A user who was losing their hair and found an effective solution; they asked for opinions on it and discussed treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, as well as SMP.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil and microneedling, seeing gradual hair regrowth. They are considering adding oral minoxidil and possibly a LLLT helmet for further improvement.
The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.
A 37-year-old man treated his hair loss with 0.5mg finasteride every other day and 5% minoxidil twice daily for 5 months, reducing finasteride from 1mg due to side effects. His hair improved significantly, with positive changes visible from all angles, and he experienced no more side effects after the dosage adjustment.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no side effects and maintained good health and mood.
A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for nearly four months, reporting significant crown gains and slight temple progress without side effects. The user chews a Hims 3-in-1 tablet and has not experienced any shedding due to starting with a shaved head.
Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.
User shares progress update on hair loss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Others congratulate and ask questions about treatment details, such as microneedling tool, needle size, and side effects.
The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss and believes they are a hyper responder, noticing significant changes in hair thickness. They regret not starting earlier and mention using oral minoxidil.
The conversation discusses experiences with PRP and mesotherapy for hair loss. One user mentions both treatments were costly without significant results.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Moart Clinic, involving approximately 10,000 grafts for a new hairline and crown. The procedure was smooth, with no pain, and the user is very satisfied with the results.
A 42-year-old user shared progress after 6 months using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, improved nutrition, and weekly dermarolling. The user noticed some shedding and slower regrowth but remains disciplined, while others commented on the impressive results and potential side effects of high minoxidil doses.
The user experienced significant hair growth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but noticed nipple changes, suggesting early gynecomastia. They plan to stop the treatment and consider blood work to check hormonal balance.
The conversation discusses a study comparing pumpkin seed oil and 5% minoxidil topical foam for female pattern hair loss. The user is curious about the application regimen of pumpkin seed oil used in the study.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
The user shared five months of progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, omega-3, and collagen. They noted encouraging results, while others suggested trying oral minoxidil or microneedling for potentially better outcomes.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride every other day and topical minoxidil daily for five months to address hair thinning, with plans to resume dermarolling. They experienced minimal shedding and are considering switching to daily finasteride for better results.
A user shared their 6-month progress using 1ml of Kirkland minoxidil daily and weekly 1mm dermarolling, noting no side effects and minimal shedding. They plan to consider finasteride or dutasteride after midterms, attributing hair loss to genetics.
User discusses Eucapil for hair loss treatment and asks if it helps with itchy scalp. People share their experiences and results, including maintenance or slight improvement.
A 33-year-old male has been using finasteride 1mg for nearly 4 years, experiencing stabilized hair loss and some regrowth but also cognitive issues. He is considering reducing the dose or switching to topical finasteride with minoxidil to maintain hair while minimizing cognitive side effects.
The conversation is about using PTD-DBM and valproic acid for hair loss. The user is inquiring about the dosage of these treatments, noting that valproic acid is used at a 7.5% solution.
User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.
User started using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling every five days about 8-9 weeks ago. The post is about their progress with these treatments.
User "burlysnurt" shares 1.5-year progress using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Others congratulate and ask questions about the treatment, with "burlysnurt" sharing their routine and positive results.
A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.
This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.
A user shared their 3.5-month progress using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil nightly, and a dermaroller weekly, reporting no side effects. Others congratulated the user on their progress and inquired about side effects, to which the user confirmed experiencing none.
UCLA's PP405 shows promise in reactivating dormant hair follicles for hair loss treatment but is still in clinical trials. Minoxidil and finasteride remain common treatments until PP405 becomes available.