A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.
Take 1mg finasteride daily as the standard approach; adjust only if side effects occur. Many users experiment unnecessarily with doses and methods, complicating treatment.
The conversation discusses creating a topical catalase solution with phosphate buffered saline, glycerin, and polysorbate 20 for hair loss treatment. The user seeks advice on preparing this solution.
The user has been using Minoxidil and finasteride with success and is now trying Dualgen-5R with retinoic acid but without finasteride, along with microneedling. They plan to share results in 5-6 months.
The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.
The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitamin D, a multivitamin, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto.
A user shared their 16-month progress using a minoxidil and finasteride spray combo, showing significant hair regrowth. The discussion includes praise for the results, questions about treatment specifics, and debates on the effectiveness of topical versus oral finasteride.
A user on finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamp, and Nizoral is seeing baby hairs and asks if it's regrowth. Another user confirms it is regrowth and encourages them to continue.
A 23-year-old user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using 1.25 mg finasteride, 2x daily topical minoxidil, weekly derma stamping, and occasional Nizoral and mixed topical for dandruff. They report reduced shedding and seek advice on when to confidently grow out their hair.
A 21-year-old shares their one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, experiencing initial shedding but eventual regrowth, especially on the crown. They consider switching to dutasteride due to continued hair loss at the front temple and mid-scalp areas.
A user shared a 6-month hair loss progress update using a topical solution containing finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin. They experienced no side effects and found applying the solution with a q-tip more effective than spraying.
A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using castor oil and rosemary oil twice a week for two months. They are concerned whether this is normal or if the castor oil's thickness is causing hair loss.
A user's experience with the hair loss treatment Pyrilutamide KX-826, which has resulted in some side effects and shedding. The conversation also includes advice for baseline pictures and trying treatments for at least 6 months.
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
The post is about a user's progress pictures of their hair loss over a span of 4.5 years. They did not use finasteride or minoxidil for their hair loss treatment.
Finasteride can reduce DHT in the genitalia, potentially causing side effects like reduced erections and penile fibrosis. Using PDE5 inhibitors like Tadalafil or Sildenafil may help maintain penile health and prevent fibrosis.
A user experienced hair loss after taking chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements but stopped shedding after discontinuing them. They noticed thinning around the temples and started dermarolling.
The user experienced improved hair growth using Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1.25mg once daily, weekly dermarolling, supplements, and occasional ketoconazole shampoo for 5.5 months, but noticed hair shedding again after switching types of Minoxidil. Despite returning to the original Minoxidil, the user's hair condition worsened and shedding continued.
Hair loss may be linked to blood flow and inflammation, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and quercetin being discussed. The conversation also mentions the role of 5AR enzyme distribution in hair follicles.
A user shared progress pictures after one year of using minoxidil with no side effects, asking about their collagen. Another user commented on the genetic aspect of hair loss.
The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.
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.
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.
A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss for three years due to a vitamin D deficiency and has seen no improvement after 3.5 months of taking supplements. Another person suggested that if the hair loss follows a pattern, it might be regular baldness rather than due to the deficiency.
The user stopped using finasteride and tried turmeric, ginger, and perilla extract to reduce hair shedding, noticing a significant decrease in hair loss. They experienced side effects like rashes and easy bleeding from perilla extract and softer feet, possibly from turmeric.
Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil twice daily and 1.25 mg oral finasteride for hair thinning at the temples. They are considering switching to once-daily minoxidil due to scalp flakiness and future time constraints.
A user shares progress on hair thickening using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and dermastamping. Another user notes slow but ongoing improvement with a similar treatment routine.