User shared 126-day progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Microneedling for hair loss. Others discussed microneedling depth, results timeline, frontal coverage, and switching to Dutasteride.
The user cannot tolerate oral finasteride and is considering topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and RU58841 as alternative treatments for hair loss. They seek advice on whether these options are worth trying.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, referencing a "Smiling Friends" episode. It includes jokes about hair loss, AI-generated images, and the show's satire on societal perceptions of baldness.
The conversation discusses alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, including topical treatments like minoxidil, RU58841, CB-03-01, and dutasteride. Users also mention other options like alfatradiol, topical caffeine, and mesotherapy, while expressing concerns about side effects and the effectiveness of these treatments.
User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.
The user reports thicker hair and new growth in the temple area after three months of treatment with oral finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. There is confusion about the order of before-and-after photos, but the most recent photo shows improvement.
The user added 0.5mg dutasteride to their regimen of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced rapid hairline recession despite reduced hair fall. Suggestions included increasing the dutasteride dosage to 1mg daily to better suppress DHT and potentially adding oral minoxidil.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, noting minoxidil's toxicity to cats. It jokes about a lion needing hair restoration, with references to hair transplants in Turkey.
The conversation discusses patient updates on hair loss treatment with Verteporfin after five months, as reported by Dr. Blake Bloxham. Patients voluntarily sent their progress pictures to Dr. Bloxham.
The conversation discusses a 13-month hair loss treatment update using dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and a 1.5mm derma roller, with the original poster reporting no side effects and some improvement in hair thickness. Participants request before-and-after pictures with consistent hairstyles to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
A user shared their positive 4.5-month hair regrowth experience using Minoxidil, finasteride, a caffeine shampoo with rosemary oil, a dermaroller with Nizoral, and pumpkin seed oil capsules. They started treatment due to accelerated hair loss and are now seeing no hair fall during shampooing.
The conversation is about a user expressing concerns over the safety of a new drug called Pyrilutamide (also known as KX-826) for hair loss. The user will only trust the drug if it's permitted by EU regulations and sold by a reputable company.
A 19-year-old is experiencing crown thinning after three months on finasteride and minoxidil, hoping it's just a shedding phase. They also use a dermaroller weekly and seek hair regrowth and stabilization.
A female user is experiencing hair loss from the root and dead ends, likely due to post-partum effects, ankylosing spondylitis, and low iron. She seeks advice on improving hair health before going fully blonde.
Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.
A user is considering combining oral and topical dutasteride to lower scalp DHT more effectively and is seeking advice on this approach. They are thinking about doing a patch test on their mid scalp.
The post is a 1-year update on hair loss progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride treatments. The user has seen good progress, especially in transitioning from a Norwood 3 to a Norwood 2 hair loss pattern.
The user has been using a combination of oral and topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, and microneedling for hair loss treatment. They report improvement in hair thickness except for the crown area, which has not changed.
Hair loss progress discussed with 4.5 months on topical fin (0.025% liposomal). User uses rosemary oil for scalp health, and others think there might be some thickening or maintenance.
User shared 4.5-month hair loss treatment results using Fin, Minoxidil, and microneedling. Others discussed postponing hair transplant and adjusting microneedling depth.
A 33-year-old with long hair is experiencing hair loss and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil or dutasteride and minoxidil. They are seeking advice on which treatment to choose and where to purchase it in North America.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and RU58841, with visible baby hairs appearing after two months. One user questions the choice of RU58841 over finasteride.
A woman experiencing hair loss due to high testosterone and low vitamin D is using treatments like Dutasteride, Rogaine, zinc, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamp, iRestore, multivitamins, scalp massager, and vitamin D. She plans to switch to oral Minoxidil under medical supervision.
The user noticed tiny black hairs after using 5% topical minoxidil for 1.5 months and is unsure if it's due to the treatment. Another user suggests continuing minoxidil for at least 6 months and mentions that combining it with tretinoin and finasteride may improve results.
The conversation discusses the effects of using Tongkat ali and dioscorea to raise DHT levels, leading to increased body hair growth and an itchy scalp, without causing hair loss. The discussion also debates the role of DHT in male characteristics and its impact on sexual function, with differing opinions on its importance and effects.
The conversation is about using melatonin for hair loss treatment, questioning whether to mix oral melatonin with minoxidil or to apply a melatonin tincture directly to the scalp.
A user reported losing 150-250 hairs daily after 9 months on dutasteride, despite previously stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil. Blood tests showed high DHT levels, and the user is unsure if they should continue the current treatment.
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 person experienced hair loss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and returned to finasteride, adding oral minoxidil. Dutasteride may increase scalp testosterone, worsening hair loss for some individuals.
The user has been using a hair solution with 0.3% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, along with microneedling, but is experiencing more thinning on one side. Suggestions include checking application techniques and ensuring microneedling is not overdone.