Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hairloss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.
This user experienced an improvement in hair quality and stopped shedding by using Minoxidil 5% spray twice a day for 4 months. Other users encouraged the use of finasteride to maintain the results, as it is the only treatment that addresses the underlying cause of hairloss.
Researchers finding that microRNA can potentially regrow 90% of lost hair, and the challenges involved in moving this research forward to human trials. Various treatments for hairloss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, have been discussed.
A 23-year-old plans a hair transplant and uses finasteride, Essengen 6 Plus, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, vitamins, and Foligain capsules. He seeks advice on his regimen and the timing of the procedure, considering family history and potential future hairloss.
The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hairloss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hairloss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
A man with thick, white hair is admired for his genetics, leading to discussions about hairloss and the preference for white hair over balding. Some speculate about the use of treatments like finasteride.
A 14-month update on a FUE hair transplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hairloss.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hairloss.
The conversation discusses the need for more support and awareness for Verteporfin research in hairloss treatment, emphasizing its potential benefits and quick implementation due to existing FDA approval. Users express skepticism due to past scams but acknowledge the importance of encouraging doctors to conduct trials.
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is concerned about hairloss. Replies suggest continuing the treatment for at least a year, as initial shedding can indicate the treatment is working.
Finasteride, minoxidil, and sometimes dutasteride were used for hairloss with varying success. Some experienced side effects, while others maintained or regrew hair, considering hair transplants as a future option.
A user's 61-year-old father regained a full head of hair after four years on dutasteride for his prostate and five months of weight loss and exercise. The user decided to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and continue exercising, inspired by his father's results.
Adding an LLLT laser cap to a routine of finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo significantly reduced hair shedding from 200+ hairs a day to around 80, improving scalp health. The user attributes the laser cap as the key factor in stabilizing hairloss after two years of using other treatments.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hairloss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.
User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for over a year without regrowth or stability, and hairloss continues. Suggestions include checking for inflammation, considering a scalp biopsy, and trying microneedling, topical anti-androgens, or a hair transplant.
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hairloss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
The user has been using finasteride for 18 months, minoxidil for 20 months, and recently added tretinoin, nizoral, and dermarolling to their hairloss treatment without success. They are seeking new suggestions for treating persistent hair fall and thinning.
New hairloss treatment called scube3 discussed with mixed opinions. Concerns about pharmaceutical companies preferring repetitive treatments over cures due to profit.
Breezula protects hairfollicles from both testosterone and DHT, unlike finasteride, which only protects against DHT. This could potentially lead to significant hair regrowth, similar to results seen in transgender individuals using hormone blockers.
The conversation humorously discusses hairloss treatments, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions range from hair transplants to satirical advice like using snake oil or adopting extreme diets.
PP405 targets hairfollicle stem cells differently than exercise-induced lactate, suggesting exercise alone may not replicate its benefits. Minoxidil and finasteride are recommended alongside exercise for hair regrowth, with additional suggestions like spicy food and infrared exposure.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hairloss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.
Current treatments for hairloss include finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. New treatments like Breezula, PP405, and others are not expected until at least 2027 or later.
Hairloss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.
User shows hairloss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.