Managing seborrheic dermatitis using ketoconazole shampoo, Nizoral, and oils like MCT and coconut oil. The user considers shaving their head and consulting a dermatologist.
A 42-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in seven months using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He experienced minimal side effects and noted dramatic improvements in hair thickness and health.
Hair shedding is common when using minoxidil and finasteride, often indicating that the treatment is working as weaker hairs fall out to make way for stronger growth. Many users experience multiple shedding cycles before seeing significant hair regrowth.
The user is considering a hair transplant for their crown area while taking 0.5mg of dutasteride daily. Suggestions include using 500-800 grafts, adding minoxidil to the routine, and using hair fibers to improve appearance.
The user had a hair transplant five years ago and started using minoxidil three months ago. Commenters recommend adding finasteride or other DHT blockers to prevent further hair loss and maintain results.
Stevia microneedles increased minoxidil absorption and hair growth in mice. The conversation humorously questions the applicability of these results to humans.
A user shared their positive experience with a 2,600 grafts hair transplant surgery in India, expressing optimism about the results. The conversation also debated the necessity of medications like finasteride to maintain hair transplant results and prevent further hair loss.
In Austria, finasteride prescriptions are restricted due to suicide risk concerns, with new prescriptions only for current users. Alternatives like topical finasteride, dutasteride, and online purchases face legal challenges.
Pelage received $120 million for phase 3 of PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, but there is skepticism about its success. Some users believe any improvement over finasteride is a win, while others expect full hair regrowth.
Cialis is used to manage erectile dysfunction caused by finasteride and dutasteride, with mixed results. Some users report improvement, while others consider stopping the medication due to side effects.