The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users joke about side effects and exaggerated results.
A user shared their experience with finasteride, reporting severe side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen, which improved after stopping the medication. They emphasized the risks of finasteride and decided not to resume its use despite hair loss stabilization.
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, considering adding oral minoxidil. They are unsure if the condition is androgenetic alopecia (AGA) or telogen effluvium (TE) and are advised to continue treatments and get a blood test.
Topical finasteride and minoxidil are not effective for the user, who is considering switching to oral treatments like finasteride or dutasteride. Many suggest oral medications are more effective, and some recommend additional treatments like microneedling and other topical solutions.
The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.
Dutasteride isn't effectively reducing DHT levels, prompting a switch back to finasteride. The user questions the reliability of their DHT test results due to hair loss concerns.
The conversation discusses a user's experiment of "burning the scalp" to treat hair loss, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some suggest returning to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while others note slight improvements in hair density.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 7 months, seeing thicker hair but no temple regrowth, and is considering switching to dutasteride. Another person suggested trying microneedling on the temples before changing medications.
User started Finasteride for hair loss and uses Toppik to cover bald spots. They wonder if Toppik's keratin fibers will block follicles and affect hair regrowth.
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and verteporfin procedures. They reported some regrowth after 6-9 months of treatment.
A user is making a homemade topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in ethanol and PG. They are unsure if the final solution maintains the intended concentration after filtering and are considering adding more ethanol to ensure accuracy.
The conversation is about using finasteride for hair loss and considering supplements like ginseng or ashwagandha to boost testosterone levels. Concerns are raised about potential negative effects on hair due to increased DHT conversion, and it's suggested that natural testosterone boosters may not significantly impact those with already high testosterone levels.
A hair tattoo substitute for a hair transplant, which many people felt was not a good idea. Several treatments were suggested as alternatives, such as Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) and wigs.
Pelage secured $120 million for PP405, a non-hormonal topical hair loss treatment, sparking debate on its potential as a breakthrough. Concerns about finasteride's side effects persist, with some suggesting alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair thickening after 3 months of using a topical treatment of 0.3/6% finasteride/minoxidil. They also maintained their hair health with 1% Nizoral twice a week and dermastamping every 1.5-2 weeks.
A user shared their 1-year hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, dermastamping, and keto shampoo. They reported significant improvement, looking younger, and feeling happier with their hair.
User used sublingual minoxidil for 5 months and saw progress. Also used topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, tretinoin, and reduced oral finasteride dose.
SCUBE3 and Amplifica's progress in hair loss treatment is being discussed, with inquiries about their current status and clinical trials. No specific updates or new information are provided in the conversation.
The user used finasteride but stopped due to side effects, then used topical minoxidil for 13 months, and later added KX826/pyrilutamide for 8 months. They experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide and use minoxidil and KX826 once daily.
The conversation discusses using liquid cetirizine as a topical treatment for hair loss. It mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as other treatments.
The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.
The user is considering using Minoxidil and Tretinoin to manage hair loss while waiting for Breezula/PP405, as they cannot tolerate dutasteride or finasteride. They hope these treatments will help retain hair despite ongoing loss.
User phoenixblue asked about hair fiber products like Toppik and if they cause hair loss by clogging pores. Replies suggested that Toppik is safe, but effectiveness varies; some users experienced no hair loss, while others had issues with color or sweating.
The user is experiencing increased hair loss and was diagnosed with male pattern baldness. They are considering using oral or topical finasteride to manage the condition and are contemplating cutting their hair short.
A 49-year-old is updating on hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil foam, tretinoin cream, and ketoconazole shampoo. They report thicker, darker hair and reduced scalp itch after switching to minoxidil foam.
Treatments for hair loss, such as minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841; humorous posts about hair loss; and the choice to stop using treatments in exchange for a different look.
The user shared their 4.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral dutasteride, along with biotin, vitamin D, saw palmetto, and multivitamins. They use a combination of finasteride and dutasteride weekly, with micro-stamping, to address hair loss.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 4 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with dermastamping and biotin supplements, without side effects. They are not considering a hair transplant due to the success of this regimen.
Breezula shows promising hair growth results, with up to 539% increase in hair count compared to placebo, and regulatory submissions are planned in the US and EU. Users are cautiously optimistic, noting the potential for Breezula to replace finasteride by targeting DHT without systemic effects.
Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.