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      community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

      in Treatment  80 upvotes 4 years ago
      A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

      community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine

      in Microneedling  72 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.

      community Five Month Progress

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 33-year-old male shared his hair regrowth journey, using minoxidil, dermarolling, hair brushing, scalp oils, dietary changes, and supplements. After five months, he started finasteride to improve hair thickness.

      community Two Month Progress // Happy New Year

      in Progress Pictures  86 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a person's two-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice most days, biotin gummies, a normal diet, moderate exercise, and scalp massages, with plans to possibly use a derma roller next. They experienced minor side effects at the start but are now using a Keeps subscription without issues.

      community 3-ish month Progress and Treatment Testimonial

      in Progress  30 upvotes 6 years ago
      User experienced significant hair loss and tried treatments including Finasteride, Minoxidil, scalp massages, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. After focusing on overall physical and mental health, user saw dramatic improvement in hair growth.

      community What do I do?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss and is hesitant to use medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects, and is seeking natural alternatives such as garlic, biotin, and scalp massages. Suggestions include dermarolling, essential oils, and lifestyle changes like exercise and diet to improve blood circulation and block DHT.

      community Microneedling : Questions regarding routine and sanitary

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.

      community Microneedling included as part of Big 4?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      Microneedling is considered an important addition to hair loss treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Nizoral, with evidence suggesting it enhances Minoxidil's effectiveness and can improve hair growth on its own. Users discuss various microneedling techniques, including heavy weekly sessions and lighter daily sessions, while expressing concerns about potential scalp damage and discomfort.

      community Before you feel down about your hairloss

       28 upvotes 9 years ago
      Hair loss can be distressing, but treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp micropigmentation can help manage it. Embrace self-improvement, focus on personal goals, and maintain a positive attitude despite hair loss challenges.

      community 21 M Planning trip to Turkey for FUE

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old is considering a hair transplant in Turkey due to aggressive hair loss and scalp psoriasis, but is advised to try finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year to stabilize hair loss before proceeding. The user is concerned about side effects but plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly start finasteride.

      community Got complimented on my hair today

      in Styling  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a treatment of finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling, reducing their Norwood scale from 2.5 to 1.5 in six months. They received compliments on their hair, boosting their confidence, and are now reducing their finasteride intake due to quick progress and potential side effects.

      community Tricho test suggested topical spironolactone. Any experience with it?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing hair loss, using topical minoxidil for 8 years, now at Norwood scale 3, and considering topical spironolactone and oral minoxidil after a tricho test recommendation. They are seeking others' experiences with topical spironolactone.

      community My 2987 grafts Hair Transplant surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  110 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2987 graft hair transplant focused on the hairline, supplemented by finasteride and minoxidil for the mid scalp and crown. They expressed satisfaction with the results and the supportive care received during and after the procedure.

      community Only 1.5 months into treatment - is this normal or too fast?

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old started treatment for androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, anti-dandruff shampoo, and a corticosteroid solution. After 1.5 months, they noticed increased hair density and are considering switching to oral minoxidil due to scalp issues.

      community Being on Finasteride only for 8 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and is experiencing significant hair shedding, with concerns about hair density and visible scalp. Other users suggest that shedding is normal and that finasteride is likely working, with potential improvements over time; adding minoxidil could help but may initially increase shedding.

      community 3 months into fin / min / biotin/ vitamin c / vitamin d

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing some hair regrowth after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, vitamin C, and vitamin D, with noticeable improvements in hair thickness and baby hairs on the hairline. Other users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling and scalp massages for better results.

      community What is something that is treated as common knowledge or consensus in this community but lacks evidence, is missing nuance, or is simply untrue?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Common misconceptions about hair loss treatments include the belief that lower doses of finasteride are as effective as higher doses, and that ketoconazole is effective for androgenetic alopecia without scalp issues. Additionally, minoxidil's effects can be seen sooner than commonly thought, and topical dutasteride is effective.

      community Dutasteride not working - is this the end now?!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like topical and oral finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841. They are advised to consider a scalp biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause, as their hair loss may not be related to DHT.

      community Losing the genetic lottery - venting

      in Chat  67 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried various treatments including topical and oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole, but continues to lose hair. They are considering alternative solutions like hair systems due to the lack of improvement and a scalp condition called CVG.

      community NW5.5 testing stack of most common "alternative" treatments and methods

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.

      community What are your thoughts on this?

      in Product 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about finasteride and recommending shampoos like BondiBoost or Pura D'or. One user mentioned switching from oral minoxidil to a serum for thicker, healthier hair, while another found shampoo helpful alongside finasteride for scalp health and hair thickness.

      community My unbelievable Hair transplant surgery update norwood 7

      in Progress Pictures  213 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 55-year-old man shared his successful hair transplant results, using 9,100 grafts from his scalp and beard, and is also using minoxidil, finasteride, and multivitamins. The discussion includes opinions on the necessity of DHT blockers and the effectiveness of the transplant, with some users questioning the need for such procedures at an older age.

      community Is it worth adding Ketoconazole at this stage?

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about using Ketoconazole shampoo as a potential addition to Finasteride for hair density, with skepticism about its effectiveness for hair regrowth. Users suggest that Ketoconazole mainly helps with dandruff and scalp irritation, while Minoxidil and other treatments like oral Minoxidil or dutasteride might be more effective for hair density.