community 28M progress pic, fin and min since 27th Jan 2023
Hair loss progress with fin and min treatments since 27th Jan 2023. User experienced positive results using 1mg fin daily, 1ml topical min daily, and 0.75mm dermaroller weekly.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity MPB at a young age. I Responded Early. hair is thick as ever (20y/o M)
A 20-year-old male experienced early hair thinning due to male pattern 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.
community Does anyone get blood tests while taking Finasteride to ensure thing are working appropriately (e.g. DHT is decreasing and estrogen isn't increasing significantly)
People are discussing the use of finasteride for hair loss and the importance of hormonal blood testing to monitor effects like changes in DHT and estradiol levels. Some users also mention using minoxidil and the potential side effects of estradiol, such as gynecomastia, especially at higher doses.
community What is my approximate norwood level?
The user is likely at Norwood level 3 with thinning at the crown and temple recession. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage hair loss.
community Amplifica Sees Positive Results for Hair Loss Treatment - Results Show 15% increase in 60 days!
Amplifica's new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia shows a 15% increase in hair thickness and coarseness in 60 days. The treatment is in early human trials and offers a promising alternative to hormone-related hair loss treatments.
community Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.
Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
community 2 month results. Topical spray of 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, 0.2% Biotin. Top pic is the end of August, bottom pic is today
The user shared two-month results using a topical spray with 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, showing improvement in hair loss. The user also mentioned using hair fibers previously and dermastamping inconsistently.
community 7 months progress. fin 1.25 mg, oral min 2.5 mg, keto shampoo, micro-needling once per month. M/32
A user shared a 7-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride 1.25 mg, oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, ketoconazole shampoo, and monthly micro-needling, noting denser hair and improved quality but no significant regrowth. They experienced mild testicular discomfort and heart palpitations, considering switching to topical minoxidil to avoid side effects.
community Any other treatments to still be hopeful for?
The conversation discusses the potential of new hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, gt20029, and topical alfatradiol, and the possibility of improving their effectiveness through methods like increased concentration and microneedling. Dutasteride is also mentioned as a stronger option.
community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months
The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.