The user is concerned about patchy hair regrowth after 5.5 months of treatment. They are questioning if more hair growth can be expected in the upcoming months.
A 21-year-old male with advanced hairloss (NW7) started using finasteride and minoxidil 10 months ago but hasn't seen much progress. He is pre-diabetic with stage 1 hypertension and is seeking insights on whether treating these conditions could improve hair regrowth.
A 19-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair thinning and has been on finasteride for six months with consistent shedding. They are considering switching to dutasteride and hoping minoxidil will work better afterwards, while others suggest patience with current treatment and adding dutasteride, RU58841, a good diet, and dermarolling for potential improvement.
The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo. The progress was noted as impressive, with some users questioning the authenticity of the results.
User experienced hairloss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. They face a dilemma between continuing treatments for hair regrowth and having a therapy cat, as Minoxidil is toxic to cats.
A 26-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has received conflicting diagnoses of androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. They are considering treatments like dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and are unsure whether to start treatment or pursue further diagnosis like a scalp biopsy.
The user experienced significant hairline improvement after 2 months using 1 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil, with only initial shedding as a side effect. The progress is notable, with the user returning from near Norwood 2 to Norwood 1, and they use Rogaine for topical application.
The user is experiencing rapid hairloss, progressing from Norwood 3 to 7, with thinning at the crown and receding hairline. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and CBD with MCT oil.
Hairloss may be linked to the TRPS1 gene and protein, not just DHT. Amplifica's AMP-303 targets mesenchymal stem cells and shows promise in treating hairloss, unlike Pelage's PP405.
User discusses tight scalp causing hairloss and suggests treatments like scalp massages, PRP, saw palmetto, and eucapil. They share their experience with saw palmetto and eucapil and consider adding PRP and scalp massages for better results.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hairloss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hairloss despite using the treatments.
Accepting hairloss, and the use of medications such as finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat it. The responses provide advice and personal experiences related to coping with hairloss.
A 22-year-old experiencing hairloss since age 16 is seeking advice after stopping finasteride due to side effects, despite its effectiveness, and is currently using minoxidil and taking vitamin D supplements. They are concerned about their receding hairline and are considering whether to continue treatments or shave their head.
The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hairloss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.
The user experienced hairloss and side effects from finasteride, switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and saw improvements in beard and body hair but continued hairloss on the head. They plan to continue treatment and consider a hair transplant to improve results.
User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 13 months using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin. The conversation highlights the effectiveness of the treatment and discusses the potential benefits of switching to dutasteride.
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hairloss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hairloss using a natural DHT blocker and later finasteride, despite initial side effects. They plan to add topical minoxidil to address remaining thin spots.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil worsened hair thinning at the hairline and temples. The user is considering returning to finasteride, as dutasteride may not be effective for them.
The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss but hasn't seen improvement in temple areas. Suggestions include trying microneedling with minoxidil or considering a hair transplant, though temple transplants can be challenging.
Hairloss may be linked to blood flow issues, but DHT is considered the main cause. Treatments used include finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, vitamin D3, microneedling, and dutasteride, but hairloss persists.
A user shared their 3.5-year hairloss treatment journey using finasteride and minoxidil, showing significant hair density improvement and no noticeable side effects. The user also mentioned the confidence boost from shaving their head and the positive impact of the treatments.
The user is experiencing significant hairloss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.
User is experiencing hairloss and scalp dryness after using a topical solution containing minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, and hydrocortisone. They seek advice and personal experiences with this treatment.
The user experienced hair thinning with dandruff and itchiness but not complete baldness, and found relief using dermarolling and castor oil. They did not use minoxidil or finasteride and discussed the potential impact of lifestyle choices on hairloss.
A 17-year-old is frustrated with hair thinning and receding temples, seeking advice after a dermatologist dismissed concerns. Suggestions include starting Minoxidil for regrowth and considering Finasteride if androgenetic alopecia is suspected.