User taking 1mg finasteride daily for 2 years, wants to block more scalp DHT. Seeks reference for additional topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol and fluridil.
OP shared progress pictures after 7 months of using a topical solution with 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, prescribed by a dermatologist. OP experienced mild shedding initially and noticed significant growth by the third month.
The user plans to use a combination of tretinoin, topical minoxidil, and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. They seek advice on application order, timing, and tretinoin dosage.
A user's six-month update on their hair loss treatment plan, which includes topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketokonazole. Replies to the post appreciate the comparison pictures and commend the results achieved from the treatments.
A user with scalp psoriasis and hair loss is hesitant to use topical minoxidil and finasteride due to concerns about psoriasis and potential side effects. They are considering alternatives like pumpkin seed and saw palmetto.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, focusing on the crown and mid-scalp areas. The user is optimistic about seeing results in 3 to 6 months.
A user questions if a topical compound with finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, caffeine, and triamcinolone is excessive for hair loss treatment. Another user shares their experience using topical finasteride without issues and notes that alternating finasteride and dutasteride is common.
User is experiencing hair loss and scalp dryness after using a topical solution containing minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, and hydrocortisone. They seek advice and personal experiences with this treatment.
User shares 6.5 months of progress using topical finasteride 0.1% and minoxidil 10%, along with lasercomb, dermaroller, Nizoral, scalp massager, and biotin. They seek feedback on their results.
Tretinoin can irritate seborrheic dermatitis, but using it with a moisturizer on calm skin may help. Parallel Health's skin microbiome testing and phage therapy are suggested for persistent issues.
The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.
The conversation is about concerns over using a combination spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss. The user is worried about potential scalp irritation and considers using separate products to better manage sensitivity.
Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.
Hair loss possibly caused by a fungal infection might be treated with antifungal shampoos or oral medications. If not fungal, treatments like minoxidil or finasteride may be necessary.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using Minoxidil Foam, Nizoral Shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to add finasteride in a few months.
Topical Metformin shows potential for regenerating hair follicles and minimizing scarring in hair transplant donor areas, similar to Verteporfin but without its side effects. The discussion suggests considering Metformin for post-hair transplant care, though more human trials are needed.
A user with long-term hair loss has been using topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole, and dermastamping for 8 months. They are unsure if the new hairs are miniaturized or vellus.
The user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral, noting significant hair improvement. They apply minoxidil once daily with a head massager and use 1% Nizoral 3-4 times a week, reporting no side effects.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since May, previously used a spray version since January. They are seeing vellus hairs and have added weekly microneedling to their routine.
The user experienced significant hair thickening after switching from three years of topical Minoxidil and keto shampoo to three months of topical finasteride and derma stamping. They also noted that they're using less than the recommended amount of finasteride, but still seeing great results.
The trichologist avoids recommending Minoxidil, focusing instead on changing medications monthly for seborrheic dermatitis, resulting in only slight improvement in hair quality and loss. The user is considering starting Minoxidil independently due to slow progress and personal distress.
Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A 12-year-old diagnosed with alopecia shares their experience and current treatments, including Dermovate, an unnamed cream, and liquid iron. The community offers support and encouragement.
The user shared their 12-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They also used a derma stamp weekly and treated seborrheic dermatitis with Mometasone and Nizoral.
The dermatologist diagnosed androgenic alopecia and prescribed minoxidil and a shampoo for dandruff, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. The user questions the dermatologist's approach and considers seeking a second opinion due to concerns about the lack of a physical scalp check initially.
A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.
The user shared two-month results using a topical spray with 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, showing improvement in hair loss. The user also mentioned using hair fibers previously and dermastamping inconsistently.
A user suggests making a potent sulforaphane topical to degrade DHT and promote hair growth. Another user notes that sulforaphane's low molecular weight might also lower systemic DHT.
Gut microbiome imbalances can cause scalp inflammation and affect hair follicles, potentially leading to hair loss. Treatments include finasteride, peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, KPV, and lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.