 2-year finasteride results, showing maintenance without regrowth or further recession. Experienced ball ache for a month, but no other side effects.