User took Finasteride for 16 months, stabilized hair loss but no regrowth. Improved lifestyle, started microneedling, and used Nizoral; hair thickened but then began shedding again.
PP405 is anticipated as a future treatment for dormant hair follicles, but its effectiveness and safety are uncertain. Current treatments include oral minoxidil and microneedling, with some avoiding finasteride due to side effects.
People often stop posting about hair loss after seeing success with treatments. The user used oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling.
User is experiencing severe hair loss despite using finasteride for 15 months, losing 500 hairs a day and 50% density since June. Minoxidil with needling was ineffective, and RU58841 is too expensive and hard to obtain.
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for over three years without regrowth, despite reduced hair loss. They are hesitant to try oral minoxidil and dutasteride due to potential side effects and cost, and have not found success with tretinoin or microneedling.
User had minor hair transplant in 2020, used Fin since 2008, Min since 2014, and added microneedling in 2022. Routine was irregular with no severe effects.
The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.
A user who is using Pyrilutamide, Finasteride, and a homemade topical solution to treat their hair loss. Replies mentioned the potential of Pyrilutamide being a "cure" for hair loss and a reminder that results may not be credited solely to it.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
The conversation is about someone using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and Tretinoin for hair loss, and they also stopped antipsychotics and treated an H. pylori infection. They feel there has been progress in their hair growth over two months.
A 27-year-old male experiencing hair loss post-Covid is considering PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy. He's seeking personal experiences about the process, particularly regarding pain levels, despite his dermatologist's assurance of using local anesthesia.
The user is exploring hair loss treatments in China, currently using finasteride and minoxidil, and is concerned about seborrheic dermatitis. Clinics are recommending selenium sulfide, doxycycline, and mesotherapy ampoules like PT88/PT66 or SP88/SP66, but the user is unsure about their effectiveness.
A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride for 17 months and recently switched to dutasteride. His bloodwork shows increased luteinizing hormone levels, possibly due to increased testosterone, with no side effects and improved libido.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hair loss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.
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.
A 28-year-old male experienced hair loss after COVID-19 and used Minoxidil with initial success, but later faced shedding again. He started Finasteride in February 2025, noticing improvements, but recent shedding has caused concern; his regimen includes Minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, red light therapy, supplements, and a healthy lifestyle.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including I-PRF injections, mesotherapy, and a topical solution containing Minoxidil and Finasteride. After experiencing side effects, they decided to stop the medicinal treatments and focus on natural alternatives like I-PRF, microneedling, and essential oils.
A user has been on oral Finasteride/Proscar for 15 years and started using topical Minoxidil, RU58841, and Dutasteride, along with microneedling, 2 years ago. They shared progress pictures and discussed their treatment routine.
A 34-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice a day for over two years, experiencing no side effects. He stopped microneedling after two years as it seemed ineffective, but despite periodic shedding, his hair grows back stronger.
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after one year of using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg) daily, with initial concerns about libido that resolved after a week. The user reported minimal shedding and no other side effects, making a hair transplant optional.
The user tried a home-brew topical finasteride regimen for 120 days with initial benefits but no long-term improvement, leading to continued hair shedding. They switched to oral finasteride, experiencing mild testicle discomfort but no changes in libido or erections, and plan to continue this regimen for 120 days.
A 35 year old male who has seen good results from Finasteride and microneedling, with minimal side effects. Replies to the post ask about the device used for microneedling, discuss the progress made, and offer encouragement.
Using a Derma stamp with 3-4 contacts per area in multiple directions is effective for hair growth. A 1.5 mm needle with a week's rest between sessions is recommended for optimal healing and results.
The user is experiencing worsening hair loss and has been using finasteride for nearly three months but continues to see hair fall, especially during and after showers. They are seeking advice on whether to continue the treatment.
Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.
The conversation is about a nearly 10-month hair loss treatment regimen that includes 1mg finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, 1.5mm microneedling once or twice a week, and Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week. Users are supportive and inquire about the effectiveness of microneedling.
The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.
The conversation is about someone experiencing continued hair loss despite using Pyrilutamide and considering the need for more time or better quality control for the treatment. Another person suggests waiting for the drug to be officially approved due to potential quality issues with current products.
User discusses using C60 serum with microneedling at 1.75mm and asks if it's safe. Current routine includes daily Pyril on temples, weekly microneedling, and C60 serum on non-Pyril days.
A user is concerned about hair shedding despite noticeable regrowth after 7 months of using finasteride. The dermatologist confirmed positive results, but the user remains skeptical and confused.