The conversation discusses the complexity of hairloss causes, suggesting that DHT sensitivity alone doesn't fully explain it. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and dutasteride.
The conversation is about a hairloss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.
Hair transplants, oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride mesotherapy are highly effective for treating AGA hairloss. This combination can maintain and improve hair for most people, except those with very aggressive AGA.
Topical melatonin may help reduce hairloss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.
Hairloss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hairloss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.
The safety of using oral minoxidil to treat hairloss and thinning, with studies showing mild side effects at low doses. It was suggested that people should consult a doctor or dermatologist before taking any type of medication for hairloss.
Hair regrowth treatments for cis-males include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Estrogen and testosterone blockers can help restore hairloss but may not suit everyone.
Embracing the decision to buzz one's hair due to dealing with hairloss, and discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and rogaine. People have shared supportive comments and advice on how to style a bald head.
Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hairloss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.
Hairloss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hairloss treatments despite decades of research.
A user shared their 6-month progress with hairloss treatment, showing significant improvement. They used 1mg Propecia daily, Rogaine foam (5% minoxidil) after morning showers, and CG210 spray before bedtime.
A 23-year-old experiencing hairloss tried olive oil, coconut oil, and hair growth shampoos without success. They are seeking advice on whether to start treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
A 22-year-old shared their 6-month hairloss progress using only topical treatments like minoxidil, derma rolling, and red light therapy, without finasteride or oral medications. Other users suggested adding DHT blockers like RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo for better results.
The user is considering a hair transplant but has started using finasteride and minoxidil, noticing initial improvements. They are unsure about the dosage and seek advice, while others suggest understanding treatments before opting for surgery.
Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hairloss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hairloss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
A user shared their positive hairloss journey using 1mg/day oral finasteride, showing significant improvement after 8-9 months without side effects. They expressed relief in having control over their hairloss and are open to questions about their experience.
Finasteride is recommended for hairloss starting at age 17, with some users suggesting starting even earlier. Minoxidil is also suggested as an option, while lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are noted as beneficial for health but not effective for slowing genetic hairloss.
Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hairloss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.
A 24-year-old experienced reduced hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil initially, but hairloss increased again after a few months. They switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, saw temporary improvement, but faced increased shedding again, seeking advice on next steps.
A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hairloss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.
The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hairloss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hairloss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hairloss.
A person shared their 4-year struggle with hairloss, including a hair transplant, side effects from hairlossmedications, and other health issues. They are considering using topical Finasteride with Minoxidil and seeking advice on whether it's a good idea.
The user is seeking advice on improving their hairloss treatment regimen, considering changes to their topical solution, and is curious about others' daily routines and recommendations for medications and supplements. They are contemplating switching Tretinoin for Tazarotene, Latanoprost for Bimatoprost, and possibly adding Alfatradiol, Topical Melatonin, or a topical androgen receptor antagonist.
The user is experiencing aggressive hairloss since their teens and has tried finasteride, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil without success in halting the hairloss. They are seeking advice on how to stop it.
The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hairloss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hairloss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.
A 21-year-old expresses feeling alone and invalidated in his struggle with hairloss, seeking empathy from others. Some users share similar feelings, while one mentions making progress with dutasteride and minoxidil treatments and considering a hair transplant.
The user experiencing diffuse hairloss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hairloss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hairloss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hairloss.
A user shared a 10-month update on their hairloss treatment, including a hair transplant of 2300 grafts and 7.5 months of using a topical minoxidil/finasteride solution and ketoconazole shampoo. They expressed regret for not starting the medications sooner and reported side effects like heart palpitations, which improved after cutting out caffeine.
Why the top of the head is affected by hairloss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.
The reasoning for GSK's approval of dutasteride for hairloss in Japan and South Korea but not the US, with alternatives such as finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841 mentioned.