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960-990 / 1000+ resultscommunity Terrible scalp itch and hair loss
Severe scalp itching and hair loss, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis, are discussed, with treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and various shampoos mentioned. Some users find relief from itching with DHT blockers like Finasteride, while others suggest consulting multiple dermatologists for accurate diagnosis.
community 0.1% topical finesteride 2x per day. Is it too much?
The conversation discusses using a 0.1% topical finasteride solution twice daily after experiencing brain fog from oral finasteride. A user suggests trying the solution once daily for a few months if concerned.
community Any topical melatonin users here ?
The conversation discusses using topical melatonin for diffuse thinning and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking advice on whether melatonin could help with their condition.
community 6 years fighting the Norwood reaper
The user has been managing hair loss with microneedling, Nutrafol, topical finasteride/minoxidil foam, LLLT, and Nizoral, and plans to add oral minoxidil. They are seeing improvement and are cautious about using oral finasteride due to past gynecomastia concerns.
community Dose of oral spironolactone for males to stop hairloss when 5ari blockers not working, any idea
The conversation discusses using oral spironolactone for hair loss in males when 5ari blockers fail. Concerns are raised about spironolactone's side effects, and alternatives like pyrilutamide and breezula are suggested.
community 9 months big 3, 46 y/o. Adding RU
The person is using 1mg of finasteride daily, 2mg of minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm needle. They sometimes use topical minoxidil as well.
community 3 month update, topical Min/Fin
A 39-year-old has been using topical 5% minoxidil for 11 years, added microneedling, and recently started using a topical combination of minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride, noticing some hair regrowth after three months. They experienced minor side effects when switching finasteride concentrations and plan to continue the treatment, possibly adding oral finasteride or dutasteride if significant progress is seen after a year.
community Before Oral Minoxodil vs 3 months (2.5)
The user is using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement. They are considering increasing the dosage and exploring alternatives to topical minoxidil/finasteride due to concerns about toxicity to cats.
community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.
community Does Vitamin C serum negate the the collagen reduction that Minoxidil causes?
Minoxidil can inhibit collagen production, potentially causing premature aging. The user is inquiring if Vitamin C serum or derma rolling can counteract this effect.
community Is this regrowth? Minox, lumigan, needles, keto
The user is asking if they are experiencing hair regrowth while using a treatment regimen that includes hair regrowth gel with castor oil, minoxidil 5% with latanoprost, dermastamping once a week, ketoconazole shampoo, and nizoral cream. They have shared photos after applying these treatments.
community Lost 65% of hair last 3 years. No regrowth. Also have Seborrheic Dermatitis flare ups. Diagnosed by derm as "alopecia". Started taking 2 supplements I researched and 0 flare up for over 2 months. New hair growing. Scalp healthy. Everything else has stayed the same! Overjoyed is an understatement!!
After suffering from hair loss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hair growth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.
community Early impressions Rootique Dou + Ulo low dose finasteride
A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.
community 6 months difference on topical finasteride
User shared 6-month progress using topical finasteride, biotin, and occasional dermarolling, reporting no side effects except possible depression. Replies praised the results and shared personal experiences with finasteride.
community 24M with mild temple recession - is topical finasteride worth it?
A 24-year-old with mild temple recession is using 5% minoxidil without noticeable effects and has started topical finasteride but is anxious about potential side effects. They are considering a specialist visit for peace of mind despite the cost.
community Oral minoxidil hypertension after stopping
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.
community Ru + glycerin making scalp greasy . help !!
The user is experiencing a greasy and dandruff-prone scalp from using RU58841 with glycerin and is seeking alternative carriers for seborrheic dermatitis. They are also using dutasteride 0.5mg.
community 5% min + 1mg fin + dermaroller - 2,5 months
The user is using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and a 1.5mm dermaroller 1-2 times a week for hair growth, noting improved growth speed and density. They avoid applying minoxidil immediately after dermarolling due to skin irritation.
community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects
A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.
community Oral Min 2.5mg, oral fin 1mg, 2mm derma roller, discouraged by results after a month
The user is using oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, oral Finasteride 1 mg, and a 2mm derma roller for hair loss but feels discouraged by the lack of results after a month. They are seeking advice and considering additional methods like antiandrogens, exercise, and dietary changes.
community 11 weeks Topical finasteride .025% formulation help
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride (.025% concentration), minoxidil, Nutrafol, and vitamin D to address hair loss. They experienced initial side effects but reported improvement over 11 weeks and are considering increasing the dosage.
community 2 months fin, min, dermarolling, thoughts?
User shares 2-month progress with fin, min, dermarolling. Others discuss consistency, regrowth, shedding, and potential side effects.
community Update: 3-month progress on oral finasteride and minoxidil
A 37-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss, showing significant improvement. He experienced initial side effects like anxiety, low mood, and testicular ache.
community can topical retinol ( vitamin A ) affect hair / hairloss ???
Topical retinol does not affect hair loss and may help hair regrowth. It is different from isotretinoin, which can cause hair loss due to its systemic effects.
community This sub in a nutshell when it comes to medicine. Oral Minoxidil isn’t that bad
The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.
community Finasteride influence on other hormones
Finasteride can affect hormone levels, potentially causing symptoms like puffy nipples and testicular pain, and may result in elevated prolactin and high testosterone. The user is seeking interpretation of these changes after taking finasteride.
community PCOS female with significant receding and thinning; doctor won’t give me anything but Spiro and Spiro sucks
Female with PCOS experiences receding and thinning hair, wants dutasteride instead of spironolactone. Discusses desire to reduce DHT without losing libido.
community Using liquid cetirizine as a topical?
The conversation discusses using liquid cetirizine as a topical treatment for hair loss. It mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.