community What actually causes hair loss / androgenic alopecia?
DHT sensitivity at the scalp increases with age, contributing to androgenic alopecia. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed for managing hair loss.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?
Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.
community Am I throwing too much at my hair ?
User has been using minoxidil for 5 years and recently started finasteride, 2% nizoral shampoo, low light level laser helmet, microneedling, and biotin supplement to prepare for a hair transplant. Another user suggests it's not too much and mentions additional treatments like dutasteride, oral min, RU, and pyrilutamide.
community 19 months in, losing ground somehow
The user has been using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5% spray for 19 months but continues to experience hair shedding and has not seen improvement with ketoconazole or tretinoin. They are considering a hair transplant in the future while maintaining current treatments.
community 2/3 month update (Telogen Effluvium, diffuse thinning) 5% Minoxidil
User experienced telogen effluvium and diffuse thinning, started using 5% minoxidil two months ago, and resolved several deficiencies. They report noticeable improvement in hair health and plan to update progress in a month.
community 20M Struggling with Crown Thinning, Considering Finasteride and Shaving Head
A 20-year-old feels defeated about hair loss and struggles with consistent minoxidil use due to ADHD. They plan to visit an endocrinologist for finasteride and consider shaving their head while continuing treatments.
community 3-ish month Progress and Treatment Testimonial
User experienced significant hair loss and tried treatments including Finasteride, Minoxidil, scalp massages, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. After focusing on overall physical and mental health, user saw dramatic improvement in hair growth.
community Norwood 4/5 - I have my stack, but not mentally ready to start it, and not sure I ever will.
The user is hesitant to start a hair loss treatment regimen with Finasteride, Minoxidil, a derma stamp, and Nizoral shampoo due to concerns about potential side effects, despite being motivated by success stories. They seek advice from others who have faced similar dilemmas or have started treatment despite initial fears.
community Why doctors are contradictory when it comes to Androgenetic alopecia?
The conversation discusses androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and questions why treatments focus on lowering DHT levels instead of building resistance to it. It also touches on hair transplantation techniques using body hair.
community 32M, 5 year progress on Fin, Min, RU58841 and Ketoconazole 2%
A 32-year-old male shares his 5-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and ketoconazole for hair loss. Despite consistent use, he feels his hair isn't as thick as before and is concerned about continued shedding and hairline miniaturization.