Finasteride is being used by a 17-year-old concerned about its impact on height while still growing. The user has been balding since age 13 and was recently diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia.
User experienced hair growth with finasteride and minoxidil, but after using tretinoin, faced aggressive thinning and hair loss. They plan to stop tretinoin for two months to see if the problem improves.
A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing side effects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.
Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.
The user is considering a hair transplant and is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, antiandrogens, ketoconazole shampoo, and serenoa repens. They are deciding between surgeons Dogan Turan and Bruno Pinto, and are concerned about the technique and potential complications due to diffuse hair loss.
Using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 to treat hair loss. Participants discussed the time commitment required for treatment and the effectiveness of different dosages.
An 18-year-old is using a high-dose treatment for hair loss, including 2.5 mg dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and injectable GHK-Cu, despite minimal hair loss. Many users suggest reducing the dutasteride dose due to potential side effects and recommend starting with finasteride instead.
A user shared their 20-week progress using topical minoxidil (5%) and finasteride (0.1%) with a 1mm dermastamp, showing significant hair regrowth from NW5 to between NW3V and NW4. They experienced no side effects and plan to update at 12 months.
The conversation discusses positive initial trial results for GT20029, a topical compound for hair loss that degrades androgen receptors, potentially requiring only weekly application. Participants express hope for this treatment to be more effective and convenient than current options like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
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.
A 42-year-old user shared positive results from using oral and topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and weekly dermarolling for hair regrowth over three months. The community responded positively, noting significant progress and discussing treatment details and concerns.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and oral dutasteride, expressing gratitude for the support received. The conversation includes congratulations and encouragement from others.
User shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling, noting significant shedding but positive results. They plan to continue and may add finasteride.
The user experienced initial improvement in hair loss with oral finasteride and minoxidil but later faced increased shedding and thinning. They switched to dutasteride, hoping for better results, while continuing topical minoxidil.
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.
User shared progress pictures after 4 years of using Minoxidil and Finasteride, and 1 year of dermarolling. They seek advice on additional treatments to improve hair loss results.
Scalp massaging for hair loss hasn't shown significant changes yet, but the scalp is more flexible. Combining treatments like minoxidil, tretinoin, dutasteride, inversion, microneedling, and a good diet might enhance results.
The user shared their 5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling for hair loss. They expressed pride in their results, receiving positive feedback from others.
Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.
A 23-year-old has been using minoxidil, finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, a multivitamin, and microneedling to address hair loss, noticing baby hairs and a fuller frontal hairline but concerns about a thin right temple. They are considering adding rosemary oil and switching to a 1.5 mm dermastamp for further improvement.
User is excited about hair regrowth progress after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and biotin. Initial side effects included chest tightness and faster heartbeat, but none persist.
A 15-year-old experiencing hair loss and anxiety is using minoxidil and microneedling but is advised against starting finasteride or dutasteride due to age. The discussion emphasizes consulting a doctor, considering hormonal evaluations, and exploring non-medication coping strategies.
The conversation is about a user sharing their 3-month progress with finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling for hair loss. Some suggest buzzing the hair off to better apply treatments and consider a hair transplant in the future.
The user is using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue this treatment or opt for a hair transplant for their temples.
The user experienced subtle hair growth improvements using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil over nearly three years, with notable progress at the temples. The front hairline shows quicker regrowth cycles, but the vertex and crown remain unchanged.
Minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and microneedling are commonly used for temple regrowth, with varying results and timelines. Consistency and patience are emphasized, with some users seeing progress after several years.
User discusses tight scalp causing hair loss and suggests treatments like scalp massages, PRP, saw palmetto, and eucapil. They share their experience with saw palmetto and eucapil and consider adding PRP and scalp massages for better results.
A user shared their 4-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and derma rolling for hair loss. They reported positive results and expressed gratitude for the treatment.