The user reports positive results from using finasteride for six months, noticing hair regrowth despite ongoing shedding and dry scalp issues. They suspect hard water and a possible vitamin D deficiency may also affect their hair condition.
Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
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.
RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.
A 19-year-old trans man has been using Finasteride 1mg for a little over two months and is concerned about worsening hair loss, noting a fuzzy and soft hairline and crown. The user is upset as the hair loss appears worse than before starting the treatment.
A man in his late twenties switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and is sharing his 3-month progress, noting increased shedding but no side effects. Some responders think the treatment is working.
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 7 months and started microneedling a month ago, but is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about its effectiveness. They have vitamin D3 and B12 deficiencies and are seeking advice and encouragement due to a family history of baldness.
The user shared their experience with dutasteride for hair loss prevention, noting side effects like muscle weakness and brain fog, and observed increased testosterone levels. They recommend starting with a low dose and adjusting based on individual needs and blood work results.
The conversation discusses scalp issues and hair loss, with treatments like Accutane, Nizoral, and H&S being used. Suggestions include considering finasteride, minoxidil, and jojoba oil, with caution advised for the latter.
How Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment, has improved texture and regrowth of hair without any side effects for users, who are encouraged to post progress photos.
The user shared 11 months of progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, reporting no side effects. Feedback from others noted improved hair thickness and health.
Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.
A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.
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.
The conversation discusses Kintor's initiation of a new Phase 3 trial to assess the long-term safety of Pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss, which will last 52 weeks. Specific treatments mentioned include Pyrilutamide.
The user has been treating hair loss with finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for several years without success and is experiencing an inflamed scalp, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice on additional treatments after these methods failed to improve their condition.
A user was frustrated with delays in getting finasteride for hair loss, was prescribed minoxidil, and found a vitamin B7 deficiency. They are questioning if the deficiency could cause receded temples and considering finding a new dermatologist.
In Austria, finasteride prescriptions are restricted due to suicide risk concerns, with new prescriptions only for current users. Alternatives like topical finasteride, dutasteride, and online purchases face legal challenges.
The user has been on finasteride for 18 months and experienced significant hair shedding after increasing minoxidil dosage, which has not stopped despite reducing the dosage. They are concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and whether minoxidil triggered ongoing hair loss, compounded by personal stress and trauma.
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride but found success with Dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They recommend trying Dutasteride if finasteride causes issues.
A user is concerned about hair loss and acne from a one-week course of 70 mg/day oral prednisolone for severe tinnitus. They are asking if these side effects are common.
An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and various shampoos without success. They are considering anti-androgens like RU58841 and KX-826 for oil control and dandruff reduction.
A 22-year-old is experiencing increased hair shedding and a greasy scalp after two months on 1mg finasteride. They are documenting their progress and seeking advice, with feedback suggesting that shedding is normal and results may take 6-12 months.
A 22-year-old with advanced diffuse thinning is considering oral dutasteride after stopping finasteride due to side effects like brain fog and testicular pain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant combined with oral dutasteride and topical finasteride, noting a thick donor area.
A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.
The user experienced side effects like watery semen, erection problems, and decreased libido from finasteride, which resolved after stopping it. They are considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative, as advised by their dermatologist, and are concerned about potential side effects.
The conversation is about hair loss and the use of finasteride as a treatment. Some users share their positive experiences with finasteride, while others mention side effects they have experienced.