OP believes RU58841 affected their thyroid, causing hypothyroidism and impacting minoxidil's effectiveness. They plan to start thyroid medication to improve hair regrowth.
A 19-year-old experienced worsening hair loss after 4 months on finasteride, despite initial improvement with minoxidil. The consensus is to continue treatment for at least a year, as shedding is common and often temporary.
To minimize hair loss while using steroids, use finasteride or dutasteride and apply topical anti-androgens like RU58841. Avoid high doses of hair-toxic steroids; prefer testosterone, nandrolone, and boldenone.
The user is underwhelmed with six months of hair regrowth using Hims spray with finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermarolling. Other users suggest continuing the treatment, considering oral medications, and possibly a hair transplant for better results.
A user was recommended PRP and exosomes for hair loss and asked about combining them and places to get the treatment in the UK. Other users suggested starting with finasteride and minoxidil due to the high cost and variable success of PRP and exosomes.
A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, dermastamping, and keto shampoo. They reported significant improvement, looking younger, and feeling happier with their hair.
Dutasteride is reported by some users to worsen hair loss, while others believe it causes shedding before improvement. Finasteride and Minoxidil are also mentioned as treatments, with mixed results.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 2.5mg Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil daily for over 8 months. They are concerned that daily nicotine from vaping might be counteracting the treatments.
The conversation discusses the severe shedding caused by Minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences and outcomes. Some report eventual regrowth, while others see no improvement or worsening hair loss.
A user used Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride in the morning, and a dermaroller weekly for a year but is unhappy with the results and sperm quality. Others suggest continuing the regimen, noting hair maintenance and thickness, and considering additional treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.
A 26-year-old male started minoxidil treatment for male-pattern baldness and saw significant regrowth in three months. He is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential side effects.
A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.
The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.
User reports 12 months of using Mexican finasteride (Novaride), minoxidil spray, and ketoconazole shampoo with significant crown improvement and slight frontal hairline improvement. No current side effects; plans to continue treatment for further gains.
A user on finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamp, and Nizoral is seeing baby hairs and asks if it's regrowth. Another user confirms it is regrowth and encourages them to continue.
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months of taking 1mg daily of finasteride. Other users commented on their experiences and the effectiveness of different treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride daily and Kirkland 5% minoxidil twice a day since 05/02/2024, along with occasional microneedling. The user reported initial headaches but no longer experiences them.
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using finasteride, noting hair growth and minimal side effects. They suggested adding minoxidil for further hair growth if needed.
A 27-year-old shared progress pictures after 5 months of oral finasteride and 3 months of topical minoxidil, noting initial shedding and a switch from fake to real minoxidil. Responses were positive, with users expressing admiration and some asking about shedding.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hair loss.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, showing a shaved/buzzed look. Replies praised their appearance and discussed treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil.
User shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil daily since January. Other users congratulated and shared their own experiences and advice.