The user is experiencing hair thinning on the sides and back of the head while the top remains thick. A reply suggests it might be retrograde alopecia.
A 31-year-old male experiencing hair thinning since age 25-26 uses minoxidil, finasteride, a red laser cap, and microneedling to promote hair growth. Users suggest reducing microneedling frequency to once a week to avoid damaging hair follicles.
User is depressed about hairloss despite using topical minoxidil for 5 months and topical finasteride for 2 months, with no improvement. Others suggest trying oral finasteride, seeing a specialist for dandruff and oily scalp, and being patient.
The user is experiencing hairline thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil (solution and foam), dermastamping, and tretinoin. They suspect minoxidil or tretinoin might be causing the issue but are unsure.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He is concerned about continued shedding, mild sexual side effects, and whether to adjust his finasteride dosage.
User "tresslessatbest" shares her experience with androgenic hairloss and treatments. She found success using men's Rogaine 5%, spironolactone, dermaroller, biotin, blackcurrant seed oil, prenatal vitamins, and Nizoral shampoo.
The conversation discusses hairloss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hairloss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
A user shared their personal experience with hairloss treatment, detailing their journey from initial hairline thinning to regrowth. They tried several protocols, with the most effective being a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and topical tretinoin, and plan to continue finasteride daily.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hairloss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.
Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hairloss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.
A 35-year-old man had a hair transplant in 2019 but experienced further hairloss due to not using finasteride or minoxidil. Many suggest shaving his head or considering a hair system, as his donor area is depleted and further transplants may not be viable.
A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.
The conversation discusses the importance of scalp skin barrier health in hair follicle cycling, suggesting treatments like ceramides or niacinamide to support hair growth. It also mentions the use of finasteride for hairloss.
Finding treatments for regrowth on the hairline which have not been successful so far, with suggestions of maintaining what they currently have and considering a hair transplant as an option.
A 19-year-old male has been experiencing aggressive hairloss since age 15/16 and has tried various treatments including topical Minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, retinoic acid, stemoxydine, RU58841, and finasteride without success. He recently added oral Minoxidil but continues to experience significant hair thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride.
The user experienced hairline recession despite using topical finasteride/minoxidil and is considering whether misapplication was the cause. They are exploring options after experiencing side effects from oral finasteride, including possibly returning to the topical formulation with adjusted application methods.
A user is experiencing significant hairloss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.
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.
A 29-year-old male is considering treatments for hairloss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, or a hair transplant, and is concerned about potential hairloss due to military service. He is currently at Norwood 2 and has a family history of hairloss.
Hairloss from seborrheic dermatitis can be temporary. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, along with collagen and biotin supplements.
After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hair regrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hairloss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hair regrowth.
The user noticed hair regrowth after 4 years of hairloss, coinciding with lifestyle improvements like quitting smoking, exercising, and a better diet. They are curious if dormant follicles can recover under improved conditions.
A 25-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and topical minoxidil, noting improved hair health but persistent temple thinning. They consider switching to oral minoxidil, adding microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant after one year.
Hairloss has slowed, but uneven growth and kinking persist despite using keto/nizoral shampoo and clotrimazole. Stress and anxiety might be contributing factors.
A 27-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and dandruff, despite trying various treatments like cortisone, diflucan, and natural remedies. He is considering shaving his head and is seeking advice on the "Big 3" treatment, which includes Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
An 18-year-old noticed significant hairline recession and is concerned about further hairloss. They plan to improve their lifestyle and are advised to use finasteride and minoxidil and consult a dermatologist.
A user has been experiencing hairloss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
A 22-year-old is experiencing worsening hairloss despite using a doctor-prescribed serum and shampoo. They are seeking advice on additional treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
A user discusses their experience with hairloss, noting they don't notice shedding despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. Others share similar experiences, suggesting that shedding varies and may not occur for everyone using these treatments.
Minoxidil (Lipogaine) and Ketoconazole shampoo (Regenepure) are recommended for hairloss treatment, while finasteride is considered risky due to potential side effects. Biotin is not advised due to possible health risks, and the user emphasizes the emotional impact of hairloss and the hope for a future cure.