Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
The user stopped oral treatments due to side effects and switched to a regimen of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, azelaic acid, and dermaneedling, with recent addition of topical finasteride. They are questioning the long-term effectiveness of non-hormonal methods and considering hair transplantation.
A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.
The user experienced increased hair loss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.
Balding scalps have more androgen receptors, leading to increased TGF-beta, which causes blood vessel loss and hair follicle miniaturization. Blocking androgen signaling and TGF-beta may help prevent hair loss.
A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topical solution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.
A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.
Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.
Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."
Using dermaneedling or dermapen for hair loss while managing seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Treatments mentioned include ketoconazole, peppermint and jojoba oil, and rubbing alcohol.
Creatine may cause increased hair shedding due to androgen receptor sensitivity, despite limited evidence. The user is using dutasteride and minoxidil and seeks advice on whether shedding will stabilize, with suggestions including GHK-Cu and RU58841.
The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.
A user shared their experience with hair transplant scab removal, noting that most scabs came off easily without bleeding by using oil and shampoo. They sought advice on whether any hair was lost during the process, and others reassured them that no hair was lost and to trust the healing process.
The conversation discusses using a TCA 35% chemical peel on the scalp to potentially improve hair growth by addressing fibrosis and enhancing the effectiveness of topical treatments. The user also mentions trying microneedling and other methods like topical metformin and dutasteride for hair regrowth.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.
The conversation discusses hair cloning progress and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users also talk about hair transplants and their effectiveness.
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 hair loss may continue without the use of finasteride.
Scube3, a potential hair loss treatment, is unlikely to be released because it was given to a startup company, Amplifica, which may go bankrupt and fail to bring the treatment to market. Amplifica is prioritizing other treatments over Scube3, which could lead to financial loss and the end of Scube3's development.
The conversation is about the potential of SCUBE3 to regrow a juvenile hairline. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell injections, are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to Minoxidil and finasteride. Derma stamping is mentioned as effective when used with Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss 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.
Minoxidil can inhibit collagen production, potentially causing premature aging. The user is inquiring if Vitamin C serum or derma rolling can counteract this effect.
The conversation discusses the lack of promising results from the 23rd Annual Meeting of Japan Society of Clinical Hair Restoration, with no significant advancements expected in the next five years. Treatments mentioned include setipiprant, with skepticism about its effectiveness.
The user recommends a thickening clay as a great pre-styling product for hair volume and texture, despite its poor hold. They also mention using finasteride and express skepticism about the effectiveness of a shampoo containing saw palmetto and caffeine.
A user shared their experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) after one year. They discussed using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments for hair loss.