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      community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

      community Update on "nothing working": think I found my issue

      in Update  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discovered that a buildup of sebum and residue was preventing Minoxidil and finasteride from working effectively. After thorough scalp cleaning, hair shedding reduced significantly, and microneedling became more effective.

      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

      community Scalp Microneedling with Growth Factors - Take 1

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using microneedling with growth factor serum, PRF injections, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical exosomes to treat hair loss, particularly on the crown. OP plans to microneedle twice a month and seeks feedback on Korean growth factor serums.

      community Microneedling sometimes feels like

      in Satire  19 upvotes 8 months ago
      Microneedling for hair loss is discussed, with users mentioning using 0.6mm needles twice a week. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are implied but not directly mentioned.

      community [EU] Neofollics lotion, anyone has experience?

      in Product  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      Neofollics lotion is discussed as a hair loss treatment, but users report it is ineffective and not supported by strong evidence. Users suggest sticking to FDA-approved treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.

      community Foligain foam & scalp problems

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Foligain foam caused severe scalp irritation and flakiness, unlike Rogaine foam. The user plans to consult a dermatologist for treatment options.

      community my own receding hairline experience

      in General  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a receding hairline and tried minoxidil, which may have slowed the process but caused puffy eyes. They are hesitant to use finasteride and suspect oily dandruff might be an aggravator.

      community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,

      in Update 6 months ago
      OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.

      community Microneedling included as part of Big 4?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      Microneedling is considered an important addition to hair loss treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Nizoral, with evidence suggesting it enhances Minoxidil's effectiveness and can improve hair growth on its own. Users discuss various microneedling techniques, including heavy weekly sessions and lighter daily sessions, while expressing concerns about potential scalp damage and discomfort.

      community 4 month Min+Fin progress (topical)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.

      community microneedling efficacy for male pattern baldness?

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Microneedling, when combined with finasteride and topical minoxidil, can enhance hair regrowth for male pattern baldness, especially at the temples. Users report varying success with needle depths between 0.5mm and 1.5mm, with stamps preferred over rollers to minimize scalp damage.

      community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

      community No idea what's causing my hair thinning

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.

      community 1000's of new tiny white hairs

      in Is this regrowth?  266 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user observed new tiny white hairs after 12 days of using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and biotin, hoping they will become terminal hairs. Others advise that while some hairs may not fully grow, consistent treatment, patience, and scalp massages could enhance results.

      community M19 Minoxidil and microneeddling 0.5mm

      in Chat  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using Minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride. The user is concerned about worsening hair loss and is advised to consider finasteride.

      community Progress finasteride and minoxidil + problem

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair improvement in the central and back areas after using finasteride, minoxidil, and a galenic lotion, but the temple area is worsening. They suspect the lotion might be causing the issue and are considering stopping its use.

      community Before/after photos of 5 months on 0.1% topical fin + 2 months on 6% min

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their progress with hair loss treatment using 0.1% topical finasteride for 5 months and 6% minoxidil for 2 months, reporting reduced hair shedding, less scalp visibility, and healthier hair. They experienced no significant side effects except initial itching and dandruff, and noted an increase in libido.

      community Current progress, March 3rd to May 9th.

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a treatment of Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% since March 3rd, along with microneedling once a week and a DHT blocker. They report good progress in hair growth over two months.

      community Been on min+fin for 2 years, only gotten worse. B/A pics included

      in Chat  88 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil for two years and is considering oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include microneedling, stress management, and alternative treatments like topical finasteride or ketoconazole shampoo.