The person is using 1mg of finasteride daily, 2mg of minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm needle. They sometimes use topical minoxidil as well.
Topical finasteride and minoxidil are not effective for the user, who is considering switching to oral treatments like finasteride or dutasteride. Many suggest oral medications are more effective, and some recommend additional treatments like microneedling and other topical solutions.
A 17-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning, dandruff, body hair shedding, and other symptoms, possibly linked to seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium. They are using ketoconazole shampoo and considering blood tests to check for thyroid issues or deficiencies.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering Clascoterone and Minoxidil as treatments, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about fertility and hormones. A suggestion was made to use Clascoterone for local DHT targeting and combine it with Minoxidil for maintenance and regrowth while avoiding systemic side effects.
A 20-year-old with no signs of hair loss is considering finasteride or dutasteride due to family history of baldness. Advice given is to monitor hair and start treatment only if thinning occurs.
A 21-year-old shares their one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, experiencing initial shedding but eventual regrowth, especially on the crown. They consider switching to dutasteride due to continued hair loss at the front temple and mid-scalp areas.
A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is using finasteride and minoxidil and is considering future hair transplants. Discussions include the potential for multiple transplants, the use of body hair for coverage, and the importance of treatments like dutasteride and scalp micropigmentation for maintaining hair density.
A user is treating hair loss with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Derminator 2, Vitamin D, Biotin, and Zinc. After 6 months, there's no significant visual improvement, but the user feels less insecure about Retrograde Alopecia.
A 23 year old male's 9-month progress with 1mg/day of finasteride, which has been life changing and resulted in a significant improvement in hair thickness.
A 17-year-old is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite concerns about potential side effects and the impact on development. The user is advised to check if puberty is complete and to consider using only minoxidil until adulthood.
A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatments for hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using Rogaine for a month and finasteride for four days without improvement, while also experiencing testicular discomfort. They are concerned about losing hair density and potential DUPA, comparing their situation to their father's hair condition.
The conversation is about a 19-year-old female experiencing hair loss, potentially due to deficiencies in iron, ferritin, and vitamin D. She is considering iron and vitamin D supplementation and exploring dietary changes, while also planning to consult a dermatologist when possible.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users share experiences and support, mentioning that many people face hair thinning.
A 17-year-old is frustrated with hair thinning and receding temples, seeking advice after a dermatologist dismissed concerns. Suggestions include starting Minoxidil for regrowth and considering Finasteride if androgenetic alopecia is suspected.
The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).
A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.
A user is advocating for Phase 3 trials of the hair loss treatment PP405 to be conducted in Germany, citing benefits like a diverse patient base and faster access for European patients. Despite skepticism about the petition's influence, the user believes it can demonstrate significant interest and potentially influence strategic decisions.
The conversation humorously discusses the fictional "Post PP405 Syndrome" and the idea of starting a foundation or cult around it. It mentions skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405 and jokes about future therapies.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, VDPHL, GT20029, and follicle cloning as potential solutions. It also reveals that the discussion about PP405 was an April Fool's joke.
A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hair loss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while others support using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.
A group buy for hair loss treatments including Harmine 19a, TM5614, Abiraterone Acetate, and others. A compound, BMS-202, that can potentially reverse gray hair is also mentioned.
PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
The user started using minoxidil at 18 and finasteride at 19, but at 22, their hair is still getting worse. Some suggest trying dutasteride and RU58841, while others advise accepting hair loss and keeping hair short.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with uncertainty about its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. There is cautious optimism, but its impact on hair transplants remains unclear.