The conversation is about using a dermastamp for hairloss treatment and concerns about a potentially scam product, pp405. It suggests sticking with known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
The user has tried various treatments for hairloss, including finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilutamide, and several topical growth factors, but continues to experience a receding hairline and thinning. Despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle, the user is unsure why these treatments are ineffective and seeks advice on the underlying cause.
Oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improved hair growth and stopped hairloss, with no major side effects. The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil, added finasteride, and later transitioned to dutasteride, experiencing regrowth and thicker hair.
A 27-year-old user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil twice a day for hairloss, reporting improved hair growth despite initial shedding and experiencing only minor side effects like watery semen. They also use Nizoral shampoo, take a multivitamin, and plan to start microneedling if progress slows.
The conversation discusses the use of oral minoxidil for hairloss, with some users suggesting combining it with finasteride for better results. Opinions vary on the effectiveness of minoxidil alone, especially for younger individuals, while others emphasize the importance of finasteride in treating male pattern baldness.
A 23-year-old is distressed about hairloss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.
An 18-year-old is considering starting minoxidil for hairloss due to a receding hairline but is hesitant about using finasteride due to age and lack of health insurance. A suggestion was made to use topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with lifestyle changes like exercise and cold showers.
A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hairloss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.
Users discuss their preferred daily shampoos for hairloss, mentioning products like Nizoral, rosemary shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and biotin shampoo. Some also use shampoos containing minoxidil and ketoconazole.
The conversation discusses a natural approach to hairloss treatment using rosemary, peppermint oil, derma roller, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto. Commenters note a slight or minor difference in hair growth.
A 21-year-old male from Bangladesh is experiencing hairloss and was advised by a dermatologist to use ketoconazole shampoo, anti-fungal treatments, biotin, and 5% minoxidil, with finasteride to be considered after six months. The user is unsure whether to follow this advice or start finasteride immediately alongside minoxidil.
The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hairloss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.
The effectiveness of using minoxidil alone as a hairloss treatment, and whether or not finasteride should be taken in addition to the minoxidil. Replies suggest that minoxidil is only effective for a short period of time, and finasteride should be added to the treatment plan.
The conversation is about the lack of improvement in hairloss after using Pyrilutamide for 14 weeks, with the original poster unable to use Finasteride due to depression. Replies suggest that Pyrilutamide, like RU58841, may not work for everyone, and a more potent drug is being developed by Kintor.
This conversation is about a user struggling with hairloss who has been told by their barber that minoxidil does not work and the only solution is to accept it. Other users have encouraged them to continue using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as look for another barber, since these treatments are scientifically proven to be effective in combating hairloss.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential hairloss treatment, possibly more effective than minoxidil. There are concerns about its effectiveness and product contamination, but some users report early signs of hair regrowth.
A hair transplant without using finasteride or similar medications may lead to unnatural results and further hairloss. Financially capable individuals are advised to stabilize hairloss with medication before considering a transplant.
A 15-year-old is concerned about hairloss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.
Insulin resistance may increase DHT production, contributing to hairloss, and addressing it through diet, nutrients, and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil could help reverse hairloss. Some users prefer medications like finasteride for more effective results.
Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hairloss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hairloss to tailor treatment effectively.
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hairloss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.
A 23-year-old is using 0.25mg Finasteride for hairloss and experiencing increased shedding after initial reduction. Advice given is to wait longer for results, as hair cycles take time to adjust, and consider increasing the dose if no improvement occurs in a few months.
Dutasteride is considered a stronger alternative to finasteride for hairloss, with mixed results; some users report improvement, while others experience worsening or side effects. Effectiveness varies, with genetics and individual responses influencing outcomes.
A 27-year-old at Norwood 3 is starting a hairloss treatment journey using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, scalp massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. The focus is on reducing DHT and stimulating growth, with finasteride emphasized as the key long-term solution.
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hairloss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hairloss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.
UCLA's PP405 shows promise in reactivating dormant hair follicles for hairloss treatment but is still in clinical trials. Minoxidil and finasteride remain common treatments until PP405 becomes available.
The user is considering whether to continue their hairloss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil spray, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. Suggestions include increasing minoxidil application, adding multivitamins, improving sleep, and possibly switching to dutasteride, while the consensus is to keep going with the treatment.
Stopping saw palmetto and rosemary oil led to significant hairloss for a long-term finasteride user. Resuming saw palmetto caused side effects, and there is debate about its effectiveness and the potential impact of oxycodone on hairloss.
Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hairloss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.