A 57-year-old man uses a hair system, not a hair transplant, and likely had cosmetic procedures. Discussions include the effectiveness of hair systems and finasteride side effects.
The user mixed tretinoin with minoxidil and noticed hair regrowth after three months, despite initial dryness. Their regimen includes 0.5mg dutasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil with 0.025% tretinoin gel, and ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly.
Hair loss can be treated by correcting glucose metabolism in hair follicles and using equol as a safer DHT blocker. Production of these treatments is starting soon, and a Discord channel is available for more information.
A user's 2.5 year hair loss progress with Minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral treatments, as well as taking biotin and a multivitamin supplement, with the intention of trying DIY topical finasteride in the future.
A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.
A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.
The user had a hair transplant with Estenove, rating the overall experience 6/10 due to logistical issues, unmet expectations, and dissatisfaction with the results. They advise against pricier packages and express regret over the asymmetrical hairline, despite good customer service and post-op care.
A user's 5 month progress with their hair loss treatment which includes topical finasteride and minoxidil, microneedling once every 10 days, and keto shampoo twice a week. Other users shared their own experiences and advice on treatments.
A 26-year-old male experienced hair thinning since age 18 and tried various treatments, including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and a hair transplant. He is currently using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, hydrocortisone, and oral dutasteride, and is satisfied with the results 6.5 months post-transplant.
The conversation discusses Breezula, a hair loss treatment, and its Phase 3 clinical trial recruitment at 50 locations. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A 27-year-old male is experiencing a recurring pattern of hair loss after 5 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, despite initial success. He is considering using topical androgen receptor blockers like RU58841, pyrilutamide, or clascoterone to address potential androgen receptor hypersensitivity.
A 19-year-old male experienced side effects from finasteride and stopped using it, continuing with topical minoxidil. He plans to consult a dermatologist for further advice and is considering topical dutasteride as an alternative.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
A user shared their experience with oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo. Nizoral's effectiveness is debated, with some suggesting it works as a weak antagonist for androgen receptors, while others attribute its benefits to anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
The conversation humorously discusses two resilient hair strands that resist DHT, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride as ineffective treatments. Users joke about cloning the hairs and the mystery of baldness.
A user shared progress pictures 1.5 months after a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are concerned about potential shock loss and the thinning appearance.
The Phase 2 trial for Pyrilutamide in the US, which started a year after the China trials, and inquiring about any available information on when it will finish. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A 29-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling for hair regrowth. They started balding at 20, worsened at 25, and are transitioning with testosterone blockers.
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.
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.
A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.
Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.
A user from China is participating in a clinical trial for Pyrilutamid, a potential hair loss treatment originally developed for prostate cancer. They've experienced no side effects except initial scalp itchiness, and will share results after the year-long trial.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.
25-year-old male with Norwood 2 hair loss tried PRP injections without success. Dermatologists didn't recommend finasteride or minoxidil, but suggested PRP + Mesotherapy for 50% improvement.
An 18-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride is experiencing increased hair loss, possibly due to a shedding phase from finasteride. He also takes zinc, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C, and is concerned about hair loss from his temples.