A user shared their progress after 8 months of using oral dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are very pleased with the results.
A 30 year-old male's 8 month progress with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massage, and ketoconazole. Another user mentioned the shed being significant.
A 22-year-old male is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss, experiencing some side effects like mild ball pain and initial shedding but seeing progress in hair thickness. He plans to increase the dutasteride dose and has tried various treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with differing side effects.
17M approaching Norwood 2, using topical minoxidil and considering finasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide. Plans to study dermatology and possibly get a hair transplant at 25 if treatments don't work.
The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.
The user has been using minoxidil for 6 months and has seen improvements but still has bald spots. They plan to consult a dermatologist to address their concerns.
Switching from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil resulted in thinner hair and loss of vellus hair, with no new growth observed. The user is concerned about the lack of improvement despite using a stronger treatment.
The user shared progress pictures after three months of using RU58841, finasteride, and OM (oxidative stress modulators) for hair loss treatment. They haven't noticed much change but are seeking feedback on their results.
The user is seeking Malassezia-safe treatments for hair loss and currently uses a baby shampoo, a scalp tonic with antifungal ingredients, and aloe gel. They consider using Kirkland Minoxidil 5% drops and possibly consulting a doctor about Finasteride.
A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.
The user has been using finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing some regrowth but struggles with an oily scalp despite trying ketoconazole and salicylic acid. They are seeking advice on managing the oily scalp and are reassured by others that regrowth is visible.
The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.
A user shared their 6-month progress using daily oral dutasteride and minoxidil, along with monthly mesotherapy including zinc, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and panthenol, reporting no noticeable side effects. Encouragement was given to continue despite potential hair shedding.
A user experienced a dry, scaly scalp two weeks after microneedling with a dermapen at 1mm and applying Rogaine foam. They tried moisturizers and coconut oil without success and are seeking advice.
Sulfur soap may help with hair thickening and reducing scalp inflammation, but it can cause dryness. Nizoral, containing ketoconazole, is noted for its potential to reduce seborrheic dermatitis but may also cause scalp dryness and hair loss.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment progress using minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling. The user noticed progress after 2-3 months but feels the progress has slowed recently.
A person is treating their hair loss with oral minoxidil (2.5mg), derma stamping, and dutasteride (0.5mg) for nearly a year but still feels their hair isn't dense enough to grow out. Commenters are generally supportive, noting progress and suggesting it may look denser than the person perceives.
A 24-year-old male experiencing hair loss has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo without progress. He is considering switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride, exploring dermarolling, and eliminating dairy from his diet.
The user reports progress in hair regrowth using finasteride every other day, topical minoxidil once daily, ketoconazole twice a week, and Vitamin D3 with zinc. They note improvement in temple areas and the appearance of baby hairs.
A user has been taking finasteride, using a derma-roller, LLLT, and argan oil, but experienced significant hair loss at the one-year mark. They are concerned if this is a normal shedding phase or something to worry about.
The user has been using topical finasteride 0.1%, minoxidil 5%, red light therapy, a multi-peptide serum, and a weekly oil hair mask with various oils for hair loss treatment. They also use ketoconazole shampoo, condition their hair, and microneedle with a dermapen.
The conversation is about a 29-year-old man's progress with hair loss treatment over a year using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling, which has led to improved hair coverage and increased confidence. Users are encouraging and asking about the timeline of noticeable improvements.
The user shared progress on hair restoration using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2800 grafts, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and coverage. They discussed the importance of continuing DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant to prevent further hair thinning.
The user is using topical dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin but seeing no results or side effects. They also microneedle every two weeks but experience little bleeding, questioning if a thick scalp is preventing treatment effectiveness.
The user reported significant hair regrowth after 4 months using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and dermastamping. They experienced minor side effects but noted consistent progress and regrowth, especially at the hairline and temples.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil, 2% keto shampoo, oral finasteride, and recently switched to daily dutasteride. They reported positive results without significant side effects and are hopeful for further improvement.
OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is seen as a safe and effective method for maintaining hair and promoting regrowth in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and male pattern baldness (MPB), with devices like the HairMax LaserComb® and iRestore helmet being popular. Some users and professionals are skeptical about its long-term effectiveness and cost.
The user is using a treatment of topical minoxidil 7% and finasteride 0.1% twice daily, along with a low-level laser therapy cap, biotin, and collagen supplements, and is seeing good progress on the hairline and temples but not the midscalp. They experienced initial shedding, saw results by month three, and are happy with the progress, though some users express concern about using finasteride at a young age.