The conversation is about dealing with hairloss, with the original poster deciding to start using topical finasteride and minoxidil after unsuccessful PRP and Regenera treatments. Others share their experiences with hairloss, treatments, and the importance of finasteride to prevent further hairloss.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hairloss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.
A user is concerned about hairloss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.
A user shared their 5-year journey with hairloss, detailing treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, plasma therapy, and mesotherapy. They initially avoided finasteride but later started using it due to dissatisfaction with minoxidil alone.
A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hairloss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.
The user is experiencing severe hair shedding while on finasteride and plans to start using ketoconazole shampoo to address a greasy, waxy scalp buildup. They are seeking additional advice for managing hairloss.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding, particularly from the back of his head, despite normal blood test results except for slightly low vitamin D. A dermatologist prescribed minoxidil for receding temples, but the cause of the shedding remains unclear.
The conversation discusses the idea that ejaculation and oxytocin might cause hairloss. It mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user has been dealing with hairloss since middle school and has tried various treatments like mesotherapy, PRP, and red light therapy without success. Currently, they use minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride but are considering a hair transplant due to limited improvement.
Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hairloss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.
A 22-year-old experienced significant hairloss 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.
The user is struggling with hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.
A user shared their 100-day progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hairloss, noting no side effects but uncertain results. Others suggested continuing the treatment for a year, possibly adding oral minoxidil, and considering a hair transplant for better results.
Stress can lead to hairloss by affecting hair-follicle stem cells, and this loss is harder to recover from if one has male pattern baldness (MPB). Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to address hairloss, but stress-relatedhairloss differs from androgenic alopecia.
A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hairloss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.
Hairloss affects mental health and self-esteem, causing anxiety and depression. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants help some, but others continue to struggle.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. They are contemplating a hair transplant but worry about their age and future hairloss.
Diffuse hairloss is often linked to genetics but can also be due to health issues like thyroid problems and low vitamin or iron levels. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some seeing improvements after addressing health issues.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically mentioning Spiro, Min, Fin, and RU. It highlights that Spiro is generally for women and can affect men's hormonal balance.
The conversation discusses the use of trichoscopy to predict hairloss patterns and inform treatment approaches. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with varying effectiveness based on gender-specific hairloss patterns.
A 42-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using a topical treatment of finasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil, noticing increased hair density and reduced hairloss over a year. He plans to switch to oral finasteride and continue using topical minoxidil, with a dermatologist's guidance.
Stefano, a 20-year-old male, experienced significant hairline shedding and thinning after using topical Minoxidil, along with rosemary/jojoba oil, biotin tablets, caffeine shampoo, and a dermaroller. He is uncertain whether to continue the treatment in hopes of regrowth or stop and potentially return to his original hair condition, while a reply suggests using finasteride or dutasteride to address the underlying cause of hairloss.
A 25-year-old noticed thinning hair at the temples and started using finasteride (1mg/day) for two months, along with keto shampoo twice a week and vitamins like vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. They are seeing some results and are hopeful about regaining lost hair.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for years without effect and recently added pyril 1%, resulting in significant hair shedding. Shedding 100 hairs a day is considered normal, and it's suggested to evaluate the treatment plan in six months.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, with users sharing experiences and opinions on finasteride, minoxidil, and other methods. Many recommend finasteride for its effectiveness, while others express concerns about side effects and emphasize the importance of acting quickly to address hairloss.