Stopping minoxidil can lead to significant hairloss, but resuming it along with finasteride can help regain lost hair over time. Consistency is key for maintaining hair health and regrowth.
The conversation is about future hairloss treatments. Current treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with potential future treatments like GT20029, TDM-105795, JW0061, and follicle cloning.
Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hairloss by mimicking DHT-resistant cells from the back of the head. Traditional treatments like finasteride are also discussed, but stem cells could potentially offer a more permanent solution.
The user follows a hairloss treatment routine including Propecia, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and plans to switch to dutasteride. They also focus on lifestyle changes, dietary supplements, and are considering laser therapy.
A user wants to try melatonin for hairloss by mixing melatonin powder with a topical oil serum. They are asking if this mixture is possible and effective.
The user has been mixing finasteride with stemoxydine for hairloss and is considering switching to a less expensive product with a different ingredient list. They are questioning if the new product's higher water content compared to alcohol will affect the finasteride's solubility.
Some individuals taking finasteride for hairloss report increased libido and frequent masturbation, with no immediate hair regrowth but darker hair appearance. A dermatologist explains that finasteride may raise testosterone levels temporarily, which could lead to increased sex drive in some people.
A user shared their experience of hairloss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hairloss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hairloss.
A user has been treating hairloss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hairloss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.
Quitting minoxidil can lead to significant hairloss, even in areas that were not thinning before, as hair becomes reliant on the treatment. Some users also report losing hair gains when stopping minoxidil despite taking finasteride.
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.
Creatine might speed up hairloss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.
The user shared their 18-month hairloss treatment progress, using finasteride three times a week, daily minoxidil, weekly vitamin D, and bi-weekly nizoral shampoo. They experienced initial shedding and greying, but are satisfied with the results.
Hairloss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.
Botox injections on the scalp may help with hairloss, as one small study showed improvement in 8 out of 10 subjects. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Hairloss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
A user's results with taking finasteride and minoxidil to treat hairloss, which have been successful after three months. Replies discussed dosage information, as well as providing congratulations and astonishment.
A user shared their hairloss treatment plan using Revita tablets, Sulforaphane, Minoxidil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Replies suggest that without finasteride, the plan is unlikely to be effective, and recommend either using finasteride or shaving their head.
25-year-old male with Norwood 2 hairloss tried PRP injections without success. Dermatologists didn't recommend finasteride or minoxidil, but suggested PRP + Mesotherapy for 50% improvement.
The positive effects of taking finasteride for hairloss, with the poster being four months into treatment and seeing improved thickness on their right side of scalp. Another user replied expressing hope in having similar results after starting to take finasteride.
A user's progress with hairloss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.
User is scared to start finasteride for hairloss due to potential side effects and personal concerns. Another user suggests trying a low dose for 6 months and avoiding online groups to reduce anxiety.
User balding1337 shared their hairloss treatment success using Finasteride 1mg/day, Minoxidil 5% 2x/day, microneedling at 1.5mm, and Biotin+Multivitamins. Another user mentioned that microneedling with minoxidil is 3-4x more effective than minoxidil alone.
User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hairloss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hairloss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hairloss.
The user shared their personal experience with hairloss, hormone imbalances, and treatments including testosterone boosters, natural estrogen blockers, and DHEA. They suggest that low-dose finasteride and natural hormone therapy could reduce hairloss with fewer side effects.
A potential treatment for hairloss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.
A 19-year-old is struggling with hairloss despite using minoxidil and finasteride, feeling depressed and lacking confidence. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, topical treatments, hair transplants, or accepting baldness.
The user is using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss and plans to add topical minoxidil and a dermaroller. They also use ketoconazole shampoo to support hair regrowth.