Search

everythinglearnresearchcommunity

for

Search:↓

The user has been using oral Minoxidil for a year and switched from dutasteride to finasteride four months ago, noticing some growth but still experiencing hair loss. They seek advice on managing hair loss, mentioning their hair feels strong when dry and they apply oil weekly.

The post discusses a 21-year-old male's significant hair regrowth after experiencing shedding periods during an 11-month treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, biotin, and dermaroller. The conversation encourages persistence with the treatment despite shedding phases, as hair tends to grow back thicker and longer.

The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.

Corticosterone inhibits GAS6, affecting hair follicle stem-cell activity, with potential implications for stress-related hair loss. Ashwagandha and Vitamin K are suggested for reducing cortisol, but their effectiveness is debated.

The user reports slow and steady hair regrowth using Finasteride (1.25mg) and topical Minoxidil (Rogaine, 2x/day), along with occasional use of Nizoral. They have stopped dermarolling.

The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.

PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

Spudlady asks about experiences with spironolactone for hair loss. She has lost hair due to stress and seeks ways to stop shedding.

The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.

A 19-year-old has completed 70 days using oral and topical Minoxidil, oral finasteride, a dermaroller, and ketoconazole for hair regrowth. They are seeking feedback on the effectiveness of their treatment.

The user is experiencing diffuse thinning after 10-11 months on oral finasteride and is concerned about whether this is a normal shedding phase. They have been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for over a year.

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing RU58841, with concerns about its safety and lack of research. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users sharing personal experiences and side effects.

Topical spironolactone is available in the UK for men to block androgen receptors locally. The user seeks opinions or experiences from others who have used it.

The user reports significant hair regrowth after 10 months using 1 mg oral finasteride daily and a 1.25 mm derma stamp bi-weekly with rosemary and jojoba oil. Other users commend the progress and inquire about the routine and side effects.

A user reported significant hair improvement using oral minoxidil, Rogaine 5%, and spironolactone but experienced worsening PMS. They seek advice on managing the PMS symptoms.

A 42-year-old male has reached a plateau in hair regrowth after 8 months using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, a dermaroller, and Ketoconazole. Suggestions include continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, and improving nutrition.

RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.

The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil between September 2023 and May 2026. Responses express amazement at the results.

The conversation is about concerns regarding starting finasteride for AGA, with a preference for topical finasteride due to worries about oral side effects. The user is considering adding oral minoxidil later due to an allergy to topical minoxidil.

A 19-year-old concerned about long-term effects of 5AR inhibitors on physical appearance. They have used finasteride and plan to try dutasteride or RU58841; responses suggest improved skin, hair, and confidence.

People discussed their intense hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, tretinoin, essential oils, microneedling, and various topical sprays. Some users reported success with these methods in preventing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.

The conversation is about hair regrowth and treatments for hair loss, specifically discussing the use of minoxidil, dermarolling, and finasteride. Users suggest starting finasteride to prevent further hair loss and potentially regrow thicker hair, while some express concerns about its effects on sperm count.

A 10 month update on the effectiveness of a hair loss treatment regimen involving minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling and nizoral. Questions were asked about using minoxidil alone, dermaroller length, age, and when results were seen.

The user experienced high estradiol levels after using topical finasteride at 0.1 mg/day, which normalized after discontinuation. They are questioning if this low dosage could significantly impact hormone levels.

A six month update of the users' experience with Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment that combines Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.

Dutasteride treatment may decrease sperm concentration, but levels remain above WHO recommendations and recover after discontinuation. The study has limitations, including small sample size and lack of pre-treatment sperm data, and does not assess other fertility factors.

This conversation is about a 40 year old male who has been using Dutasteride every other day, Minoxidil once daily, micro needling roughly every other week, Nizoral twice a week and vitamins to help with hair loss. The user experienced a shed at 7 months but noted improvement since then and was looking to fill in the gaps around their temples more. Others discussed potential side effects of Finasteride versus Dutasteride and suggested a hair transplant as well as questioned whether or not micro needling works alone.

The user shared their 2-month progress using oral minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to start dutasteride soon. They also take vitamins.