The user experienced hair loss and itching after stopping RU58841 and resumed it to stop these symptoms. They also use Dutasteride and question which treatment is effective.
Microneedling once a week at 1mm caused bumps, possibly scars, in the treated area. The user is considering cleaning the skin before microneedling to prevent this issue.
The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.
The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after taking finasteride for three weeks and plans to stop due to gynecomastia symptoms. Stopping finasteride may lead to some hair regrowth, but benefits from the treatment might be lost; topical alternatives are suggested.
The conversation discusses impressive hair regrowth results using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling over 20 months. Some users suspect a hair transplant or hair system, while others inquire about specific product details and side effects.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of medications, including dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil. They have not experienced any noticeable side effects and are considering a hair transplant in the future.
The user experienced hair shedding after increasing minoxidil from 5% to 7% with latanoprost, possibly causing telogen effluvium. They are on HRT with Lupron, Estradiol, and Raloxifene, and are concerned about the shedding's duration.
A 22-year-old is using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, focusing on the crown area, and has not experienced shedding after 11 weeks. They are seeking advice on when shedding might occur and what Norwood level they might achieve.
OP is planning a hair transplant but has gyno surgery scheduled next month. It's recommended to wait 4-6 weeks after the gyno surgery before proceeding with the hair transplant.
A physician experienced hair thickening and new growth using microneedling and minoxidil, but stopped using topical finasteride due to side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. The physician plans to continue with microneedling and minoxidil, considering finasteride nonessential for cosmetic purposes.
The user has maintained their hairline with finasteride for 5 years and saw no results from minoxidil. They are inquiring if tretinoin alone can cause hair regrowth.
The user has been using Minoxidil, vitamins, and a derma roller for 2.5 months with some regrowth observed. They are hesitant to add finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects, considering topical finasteride as a safer option.
Trans woman experiencing thinning hair despite low testosterone and finasteride use seeks possible causes and solutions. Current treatments include finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol, vitamins, and microneedling; minoxidil not tried due to concerns about dependence and side effects.
A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hair loss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hair loss will likely continue.
The conversation discusses the use of microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about potential long-term effects like fibrosis and scarring. Users share experiences and opinions on combining microneedling with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but there is uncertainty about the long-term safety and efficacy.
OP used minoxidil for 15 months and pyrilutamide for 46 days, achieving desired results without side effects. Users discussed alternatives like dutasteride and finasteride, with concerns about side effects like erectile dysfunction.
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin. He noted side effects like occasional watery semen, lower libido, better erections, and no more acne.
Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.
Minoxidil and finasteride have improved hair thickness and density, but temple areas remain stubborn. Continued use is recommended, with suggestions for topical minoxidil, microneedling, or considering a hair transplant for further improvement.
A user shared their 20-week progress using topical minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.1%) with a 1mm dermastamp, showing significant hair regrowth from NW5 to between NW3V and NW4. They experienced no side effects and plan to update at 12 months.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, castor oil, and microneedling over three months. There are signs of early hair regrowth, with expectations of fuller hair in a year.
Minoxidil gains are not permanent without continued use, even with DHT suppression. Combining treatments like Dutasteride, Finasteride, and RU58841 may help maintain hair, but stopping Minoxidil typically results in hair loss.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride for 8-9 months, topical minoxidil for 3 months, and weekly microneedling with a stamp. They reported no side effects from the topical treatments and are considering a hair transplant for further improvement.
The user reported progress with hair regrowth using a topical solution combining finasteride and minoxidil, but experienced scalp irritation which improved after adjusting the treatment. They are considering microneedling but are concerned about the risk of scarring.
A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is using 1mg dutasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and Nizoral, with occasional microneedling, but stopped microneedling due to scalp inflammation. They report some patchy regrowth, with stronger results at the front than the midsection.
A user's progress with treating their hair loss, which consists of using Dutasteride, RU58841, Stemoxydine and Tretinoin 0.05% over the past three months.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5mg oral Minoxidil and 0.5mg oral Dutasteride daily, with no side effects except increased body and eyebrow hair. They are concerned about progress plateauing but have not experienced shedding.
The user has been using a Phoenix 2-in-1 pill (1mg finasteride with 3mg minoxidil), nizoral ketoconazole shampoo, and derma rolling for 9 months but continues to experience hair shedding. They are considering adding Rogaine foam and are curious about low-level laser caps for better results.
The conversation discusses a person's experience with hair loss treatments, including 7 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, switching to oral minoxidil, using ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They notice hair regrowth more with flash photography than in regular light.