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      community Alopecia Areata Question

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.

      community Anyone got any regrowth with exosomes?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      Exosomes are being considered for hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil, with skepticism about their effectiveness and high cost. Users discuss administration methods like injections and microneedling, but concerns about pricing and potential scams are prevalent.

      community MinoxiBoost - SULT1A1 Enzyme booster journey

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried topical Minoxidil and oral Minoxidil for beard and scalp hair growth with minimal results, and has been on Finasteride for 7 months with stabilized scalp hair but no facial hair improvement. They are considering using a SULT1A1 enzyme booster to enhance results and are questioning its effectiveness without concurrent topical Minoxidil application.

      community 9month progress on minoxidil foam

      in Progress Pictures  127 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old woman shared her 9-month progress using 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss, noting significant improvement after initial shedding and seeing regrowth by month 4. She also used ketoconazole shampoo and has been on spironolactone for acne, but did not use finasteride.

      community Today's shedding at the 2 month mark

      in Update  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair shedding two months after starting 2.5mg oral minoxidil and topical finasteride. They notice thinning in areas where finasteride is applied but also see new baby hairs growing.

      community Does Min Act Differently If MPB Is Not Genetic

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss caused by Trenbolone use, with suggestions to stop using it and consider treatments like Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841. It highlights that Minoxidil may temporarily regrow hair, but stopping Trenbolone is crucial to prevent further hair loss.

      community … thoughts about current progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride. He experienced side effects initially but resumed treatment, and now sees improvement.

      community 2 and 1/2 months, prescribed 1.25mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.

      community [M37] 8 months progress with mostly derma rolling and scalp massaging

      in Progress Pictures  626 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old male stopped using finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and switched to derma rolling, scalp massaging, and Revita shampoo, resulting in thicker, healthier hair with new growth. Users discuss the effectiveness of mechanical scalp stimulation, with some sharing similar positive experiences and others expressing skepticism.

      community 25M Exploring Causes of Hair Loss: TE, Alopecia, or AGA?

      in General  226 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.

      community Acne breakout caused by oral minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused acne breakouts, leading the user to revert to topical use. Finasteride was also used, but acne was suspected to be linked to oral minoxidil.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community 2 years on meds and micro- needling

      in Minoxidil  333 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.

      community 4 months into micro, got worse on the areas I needle

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.

      community Oral Minoxidil - Week by week progress thread.

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user shared their experience with liquid Minoxidil, which initially worked well but caused severe skin irritation, leading them to stop. They are now trying oral Minoxidil and plan to document their progress weekly.

      community Why does hairloss look great one day and regression the next?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair appearance fluctuates due to factors like styling, product buildup, and humidity, causing frustration for those with diffuse thinning. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841, with mixed results.

      community Please explain this Minoxidil phenomena

      in Minoxidil  58 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hair growth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hair growth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hair growth.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community Fix/min after 9 months - can you spot the difference?

      in Is this regrowth?  141 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using minoxidil for 9 months and finasteride for 3 months, with plans to continue treatment and possibly get a hair transplant. Some users suggested adding microneedling and other treatments, while others discussed potential side effects of finasteride.