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300-330 / 1000+ resultscommunity How to deal with mpb stress at an young age, Please help
A 17-year-old is stressed about mild male pattern baldness and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about starting finasteride too young. Users suggest starting with minoxidil and considering finasteride at 18, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a doctor and not obsessing over hair loss.
community When did you realize your hair shedding wasn’t “just stress” anymore?
Hair loss can be caused by various factors such as stress, thyroid issues, and genetics. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, DHT blockers, and thyroid medication, though results vary.
community Severe Hair Loss Post-Surgery and Stress, Possible DUPA or Alopecia?
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.
community 22M - Doctor Said Hair Loss From Stress, Minoxidil Helped But Now It’s Back Worse. What Now?
A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss, initially attributed to stress, found temporary relief with minoxidil but faced increased shedding after stopping and restarting the treatment. The advice given suggests the hair loss may be due to androgenic alopecia rather than stress, recommending consistent use of minoxidil and considering finasteride, with a suggestion to seek a second opinion from another dermatologist.
community Regrowth from just fin after high stress and SSRI side effects?
A 22-year-old experienced significant hair loss due to high stress, SSRI side effects, and Androgenic Alopecia, and has seen some regrowth after starting finasteride and using ketoconazole shampoo. They are inquiring if continued use of finasteride and stress reduction alone can lead to further hair regrowth.
community Experiencing Major Shed After Switching to Dutasteride and Moving Stress—Advice Needed
Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil caused a major hair shed, exacerbated by moving stress. Dutasteride may take months to fully integrate, and adding finasteride might help with hair protection during this transition.
community Acute shedding episodes. Had telogen effluvium last year. Remission for a few months(thought I was over the shedding stuff 🥲). Now if I have any major stress days, THAT day I get a major shed and a few days after.
The user experiences immediate hair shedding linked to stress, unlike typical telogen effluvium, and is seeking answers. A suggestion was made to use spironolactone and topical minoxidil to address potential DHT-related shedding.
community Hair shed is driving me crazy/coping with stress
A 25-year-old female is experiencing hair loss and has tried PRP, Minoxidil 5% with Biotin, and weekly needling sessions. Her doctor suggested switching to GFC treatment and stopping the needling sessions due to increased shedding, which may be caused by Minoxidil.
community Anyone else find it funny all of us on here stress about hair loss daily and take pills for it and take time everyday to apply minoxidil or RU meanwhile we all have friends who don’t even think about hairloss rocking their perfect NW0 hairlines and thick hair?
People on a forum are discussing the irony of stressing over hair loss and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, while others have naturally perfect hair without any effort. They share personal experiences and acknowledge that everyone has insecurities, with some accepting their situation and others finding it frustrating.
community Simulative evaluation of taurine against alopecia caused by stress in Caenorhabditis elegans. - PubMed
Taurine shows potential in combating hair loss caused by chemical stress, especially when combined with other treatments like finasteride. Finasteride demonstrated better stress-reducing effects in the study.
community Hair Loss Factors in Moms: Analyzing Hormonal Changes, Stress, Genetics, and More
Hair loss in moms can be caused by hormonal changes, stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies. Solutions include hair toppers, Minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a healthy diet with supplements.
community How likely is it that my hair loss is due to vitamin D deficiency and stress?
A 19-year-old male suspects his hair loss is due to vitamin D deficiency and stress rather than genetics. Recommendations include taking finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin D, exercising, reducing stress, and consulting a doctor if needed.
community Progress photos, topical min/fin 1x daily, be consistent and look after your health and stress levels.
The user shared progress photos of hair regrowth using a topical spray with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, applied daily. They experienced significant shedding initially, but hair loss stopped and noticeable regrowth began around 16-18 months, with improved hair color and no side effects.
community Hair finally restored after 9 months of taking DUT, Oral Minox, Foam Minox, Zinc, Vitamin D,2% Nizoral, micro needling and much less stress.
After 9 months of using Dutasteride, oral and foam Minoxidil, Zinc, Vitamin D, Nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, combined with reduced stress, an individual restored their hair. They saw significant improvement despite initial worsening, and had low Vitamin D levels which they corrected with supplements.
community Single stressful event enough to trigger recurring hair loss, study suggests
Stress can trigger hair loss, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride being used to manage it. Some users report improvement with medications like Lexapro, while others emphasize the impact of stress and life events on hair health.
community Magic mushrooms , hair loss, OCD Any correlation ?
Magic mushrooms may reduce stress and anxiety about hair, potentially affecting hair loss. Users report feeling better about their hair after using mushrooms.
community buzzcut did wonders for my trim (21m on fin/min)
A user experienced reduced stress and improved hair appearance after getting a buzzcut while using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user feels the haircut and treatments may have improved hair quality and filled in patchy areas.
community Connection between caffeine and hair loss?
Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.
community Need Help Please! It's about Exosome therapy and my hair fall. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
A person experienced hair loss due to stress, hormonal changes, and possibly genetics, and tried treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are now considering exosome therapy but are unsure about its effectiveness and which dermatologist to trust.
community Taking ashwagandha with finasteride
Ashwagandha is used to reduce stress and improve sleep, while finasteride is taken for hair loss. Users report positive effects from ashwagandha and mixed results from finasteride, with some experiencing a slight dip in libido.
community Went prison in the middle of my 18thmonth ru / min / micro needling + now lost all progress
A user lost hair progress due to stress, poor nutrition, and lack of medication while in prison. They are now using a mix of natural oils and micro-needling, and plan to resume RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
community I stopped minoxidil after one week -here’s what happened
A user experienced telogen effluvium due to stress and was prescribed oral minoxidil and spironolactone, which initially worked. After stopping and restarting minoxidil, they experienced shedding but saw regrowth after discontinuing it again.
community How nuts did your hairloss make you?
Hair loss can cause significant stress and anxiety, leading individuals to try various treatments like microneedling, hair transplants, and lifestyle changes. Some people find peace by accepting hair loss and focusing on other aspects of life, while others experience ongoing distress.
community 7 months on from losing my mind
A 43-year-old man noticed hair thinning due to stress and started using Minoxidil, supplements, and specific shampoos, seeing improvement after 7 months. He is hesitant to add Finasteride due to fear of side effects but is managing stress better and feels more confident.
community Regrowth or miniaturisation???
A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects stress-related alopecia and is hesitant to use Minoxidil due to potential side effects. Another user suggests it might be androgenic alopecia and recommends starting finasteride.
community How much hair growth potential can be lost due to lifestyle factors?
Lifestyle factors like diet, stress, and nutrient deficiencies can impact hair regrowth, but their effects vary among individuals. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
community 19, Diffuse Thinning with Vitamin Deficiency: Start Minoxidil or Wait?
The conversation suggests that the hair thinning could be due to stress and vitamin deficiency rather than male pattern baldness. It recommends correcting the vitamin deficiency first and considering Minoxidil for hair growth if needed.
community 24M — 4.5 Months Into Hair Treatment, Feeling Emotionally Drained
A 24-year-old male is experiencing emotional stress from hair loss despite seeing significant progress after 4.5 months of using oral dutasteride and minoxidil, and has now switched to topical treatments. Many users encourage him to continue with the oral treatments due to his impressive results and suggest waiting at least a year before considering a hair transplant.
community Tressless saved my hair and my confidence.
The user experienced rapid hair loss due to stress and started using minoxidil, finasteride, a derm roller, and Mielle hair oil, along with men's supplements. They are pleased with the progress and grateful for the support from the community.