A user has been using minoxidil for hairloss and is seeing improvement. Some suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, but the user is concerned about side effects.
A 26-year-old individual treating hairloss since 19, using a regimen of Finasteride, Cyproterone, Oral Minoxidil, Microneedling, Dutasteride, and newly added RU58841. They're seeking advice from other RU58841 users about their experiences.
The user is expressing an obsession with hairloss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.
The conclusion of this conversation about hairloss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hairloss treatments.
High DHEA levels may contribute to hairloss by increasing DHT in hair follicles, potentially explaining why finasteride is ineffective for some. Treatments like high-dose dutasteride and RU58841 are suggested, but the underlying cause, such as adrenal issues, should be investigated.
User harlital shared their 9-month hairloss journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but experienced worse results. Commenters suggested patience, checking for other causes, and considering dutasteride after 12-24 months if no improvement.
How Finasteride and Dutasteride help reduce hairloss by reducing the amount of DHT in scalp areas, as well as discussing factors such as sensitivity to DHT, 5α-reductase expression in different parts of the hair follicle, and scalp tension.
Pyrilutamide is considered to work for hairloss but less effectively than expected, similar to RU58841, and may cause side effects like chest tightness and sexual issues. It's unclear if it's suitable for diffuse thinners, and one user cannot use minoxidil or finasteride due to side effects and personal circumstances.
A user's progress with their hairloss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.
The potential effects of dutasteride on hairloss, with some users reporting it improved their hairline while others experienced worsened hairloss or shedding. Other treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride, as well as RU58841.
Using Microneedling 1xweek and Minoxidil twice a day as treatments for hairloss, along with DHT blockers such as Finasteride or Dutasteride. Advice was also given to not raise eyebrows when evaluating hair growth progress.
A user's progress with treatments for hairloss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.
A 22 year old man who is experiencing hairloss, thinning and dry scalp, has tried treatments such as finasteride and minoxidil, and other users sharing their experiences with similar issues.
The effectiveness of using dutasteride mesotherapy as a hairloss treatment, with other protocols such as microneedling, vitamin D and B12, zinc, and biotin. The user's results were positive after 4-6 months without any serious side effects.
A user is considering finasteride for hairloss and is concerned about its effects on DHT levels and potential side effects, including those from creatine. The user seeks advice on finasteride's impact on hair and body hair, given their high DHT and testosterone levels.
User tried DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hairloss due to unsatisfactory Finasteride results. Used mesotherapy injection gun and liquid dutasteride for better results and fewer side effects.
The conversation is about a person struggling with hairloss and feeling frustrated comparing themselves to friends with thick hair. They started taking 1 mg Finasteride a month ago to address the hairloss.
The conversation advises against waiting for future hairloss treatments and suggests using proven treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Some users regret not starting treatment earlier, while others discuss the effectiveness and safety of current treatments and the potential of microneedling.
A user added sandalore to minoxidil for hairloss, observing some vellus hair growth and less scalp inflammation. Others tried sandalore with mixed results, discussing dosage and effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.
User discusses using finasteride, ketoconazole, fish oil, nettle root, saw palmetto, emu oil, and plans to start minoxidil for hairloss. They report maintaining hair with minor side effects like slightly lower libido and watery semen.
A 23-year-old is seeking advice on starting Finasteride for hairloss, questioning its effectiveness, side effects, and long-term safety, including concerns about dosage, alternatives, and potential impacts on fertility and beard growth. They also inquire about the effectiveness of combining topical and oral treatments and the necessity of Finasteride for maintaining hair transplant results.
DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hairloss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hairloss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.
There is no imminent cure for hairloss, but treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and new drugs such as KX-826, GT-20029, and PP405 are being explored. Current solutions focus on slowing hairloss and stimulating growth, with hopes for better options in the future.
Stem cell hair restoration lacks scientific evidence and is often considered a scam. Effective hairloss treatments include hair transplants, Minoxidil, and Finasteride, but stem cell treatments are not proven.
PP405 is a promising hair growth stimulant but not a cure for advanced hairloss, as it may only help dormant follicles. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride are discussed, with emphasis on early intervention for effectiveness.
A user considered restarting finasteride for hairloss despite past side effects, which worried their girlfriend. Others suggested alternatives like topical treatments or lower doses and emphasized prioritizing well-being and relationship stability.
A 26-year-old is experiencing hairloss despite using minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include shaving his head, trying oral minoxidil, or considering a hair transplant.