Creatine is believed by some to cause hairloss, potentially by increasing DHT levels, despite conflicting evidence. Users report mixed results when combining creatine with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
Creatine may cause hairloss in some individuals, though there is no scientific consensus. Personal experiences vary, with some reporting increased shedding and others seeing no effect.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment and is unsure when to stop finasteride. Dutasteride takes about 15 days to reach significant DHT suppression compared to finasteride.
Low-dose Dutasteride, used 2-3 times a week, is as effective as daily Finasteride for hairloss with fewer side effects. Users report increased libido and better results with Dutasteride compared to Finasteride.
The user experienced severe hairloss despite using Minoxidil and Finasteride and is considering switching to Dutasteride. Others recommend consulting a dermatologist, checking for health issues, and trying Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil.
The conversation is about using topical saw palmetto for hairloss, with some users suggesting it is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride. The original poster is considering saw palmetto with dermarolling and specific shampoos, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic effects.
Creatine does not significantly affect DHT levels or cause hairloss. Some users continue using finasteride and minoxidil while taking creatine, expressing skepticism about its impact on hairloss.
Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hairloss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.
Accutane use led to hairloss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.
A 32-year-old user reversed 8 years of hairloss in 15 months using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user reported significant hair regrowth, despite unconventional methods like ingesting topical minoxidil, and is considering a hair transplant for further improvement.
A 20-year-old is dealing with hairloss, using finasteride and oral minoxidil, and considering dutasteride. Others suggest treatments like dutasteride, hair transplants, therapy, and lifestyle changes to boost confidence and mental health.
Starting finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil early is advised for minimal hairloss to preserve hair. Professional consultation is important due to potential side effects.
Exercise has minimal impact on hairloss, with weight lifting slightly increasing DHT and cardio potentially decreasing it. Finasteride and dutasteride are effective treatments for managing hairloss, even for those who exercise regularly.
Amplifica's new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia shows a 15% increase in hair thickness and coarseness in 60 days. The treatment is in early human trials and offers a promising alternative to hormone-related hairloss treatments.
PP405 is a new hairloss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
The user experienced hairloss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
A 25-year-old discusses hairloss and its impact on confidence, considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Recommendations include these medications and lifestyle changes to manage hairloss.
A person improved hairloss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
A user is experiencing rapid hairloss and has been diagnosed with telogen effluvium by multiple dermatologists, but doubts the diagnosis due to the severity and speed of the hairloss. They are considering various treatments like spironolactone, estradiol, and possibly finasteride, while also exploring the possibility of hormonal imbalances or autoimmune issues.
OP is pausing hairloss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
The conversation discusses hairloss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hairloss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hairloss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
Joe Biden aged significantly between ages 25 and 30, with noticeable changes in hair and facial features. He had a hair transplant, but it's unclear if he used Minoxidil or Finasteride.
Finasteride and Minoxidil effectively regrow hair but cause sexual side effects. The user is considering a Korean FUE hair transplant and is researching clinics and costs.
A person with hairloss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hairloss might be an autoimmune response.
The user shared a 6-month aggressive hairloss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hairloss classification.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hairloss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hairloss isn't a family trait.
The conversation discusses dissatisfaction with current hairloss treatments that mainly focus on DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride. Alternative treatments mentioned include RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and future possibilities like hair cloning.