community Spiro for AGA in Europe
Treatment options for female alopecia androgenetica, discussing the availability of spironolactone online in The Netherlands and other potential treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841.
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750-780 / 1000+ resultscommunity The other day I had a random discussion about not eating the livers of predators like polar bears because you can get vitamin A poisoning, my nurse roommate looked up symptoms and found telogen effluvium was one of them...
A user experienced hair thinning possibly due to excess vitamin A from taking extra gummy vitamins. They stopped taking the vitamins and are seeking advice on hair regrowth and managing vitamin A levels.
community Cold and Japanese researchers. The Japanese began to suspect something. But they understood the mechanism to some extent. ( Cold shock therapy promotes hair growth in association with upregulation of cold-inducible RNA-binding protein and vascular endothelial growth factor).
Cold shock therapy may promote hair growth, but cold alone is not effective. Combining treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, cold showers, spicy foods, and exercise may enhance results.
community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?
An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.
community Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?
Liver problems may reduce the effectiveness of oral minoxidil due to impaired SULT1A1 enzyme activity, which is crucial for converting minoxidil to its active form. This reduction in enzyme function can significantly decrease the drug's effectiveness in promoting hair growth.
community Fin/Min/Biotin Progress Pics and symptoms
The user is experiencing progress in hair growth using 0.5mg Finasteride, 5mg Minoxidil, and 1mg Biotin daily but is also developing gynecomastia. They plan to continue the treatment for six months unless the side effects worsen.
community 2 month on fin, looks terrible
The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.
community Derm says my hair loss (diffuse) is from seborrheic dermatitis. Anyone else have experience with this? I was already prepared to jump on fin min
Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hair loss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss despite dermatitis.
community 3 months oral min. 2month fin and hrt. 1x per week microneedling
A 29-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling for hair regrowth. They started balding at 20, worsened at 25, and are transitioning with testosterone blockers.
community 12 Months 1mg Oral Fin 5mg Min
A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.
community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin
The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.
community Starting My Topical Finasteride Journey (Diffuse Patterned Alopecia) (Pictures in Comments)
A user is starting a topical finasteride treatment for diffuse patterned alopecia, having previously used minoxidil without success. They are cautious about side effects and have chosen topical over oral finasteride, while also using Nizoral and biotin in their routine.
community 10 months on oral fin and my hair keeps on getting worse
A 19-year-old male has seen no improvement in hair loss after 10 months on oral finasteride and 2 years on topical minoxidil, with hair thinning and a receding hairline continuing. One reply suggests getting tests to confirm if DHT is the cause of the hair loss.
community 32M, 5 year progress pictures
The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.
community Regrowth from adding Oral Min?
The conversation discusses using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, with the addition of vitamins. Users report some shedding and expect results in 3-6 months.
community Is there any point to microneedling if you're on oral minoxidil?
Microneedling's effectiveness for hair regrowth is debated, with mixed results from studies. Some believe it helps with blood flow and scalp health, while others see it as largely ineffective.
community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.
community An unusual case (progress or not?)
A 43-year-old with a history of hair transplants and long-term finasteride use reports seeing hair regrowth after adding oral minoxidil, micro-needling, and resuming topical minoxidil. Users agree that the hair appears thicker and denser.
community 15 months - 1mg fin only progress
A 22-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting some scalp thickening but still experiencing visible thinning. They are considering oral minoxidil due to concerns about topical application with cats at home, and others in the conversation share positive experiences with oral minoxidil, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth.
community Second update: almost 3.5 months min microneedling 1.5mm once a week ketoconazole shampoo 4 times a week
A user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling; some participants questioned the results due to previous posts about hair transplants, but others agreed that quick results are possible with certain treatments.
community Minoxidil hairs not growing to full length
New hair growth from minoxidil and finasteride is not reaching full length, possibly due to slow growth cycles. Users discuss dosing strategies for oral minoxidil to improve efficacy and minimize side effects, with advice against consuming topical minoxidil orally.
community 19yo Trans Man MPB Fin 1mg little over 2 months. Regrowth or just getting worse. never been this bad before lol
A 19-year-old trans man has been using Finasteride 1mg for a little over two months and is concerned about worsening hair loss, noting a fuzzy and soft hairline and crown. The user is upset as the hair loss appears worse than before starting the treatment.
community kx826 month 10 | topical minoxidil 2 years update.
The user has been using kx826 for 10 months and topical minoxidil for 2 years, reporting slow but undeniable progress in hair regrowth. They experienced side effects from finasteride and do not use it.
community Heavy shedding about 1 year into fin and min (diffuse thinning)
The user experiences heavy shedding after one year of using 1mg oral finasteride and twice-daily topical minoxidil, recently adding microneedling and daily Nizoral. They also take supplements like vitamin D and biotin.
community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't
TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.
community Possible explaination for Finasteride Reflex Hyperandrogenicity
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but experienced worsening temple recession. They suspect they might be more sensitive to testosterone and are considering trying RU58841 or CB 03 01 as additional treatments.
community 8months fin 4.5 months min progress
The user has been using 5mg oral Minoxidil daily and started with 1mg Finasteride daily, but reduced the dose due to side effects and is considering trying RU58841. They are concerned about thinning hair despite some temple recovery and are seeking advice on maximizing progress.
community Two months Fin / oral Min, age 48; same lighting, same haircut
The user "NotYourMothersDildo" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride and oral minoxidil for 60 days. They noticed significant improvements in hair thickness, texture, and growth, including their mustache and beard.
community 0 - 3 - 5 - 8 weeks Frontal Temporal Recession: Minoxidil foam 2x/day + weekly microneedling (m21)
The user documented hair regrowth progress over 8 weeks using Minoxidil foam twice daily and weekly microneedling. Another user suggested adding finasteride for better results.
community Progression or regression? One year of oral Fin (1mg daily) x oral Min (2.5mg daily)
The user has been taking oral finasteride (1mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) for about a year to treat hair loss and is unsure about the progress, considering switching to dutasteride and increasing the minoxidil dose. Photos were shared for comparison, and another user suggested continuing the current treatment unless the condition worsens.