The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.
A 21-year-old male with advanced hairloss (NW7) started using finasteride and minoxidil 10 months ago but hasn't seen much progress. He is pre-diabetic with stage 1 hypertension and is seeking insights on whether treating these conditions could improve hair regrowth.
Low iron and ferritin levels can contribute to hair shedding, and low ferritin can reduce the effectiveness of finasteride. Supplementing iron and vitamin D can help improve hair growth and overall health.
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hairloss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
The person experienced worsening hairloss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage, trying microneedling, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, and are advised to consult a trichologist.
A 28-year-old male shares his 12-step hair regrowth routine, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT, dermarolling, various shampoos, supplements, and a healthy diet. He seeks advice on microneedling frequency and mentions experiencing lowered libido and occasional scalp inflammation.
A 22-year-old male has been experiencing widespread hairloss for over four years, including pain and significant shedding. Treatments tried include ketoconazole shampoo, fluocinonide topical solution, biotin, ACV, and dry shampoo, but none have been effective.
Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hairloss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.
Creatine may affect hairloss by reducing PGE2 levels, which could influence hair growth. The discussion highlights the need for more research on this potential mechanism.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin D3, and microneedling, despite initial shedding. Vitamin D3 deficiency caused hairloss and insomnia.
A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hairloss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hairloss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.
A 25-year-old noticed thinning hair at the temples and started using finasteride (1mg/day) for two months, along with keto shampoo twice a week and vitamins like vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. They are seeing some results and are hopeful about regaining lost hair.
Hairloss may be linked to DHT, which can both suppress and increase inflammation, potentially as a defense mechanism. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed, but the exact cause of hairloss remains unclear.
DHT causes hairloss by driving cells into senescence, and a polyphenol in black chokeberry may reverse this. A product using this theory is being considered for use alongside finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hairloss in some individuals, but opinions vary. Some users report hairloss while on creatine, while others see no effect, especially when using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
A 22-year-old man experienced significant hairloss after stopping minoxidil and finasteride, causing emotional distress. He resumed these treatments and is considering dutasteride and microneedling to manage his hairloss.
The conversation is about a person struggling with aggressive hairloss and feeling depressed, who has tried finasteride but is experiencing sexual side effects. Others suggest various treatments like reducing finasteride dosage, trying minoxidil, dermarolling, addressing health and hormonal issues, and accepting baldness.
The user has been dealing with hairloss since middle school and has tried various treatments like mesotherapy, PRP, and red light therapy without success. Currently, they use minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride but are considering a hair transplant due to limited improvement.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hairloss and shedding despite using Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for six months. They are concerned about potential infections like folliculitis and are considering stopping the treatments due to stress and hairloss from various areas, including eyebrows and eyelids.
User experienced significant body hairloss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin D, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation is about various hairloss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and natural supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. It also covers methods to improve blood circulation, nourish hair follicles, and address underlying health issues like vitamin D deficiency and high cortisol levels.
Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses an extensive hairloss treatment regimen including dutasteride, GT20029, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and experimental compounds. The user humorously describes their approach as a comprehensive strategy to combat hairloss while maintaining hair growth.
User experienced hairloss due to anorexia and stress, leading to a difficult journey with wigs and self-esteem. Hair regrowth occurred with spironolactone, but recent hairloss returned, causing uncertainty and emotional struggles.
A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hairloss.
A 19-year-old male suspects his hairloss is due to vitamin D deficiency and stress rather than genetics. Recommendations include taking finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin D, exercising, reducing stress, and consulting a doctor if needed.
The user is concerned about hairloss and is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is unsure about their effectiveness and side effects. They have experienced mixed reactions to shaving their head and are struggling with confidence due to balding.
The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hairloss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.
Hairloss due to DHT is causing distress, with Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 being potential treatments. The conversation includes humor and frustration about the topic.