Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hairloss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
A 33-year-old man shared his 9-month journey using minoxidil for hairloss, experiencing significant shedding after initial success. He is considering adding finasteride but is hesitant due to trying to conceive.
A 24-year-old shared his 12-month hairloss progress, using 1mg oral finasteride daily, Minoxidil spray twice daily, weekly derma stamping, daily Biotin, Saw Palmetto Shampoo, and occasional Ketoconazole shampoo. He experienced minimal side effects and significant hair density improvement, no longer needing a hat.
The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hairloss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hairloss shampoos don't work as claimed.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss for 2 years and started microneedling, now considering a hair transplant in Mexico. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and various opinions on hair transplant locations and the user's current hair condition.
A 23-year-old man shared his nearly 3-month progress treating hairloss with 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil once at night, and ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, showing improvement in hair thickness and coverage. He encourages others not to be afraid of using finasteride despite potential side effects.
A user has been using minoxidil for hairloss and is seeing improvement. Some suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, but the user is concerned about side effects.
The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hairloss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.
The conversation is about whether creatine causes hairloss in individuals who are taking finasteride or dutasteride for hairloss. Some users report experiencing hairloss when taking creatine, while others do not. There is no consensus on the issue.
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hairloss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hairloss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hairloss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
Using Microneedling 1xweek and Minoxidil twice a day as treatments for hairloss, along with DHT blockers such as Finasteride or Dutasteride. Advice was also given to not raise eyebrows when evaluating hair growth progress.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss but experienced worsening temple recession. They suspect they might be more sensitive to testosterone and are considering trying RU58841 or CB 03 01 as additional treatments.
The conversation discusses the use of Minoxidil and finasteride for hairloss and explores the potential of Geranium sibiricum extract as a safer alternative. It highlights the difficulty in finding this specific extract and suggests considering other plants with similar compounds, like Indian gooseberry.
First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III for hairloss treatment. Pyrilutamide differs from approved treatments as it competes with DHT to bind hair follicles, potentially reducing side effects.
A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hairloss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.
The user shared positive hair regrowth results using Minoxidil 5% and stinging nettle root over six months. They avoided finasteride due to concerns but are open to using it if needed.
A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy for hairloss due to concerns about oral side effects from high DHT levels. They have been using topical finasteride with minoxidil but are exploring mesotherapy as an alternative, while another user shares their experience with mesotherapy sessions using dutasteride and minoxidil without side effects.
A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hairloss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.
Chronostim is a hair treatment with separate day and night formulas containing ingredients like lauric acid, glycyrrhetinic acid, and piroctone olamine. Users discuss its effectiveness for hairloss.
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hairloss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
The conversation discusses the potential updates on the pp405 trial for hairloss, with completion expected by December 2025. Participants express skepticism about new treatments, suggesting continued use of finasteride, while others hope for innovative solutions beyond current medications.
A 24-year-old is experiencing hair shedding and regrowth while using dutasteride (1mg), vitamin D, and minoxidil (5%). Others share similar experiences with hairloss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Minoxidil can help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with finasteride, but it doesn't address the root cause of androgenic alopecia. Finasteride is often recommended as the primary treatment, with minoxidil as a supportive option.
A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hairloss and asks about combining it with rosemary and coconut oil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hairloss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary and coconut oil can be used alongside these treatments.
A 35-year-old man shows 4-month hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Biotin, a derma stamp, Mane Root Activating Shampoo, and Nizoral Shampoo. He has no side effects from the treatment.
The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase and increased flaking and itching while using minoxidil 5% nightly and microneedling every two weeks, with needle length increasing over time. Other users suggest the hairloss may continue without the use of finasteride.
A user shared a 6-month progress picture showing improvement in hairloss using biotin and minoxidil. They also mentioned dealing with stress, diet issues, and seborrheic dermatitis.
The user has been using 0.1% topical finasteride and topical minoxidil for hairloss, and has now been prescribed Dutasteride. They also use a derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and a mix of oils for treatment.
The conversation is about seeking alternatives to combine with Finasteride for hairloss treatment, specifically if not wanting to use Minoxidil. The user questions if anyone has tried Redensyl as a potential alternative.