The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Stemoxydine for hair loss. The user reports reduced hair shedding after one week but also a more noticeably thinned scalp.
A 23 year old female who experienced Telogen Effluvium due to stress 4 years ago, but her hair is still not back to normal. She is looking for treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling that may help with the thinning patches in her hair.
Hair loss treatment with Finasteride and Minoxidil showed significant improvement in 5 months. No side effects experienced, only minor shedding at the beginning.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hair loss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses hair loss and the potential impact of diet and lifestyle changes, particularly increased protein intake, on hair health. The original poster shared their experience of improved hair appearance after weight loss and dietary changes, despite skepticism from others about lighting differences in photos and the effectiveness of diet alone without finasteride or minoxidil.
The user shared their 6-month progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements and reduced shedding. They decreased their minoxidil dosage from 10% to 5% and no longer need biotin, with no side effects from finasteride.
A 24-year-old person who is worried about their hair loss after 14 months of taking finasteride and 11 months of minoxidil. Replies to the post suggested sticking with their current regimen, that shedding from one part may not be telogen effluvium, and that shedding is normal with these drugs and they should evaluate in two to three months.
A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topical solution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.
The user shared progress pictures of hair growth after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, noting improved lighting in the photos. They experienced a faster heart rate for a few weeks and a slight decrease in libido as side effects.
A 23-year-old is using 0.25mg Finasteride for hair loss and experiencing increased shedding after initial reduction. Advice given is to wait longer for results, as hair cycles take time to adjust, and consider increasing the dose if no improvement occurs in a few months.
A 22-year-old male started taking finasteride a month ago and is seeing some progress in hair loss treatment. He is concerned about high estradiol levels but plans to continue the medication and consult an endocrinologist.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and needling since March. They suspect needling too deeply might be an issue and have adjusted the depth recently.
The user started using Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noticing some progress after six months, despite a recent shedding phase. They also use derma stamping and various topical products, though their effectiveness is uncertain.
The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after starting finasteride at 0.25mg daily, and others suggest this is normal and will improve over time. Recommendations include continuing the current dose, considering minoxidil, and being patient as shedding can last several months before improvement.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss and anxiety, trying treatments like topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments don't stop hair loss or promote regrowth.
A user's two month update on their hair loss journey and the treatments they are trying, which include exosome injections, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Finasteride and minoxidil users discuss shedding around months 8-10, with mixed experiences on hair regrowth. Some consider switching to dutasteride if shedding persists.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite initial progress. He plans to improve medication consistency, undergo blood tests, and consult a dermatologist to explore potential causes and solutions.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.
A user shared a 3.5-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, and has started taking oral finasteride to maintain gains. There was a significant initial hair shed, which is normal for these treatments.
The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.
The user is experiencing hair thinning on the sides and back of the head while the top remains thick. A reply suggests it might be retrograde alopecia.
The user has been using 0.5mg finasteride every other day and applying minoxidil twice daily for three months but hasn't noticed any hair growth or increased thickness yet. They are questioning if they should expect progress at this stage.
A 20-year-old saw significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using DHT blockers (finasteride and dutasteride) and 6 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estradiol. The regrowth is attributed to low testosterone and high estradiol levels, without using Minoxidil.
A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hair loss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hair loss, though the effect lasts less than a month.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 weeks using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride, noting healthier and denser hair. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of staying consistent with the treatment despite initial shedding.
The user has been using a hair solution with 0.3% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, along with microneedling, but is experiencing more thinning on one side. Suggestions include checking application techniques and ensuring microneedling is not overdone.