A 12-year-old diagnosed with alopecia shares their experience and current treatments, including Dermovate, an unnamed cream, and liquid iron. The community offers support and encouragement.
The user shared their 12-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They also used a derma stamp weekly and treated seborrheic dermatitis with Mometasone and Nizoral.
The user experienced sexual side effects from finasteride and switched to using only topical minoxidil without side effects. They are seeking alternatives to finasteride, such as topical finasteride, to maintain hair without adverse effects.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after 3 months of oral finasteride and 6 months of topical minoxidil, with additional weekly microneedling. Hair shedding decreased significantly with no side effects reported.
Oral minoxidil is discussed, highlighting potential cardiovascular risks at high doses, but users note that lower doses commonly used for hair loss are generally considered safe. Monitoring by doctors is advised, and some users report taking it without issues, comparing its risks to those of common medications like ibuprofen.
A user shared their positive experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to cover hair thinning and a scar, choosing it over hair transplants due to its non-invasive nature and realistic results. They recommend SMP for those struggling with hair loss, emphasizing the importance of finding a trusted artist.
The user experienced hair regrowth after 2 months of oral finasteride and 5 months of topical minoxidil. They noticed improvements and attribute the progress mainly to finasteride.
The conversation is about using topical finasteride for hair loss and concerns about its application, side effects, and practicality. Users suggest switching to oral finasteride for convenience, despite potential side effects.
Microneedling once a week at 1mm caused bumps, possibly scars, in the treated area. The user is considering cleaning the skin before microneedling to prevent this issue.
A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
The user is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite using oral minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, magnesium, and vitamin D3. They are advised to stick with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year, as frequent changes might affect results, and are reassured about future hair cloning advancements.
The user is experiencing significant hair loss and has tried topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. Despite some regrowth, shedding continues, and they seek advice on whether to continue with these treatments or try something else.
The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and inquires about the effectiveness of adding RU58841. Participants share experiences and opinions on the potential benefits of including RU58841 in their treatment regimen.
The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.
User shared progress on hair regrowth using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil, and a 1.5 mm dermaroller twice a week, with no side effects. Users discussed shedding phases, application methods, and the necessity of continuous treatment to maintain results.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hair growth.
User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.
The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.
A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.
Topical finasteride with minoxidil can be effective but may not match oral finasteride results, with less absorption into the bloodstream. Shedding is common when starting or stopping minoxidil and finasteride, and adding dutasteride and tretinoin can enhance effectiveness by improving absorption and DHT inhibition.
A user reports improved hair thickness and regrowth after three months of using oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, biotin gummies, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects so far. Another user shares a similar regimen, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairline recession.
OP saw significant hair growth after starting scalp exfoliation and using 5% topical minoxidil for 4.5 months, along with microneedling initially. Users discussed the benefits of exfoliation and inquired about experiences with finasteride and dutasteride.
A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.
The conversation discusses sourcing topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with mentions of Dr. Mwamba's products and Farmacia Prati as potential suppliers. Additional treatments like topical tocotrienols and botox are suggested as extensions to the regimen.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (7%), along with Ketoconazole shampoo, and recently switched to dutasteride and plans to add oral minoxidil. They managed side effects like oily skin and itchiness with a corticosteroid and chose topical treatments initially to limit systemic exposure.
The user started using pyrilutamide for hair loss on January 24, applying 1ml daily without other treatments, and after 10 days noticed reduced hair shedding and improved hair quality, with plans to continue for at least 6 months. They experienced chest pain initially, which could be related to starting methylphenidate or pyrilutamide, but the pain has since subsided.
A user reported impressive hair regrowth after 5 months using finasteride 1mg daily, topical minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling. They initially experienced shedding but now have minimal hair loss and no sexual side effects.
Using Tretinoin with Minoxidil may increase Minoxidil's absorption and improve hair growth results. The user is seeking advice on how to apply both treatments effectively.
Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.
The user shared progress pictures after 2 months of minoxidil, 1.5 months of microneedling, 1 month of RU58841, and 10 days of topical minoxidil and finasteride. They discussed their hair loss treatment regimen and results.