User tried dermarolling for hairloss and shared progress pictures. Some suggest adding finasteride and minoxidil, while others debate effectiveness and frequency of dermarolling.
The user is struggling with hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.
A user is using minoxidil for hairloss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.
The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hairloss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.
User reports progress in hairloss treatment using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil. Positive results include thicker, darker hair and improved hairline.
The conversation discusses an all-in-one hairloss treatment combining minoxidil, azelaic acid, finasteride, and ketoconazole, aimed at addressing hairloss and scalp dandruff without drying out the hair. The user is considering this product to incorporate ketoconazole into their routine and start using minoxidil.
This user discussed their hairloss journey and shared pictures to get advice on the best treatment option. They had been using finasteride since November 2020, with a minimal amount of ground lost, and recently added minoxidil in April 2021. A transplant was suggested as an option, although they have not made a decision yet.
A user's experience with the hairloss treatment Pyrilutamide KX-826, which has resulted in some side effects and shedding. The conversation also includes advice for baseline pictures and trying treatments for at least 6 months.
TWIST-1 gene's role in hairloss and potential as a treatment target. Inhibiting TWIST-1 may prolong hair growth and reduce hair follicle sensitivity to DHT.
The conversation discusses the use of Minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss and explores the potential of Geranium sibiricum extract as a safer alternative. It highlights the difficulty in finding this specific extract and suggests considering other plants with similar compounds, like Indian gooseberry.
Long-term finasteride and minoxidil user shares tips for dealing with hairloss, including finding a shorter hairstyle, using finasteride, and not obsessing over hair. Users discuss washing frequency, alternative treatments, and focusing on other aspects of life.
The user plans to enhance their hairloss treatment with oral minoxidil, finasteride tablets, laser cap therapy, and various supplements. They are also considering a hair transplant and exploring reputable sources for these products.
A 29-year-old male experiencing hairloss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.
Topical Dutasteride may halt hairloss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize side effects.
User discusses frustration with hairloss treatments and lack of progress. Emphasizes importance of measuring blood hormone levels to understand treatment effectiveness and side effects.
The conversation discusses a 5-month hairloss treatment regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dermapen (1.7mm), and ketoconazole shampoo, with noticeable hair regrowth. One user notes the hair appears thicker, while another mentions RU58841 is not doctor-recommended.
The conversation discusses DHT blocking treatments for hairloss, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, Finasteride, and organic flaxseed oil containing omega-3 fatty acids. It highlights skepticism about alternative treatments and emphasizes the proven effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride.
The user's experience using Minoxidil to treat hairloss, with discussion of Finasteride and RU58841 as additional treatments. Additional advice is provided on ketozolin shampoo use and microdosing finasteride.
Someone looking for solutions to their hairloss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.
A user shared a 2-month update on their hairloss treatment, using dermarolling, Minoxidil, biotin, Nizoral, and castor oil, but not finasteride. Replies discuss reasons for delayed treatment and suggest considering a hair transplant.
The user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including low-dose minoxidil, finasteride, and essential oils, and expressed concerns about the cognitive side effects of finasteride. They are seeking more information on how finasteride may affect cognition and are considering whether to continue or stop the treatment.
Accepting hairloss and not taking drastic measures like shaving your head if you are only mildly balding, and encouraging people to fight it with treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral and microneedling. Additionally, it discusses the importance of being realistic when trying to restore hair and addressing the misconception that one must look a certain way in order to be attractive.
A user who had been noticing hairloss and decided to fight it by using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and low level laser treatments. They have now seen some positive results, with brand new vellus hairs appearing.
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hairloss, with many users finding them manageable as part of a daily routine. Costs can be reduced by purchasing generic versions, and while some users express concerns about long-term use, most agree the benefits outweigh the inconvenience.
A person decided to embrace baldness after struggling with hairloss despite trying treatments like Minoxidil. Many users complimented the new look, while some suggested trying finasteride or other methods to maintain hair.
The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.
A 23-year-old is distressed about hairloss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.
A 20-year-old reports worsening hairloss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and considers a hair transplant. Users suggest continuing treatments, trying microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, switching to finasteride, or adding tretinoin.
The user has been on a hairloss treatment for 14 months using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing regrowth and is considering adding more drugs due to the psychological impact of hairloss. However, replies suggest the user may not actually be experiencing noticeable hairloss.