A user is trying Relora supplements to reduce stress-inducedhairshedding. They are frustrated with ongoing hair loss and are open to trying new solutions.
A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.
Increased hairshedding can occur when starting Finasteride, but it's usually temporary. Adding Minoxidil may help regrow and thicken hair, while vitamins are only beneficial if there's a deficiency.
After jaw surgery caused intense hairshedding and scalp itch, using pyrilutamide significantly reduced these symptoms. It's suggested to test pyrilutamide for authenticity before use, despite positive personal experience with the product from MV Supplements.
A 21-year-old experienced severe hair loss after stress and tried PRP, mesotherapy, and a topical finasteride + minoxidil solution, which was costly and inconvenient. They switched to dutasteride, experienced heavy shedding, and are considering switching to finasteride, with advice to consult a qualified doctor for further guidance.
The user has been on finasteride for 18 months and experienced significant hairshedding after increasing minoxidil dosage, which has not stopped despite reducing the dosage. They are concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and whether minoxidil triggered ongoing hair loss, compounded by personal stress and trauma.
Prolactin and cortisol are identified as key factors in hair loss, with stress hormones impacting hairshedding. Finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments, while DHT's role and individual sensitivity are significant factors.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, low-level laser therapy, ketokonozole, supplements, Viviscal, Nutrafol, microneedling, PRP, and scalp Botox injections, but is still experiencing hairshedding and thinning. Despite being on this regimen for two years, the user's hair condition is worsening, and they are seeking advice on what else they can do.
The user is experiencing continuous hairshedding after starting finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether the shedding is normal or if it could be due to other factors like telogen effluvium.
Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hairshedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.
The user experienced continuous hairshedding for 16 months while on finasteride, with periods of improvement. They also used T Gel shampoo and noticed a reduction in hair loss symptoms after 18 months, including the return of their sex drive and normal hair texture.
A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hair loss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
Creatine may cause increased hairshedding due to androgen receptor sensitivity, despite limited evidence. The user is using dutasteride and minoxidil and seeks advice on whether shedding will stabilize, with suggestions including GHK-Cu and RU58841.
A user experienced significant hairshedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
Finasteride can cause initial hairshedding, which may indicate effectiveness, with improvements seen after 12-24 months. Some users enhance results by combining it with minoxidil and dermarolling.
A 22-year-old is experiencing significant hairshedding and is using multiple treatments, including oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, topical dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering adding RU58841 and stemoxydine. Others advise patience, suggesting sticking to finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year before evaluating results, as initial shedding is normal and adding too many treatments can be counterproductive.
A user's experience with Dutasteride causing rapid hair loss and temple recession over 3 weeks, with other users offering advice about the potential causes of this.
COVID and COVID vaccination can trigger hair loss, primarily telogen effluvium, due to stress and immune system activation. Proper diagnosis and addressing factors like nutrition and stress are crucial for recovery.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss but faced increased shedding and anxiety, regretting not staying with finasteride longer. Other users shared mixed experiences, advising patience with dutasteride, as it may take up to a year to show results.
A 23-year-old male experienced no shedding with RU58841 but switched to oral finasteride due to heart concerns, resulting in increased hairshedding. He is considering adding minoxidil to his regimen, which currently includes finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and microneedling.
Creatine does not directly cause hair loss but may increase DHT levels, potentially worsening hair loss in those predisposed to male pattern baldness. Users have mixed experiences, with some reporting increased shedding and others seeing no effect.
Effective treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.
A 20-year-old engineering student discusses balding experiences with barbers, mentioning treatments like PRP and rosemary oil masks, which slowed but didn't stop hair loss. The conversation humorously touches on the stereotype of engineers balding due to stress and suggests considering treatments like finasteride.
Creatine does not cause hair loss, despite many users reporting personal experiences of hairshedding. Scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and increased hair loss or hormone changes.
The user plans to stop finasteride after three months, believing hair loss isn't due to DHT, and will continue with oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They suspect stress and poor nutrition are the main causes and seek opinions on DHT blockers' effectiveness.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment, which includes taking finasteride pills and using minoxidil once daily; discussing the effects of these treatments and the experience of shedding and regrowth; and advice on adding microneedling.
The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hairshedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.
The user has been using Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp for 7 months and experienced a period with no shedding, but is now shedding about 100 hairs a day and is questioning if this is a result of the treatment or their normal hair loss. They are unable to start finasteride and are considering stopping the treatment due to the shedding.