Men with early malepattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A 22-year-old male with malepattern baldness wants to use minoxidil and finasteride but can't find topical finasteride. He is considering natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and caffeine and seeks advice on their effectiveness.
A 28-year-old male diagnosed with MalePattern Baldness is using finasteride 1mg and asking if it's sufficient without minoxidil, PRP, or multivitamins. The advice given is to continue with finasteride and assess results after a year before considering additional treatments.
A 29-year-old male diagnosed with malepattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.
A 31-year-old experiencing malepattern hair loss is considering options to manage it before their wedding, including continuing oral finasteride despite dizziness, switching to topical finasteride, adding minoxidil, or getting a hair transplant. They are advised that switching to topical treatments might reduce dizziness and that a hair transplant should be considered once hair loss stabilizes.
A 40-year-old man experiencing malepattern baldness reports noticeable hair regrowth after 6 weeks of using finasteride 1 mg daily, topical minoxidil 5% twice a day, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week. He has not experienced any side effects and plans to continue monitoring his progress.
Various peptides are discussed for treating malepattern baldness, with some available for topical use like GHK-Cu and Ac-KGHK, while others remain in research stages. Users are interested in experiences and sourcing these treatments.
A user shares optimism about combating malepattern baldness using oral and topical minoxidil, highlighting the advancements in treatments available today. Another user agrees, noting that early treatment can yield good results, and mentions the availability of affordable hair transplants.
A 20-year-old male experienced early hair thinning due to malepattern baldness and successfully thickened his hair using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. The conversation highlights the importance of early action and overcoming fear of medication side effects.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and malepattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and malepattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
A 29-year-old male is using Minoxidil 5%, Finasteride 1mg, rosemary oil, and keto shampoo daily to combat malepattern baldness. He recently noticed baby hairs and stopped hairline recession, feeling optimistic about future progress.
Hair loss is likely due to malepattern baldness, not vitamin D deficiency. Taking 60k vitamin D tablets weekly is not recommended; 2k per day is sufficient.
A 19-year-old started treating malepattern baldness with topical minoxidil, finasteride tablets, microneedling, and is considering PRP injections. They are concerned about the effectiveness and timing of these treatments.
A 24-year-old with malepattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.
The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond malepattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
Minoxidil is commonly used for malepattern baldness, but Procapil is considered to have fewer side effects and be more effective. The user seeks information or experiences regarding Procapil.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is not a treatment for malepattern baldness but can accelerate hair growth and thicken miniaturized hairs, with the side effect of increased hair growth all over the body. The user asks others to share their experiences with MSM.
A person shared their experience with teenage malepattern baldness, advising teenagers to involve their parents, consult medical professionals, and not self-medicate. They discussed using minoxidil and finasteride, including a topical combination of both, as potential treatments under professional supervision.
Ketoconazole is somewhat effective for malepattern baldness (MPB), but the manufacturer promotes it for dandruff instead, possibly because the dandruff market is larger and to avoid confusion among dandruff sufferers without hair loss.
Trying out a new exosome treatment for malepattern baldness, in addition to increasing vitamin intake and using existing treatments such as Nizoral and scalp drops. The user has no expectations that the new treatment will work but is giving it a try anyway.
Treatments used to prevent and treat malepattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
A 24 year old man suffering from malepattern baldness who has been using minoxidil foam and Redensyl (no longer using) for four months, resulting in general thickening of the hair with some regrowth. The user is also awaiting to get a Finasteride prescription and hormone panel done.
The conversation discusses natural methods for addressing malepattern baldness, with the original poster using a plant-based diet, herbs, scalp massages, pumpkin seed oil, and dermapen treatments, while avoiding pharmaceuticals like minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about side effects. Other users suggest that pharmaceuticals like finasteride may be necessary for significant hair loss, but the original poster remains committed to natural approaches.
Castor oil's effectiveness for malepattern baldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hair shedding with coconut oil.
A 20-year-old with a family history of malepattern baldness is seeking advice on using finasteride due to an allergy to minoxidil. They are considering whether to use topical or oral finasteride and what dosage to take.
The conversation discusses various absurd theories about the causes of malepattern baldness, with some users suggesting treatments like oral dutasteride. It highlights misinformation and humorous myths, such as hair loss being linked to testosterone levels or masturbation.
The user experienced chronic telogen effluvium and mild malepattern baldness, treated with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and later switched to dutasteride, which stopped excessive hair shedding. Other treatments like low-level laser therapy, hair loss shampoos (except ketoconazole), and supplements were ineffective.
GHK-Cu is being discussed as a potential treatment for malepattern baldness. Users are sharing experiences and asking about its effectiveness and side effects.