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      community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.

      community We need to talk about DHT itch

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      DHT Itch and its link to balding, with various treatments such as finasteride being discussed. Members shared their experiences of scalp itch before and after taking 5AR inhibitors, and potential underlying causes such as seborrheic dermatitis were discussed.

      community Do any shampoos contain Piroctone Olamine in the US

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about finding shampoos with Piroctone Olamine in the US for itch relief, as the user has not found relief with Keto shampoo, oral Dutasteride, and oral Minoxidil. Users suggest alternatives like Neutrogena T/Gel and online options, but note availability and price issues.

      community I tried salt water to stop the DHT itch

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.

      community Anyone in Pyrilutamide currently?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 years ago
      User considers trying Pyrilutamide for hair loss and itch relief. Another user shares positive experience with Pyrilutamide, no side effects.

      community The "DHT" itch myth - it's more complicated

      in Product  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user found that scalp itch might be linked to inflammation rather than DHT alone and noticed hair improvement with certain cancer drugs. They also discovered that black seed oil relieved their scalp itch and are experimenting with a mix of essential oils for dry scalp, questioning if oils affect minoxidil absorption.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.
      Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      community Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      in General  84 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, itchiness, or shampoo use, and is considering treatments other than minoxidil or finasteride. He plans to consult a doctor for further advice.

      community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

      community Hairline itch when hairline’s receding

      in Chat  80 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.

      community Redness and flaking from topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil with tretinoin is causing redness, stinging, and flaking on the scalp. Reducing application frequency and using anti-dandruff shampoo may help alleviate symptoms over time.

      community Is the DHT itch fact or fiction?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      DHT itch's existence is debated, with some claiming it's real and others saying it's psychological. Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and addressing scalp conditions like dandruff or eczema may help reduce itchiness.

      community Anyone else experiencing scalp inflammation? Get in here!

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user found that taking Zyrtec (Cetirizine) and Advil helped reduce their scalp inflammation and pain, potentially creating a better environment for hair growth. They have not used any other medication for hair loss or scalp issues.

      community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.

      community Anyone have multi week sheds from ru?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841, despite initial improvements in scalp condition and appearance. They are considering stopping RU58841 to see if shedding decreases.

      community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

      community How did you all stop the itching that occurs where you are balding?

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      People discussed solutions for scalp itching related to hair loss, with treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and Alpecin Hybrid shampoo. Some users found relief by adjusting dosages of finasteride or switching to dutasteride, while others recommended specific shampoos or prescription options like olux foam.

      community Ru58841 completely got rid of my seb derm

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.