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      community minoxidil scalp Inflammation, lossing my hair very fast,

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced scalp inflammation and rapid hair loss after using minoxidil, despite initial success. Suggestions included switching to minoxidil foam, using oils, trying aspirin, and considering RU58841 for inflammation and hair loss management.

      community Dermatitis and Nizoral

      in Ketoconazole 6 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair loss and dermatitis, which improved with tea tree oil and neem extract. He is considering using a 2% Ketoconazole solution for further treatment.

      community Experience with Spironolactone?

      in Female  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Spudlady asks about experiences with spironolactone for hair loss. She has lost hair due to stress and seeks ways to stop shedding.

      community I think I might have cured my hairloss

       19 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user experienced severe dandruff and hair loss, trying various treatments including oils, vitamins, and minoxidil. They found success by simply dampening their scalp with water twice a day, which improved their hair's appearance and eliminated psoriasis.

      community Question about topical part of treatment

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a combination of oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil, and a topical formula with Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone, along with rosemary oil, coconut oil, ginseng, and a derma roller. They are also using LLLT therapy and are questioning the timing of the laser cap session in relation to the topical application.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Alternatives to 5% Foam minoxidil causing redness and itchy scalp

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced redness and itching from using 5% minoxidil and is considering trying a lower dose or alternative treatments like 2% minoxidil, mesotherapy, PRP, or rosemary oil. They are seeking advice on managing side effects and exploring other options for hair stimulation.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community Moisturizing your scalp?

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation discusses using olive oil, shampoo, conditioner, and moisturizer before applying minoxidil to combat the drying effects of alcohol in hair treatments. The user asks if facial moisturizer like Cetaphil is safe for the scalp.

      community Connection between heat (dry/flaky scalp) and hair loss?

      in Question  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss and used minoxidil, biotin shampoo, and supplements like biotin, zinc, fish oil, saw palmetto, and B vitamins, which initially stopped hair loss but did not promote regrowth. They suspect heat causes a dry, flaky scalp leading to hair loss and are considering using a supplementary shampoo and possibly finasteride.
      What kind of balding is this?

      community What kind of balding is this?

      in General  69 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 34-year-old male is experiencing hair loss on the sides of his head, with inflammation and itchiness, while the top remains thick. He is using topical dutasteride and keto shampoo to address the issue.
      What’s wrong with my scalp?

      community What’s wrong with my scalp?

      in General  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes on their scalp despite using anti-dandruff shampoos and oils for six weeks. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole at higher concentrations, as it might be seborrheic dermatitis, which can lead to hair loss if untreated.

      community 22M Losing hair since 16, nothing helps, scalp always itchy. Just fed up.

      in Treatment  59 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.

      community I think Ru58841 stopped my itching.

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hair loss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.

      community Scalp Itch/Continued Shedding after years

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced continued hair loss and scalp itch despite using finasteride and switching to dutasteride. They sought advice on managing these issues, with suggestions including adjusting medication frequency and trying different shampoos.

      community Stopping min on scalp - psoriasis

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.

      community Scalp MicroPigmentation Results

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their positive experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to cover hair thinning and a scar, choosing it over hair transplants due to its non-invasive nature and realistic results. They recommend SMP for those struggling with hair loss, emphasizing the importance of finding a trusted artist.

      community Would appreciate some thoughts on the “dht itch”

      in Chat 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing scalp itching despite using finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. They are unsure if the itch is due to their treatments, diet, or mental factors.

      community How safe and/or difficult would it theoretically be to turn raw 99.9% clascoterone into topical formula?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user discusses their hair regrowth success with minoxidil, red light therapy, massage, and derma stamping but expresses concerns about using finasteride due to potential side effects. They are interested in using clascoterone as a topical treatment for hair loss and are exploring the possibility of creating a topical formula from raw clascoterone powder.
      Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      community Is my hair loss from itching/shampoo or am I just balding?

      in General  84 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, itchiness, or shampoo use, and is considering treatments other than minoxidil or finasteride. He plans to consult a doctor for further advice.