The user is experiencing hair thinning at the crown and midscalp and is seeking advice. They are considering treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hairloss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hairloss isn't a family trait.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.
Hairloss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.
28-year-old struggles with aggressive hairloss since 18, used minoxidil with limited success. Tried hair systems but found them expensive, shaved head for job interviews but plans to return to hair systems.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hairloss.
A 25-year-old is struggling with hairloss despite using treatments like oral Minoxidil, oral and topical Finasteride, Dutasteride, and PRP sessions. They feel frustrated with inconsistent treatment strategies and are seeking advice on managing thin hair and regaining confidence.
The user shared their successful hair regrowth using oral finasteride, minoxidil foam, a custom topical solution, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, resulting in significant improvement at the crown. However, they experienced hairline recession after switching to a topical solution with finasteride and minoxidil, raising concerns about its effectiveness.
Transgender hormone therapy, including Estradiol Valerate, Spironolactone, and Progesterone Micronized, can reverse male pattern baldness and improve hair health. The user shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after transitioning from male to female.
Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.
The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.
The conversation discusses the potential impact of marijuana on hairloss, with some users suggesting it may worsen hairloss due to hormonal changes, while others believe it might alter perception rather than cause actual thinning. The original poster uses Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) for treatment and is considering quitting marijuana to see if it affects hair health.
The conversation discusses the use of trichoscopy to predict hairloss patterns and inform treatment approaches. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with varying effectiveness based on gender-specific hairloss patterns.
User experiences slow hair regrowth despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, and collagen. They seek advice on addressing overall slow hair regrowth.
OP is using 5% minoxidil and a needler to regrow hair after chemotherapy-induced hairloss. Another user mentions using finasteride and topical minoxidil, noting some improvement in hair density.
A user with long-term hairloss has been using topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole, and dermastamping for 8 months. They are unsure if the new hairs are miniaturized or vellus.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hairloss and regrowth during transition.
A female experiencing hairloss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.
A 20-year-old FTM individual started finasteride for hairloss with initial success but experienced increased shedding after 7 months. They are considering oral minoxidil as advised by their doctor to address the worsening hairloss.
A 19-year-old male experienced significant hairloss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.
A 33-year-old woman experienced significant hairloss and found relief using Mary Ruth’s liquid morning multivitamin + hair growth and Nioxin shampoo and conditioner. She noticed reduced shedding and longer hair growth after three months of use.
A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.
OP experienced significant hair regrowth after recovering from iron deficiency anemia and starting minoxidil. They suspect anemia contributed more to their hairloss than androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® showed better results in parietal-vertex regions for less advanced female pattern hairloss compared to Minoxidil 5%. MMP® with Minoxidil can improve the quality of life for these patients.
A 20-year-old with aggressive hairloss is using oral minoxidil and finasteride, considering a buzz cut to manage appearance. Most suggest a buzz cut or shaving, recommending patience with medication and possibly trying RU58841 or dutasteride.
Transplanted hairs are thinning after switching from topical to oral minoxidil, with increased shedding and miniaturization. The user is considering reintroducing topical minoxidil and has started using ketoconazole shampoo.
The user experienced hairloss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hairloss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.
The user experienced hairloss from age 16 to 24 and tried various treatments. Effective treatments included Finasteride, Minoxidil, and hair transplants, while thickening shampoos, biotin, laser hair therapy, and excessive exercise were ineffective.
The user has been dealing with hairloss since middle school and has tried various treatments like mesotherapy, PRP, and red light therapy without success. Currently, they use minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride but are considering a hair transplant due to limited improvement.