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480-510 / 1000+ resultscommunity 3 month(ish) update using topical minoxidil and once a week derma-stamping. May add ketoconazole shampoo
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of topical minoxidil and derma-stamping, with suggestions to add finasteride or dutasteride for better long-term results. Ketoconazole shampoo is also considered for scalp health.
community What kind of tretinoin should i get?
Start with 0.025% tretinoin to enhance minoxidil effectiveness, gradually increasing to 0.05% to avoid scalp irritation. Users experienced redness, inflammation, and dandruff when introducing tretinoin too quickly.
community Is hair thinning or loss associated with pain?
Hair thinning/loss associated with burning scalp pain. Finasteride helped relieve "DHT itch" for one person.
community Minoxidil + Tretinoin if you suspect you have low sulfotransferase enzyme activity
Minoxidil may not be effective due to low sulfotransferase activity, and the user considers adding tretinoin to the regimen. They are unsure about the timing and combination with microneedling.
community 58M: Nizoral Stopped Working for Scalp Itching, Alternatives?
A 58-year-old uses finasteride for hair loss and has tried various shampoos, finding Equate T-gel effective for controlling itching. Nizoral was previously effective but no longer works, and DermaKB hasn't been used long enough to assess its effectiveness.
community dht becoming active since the scalp is tight en cause inflammation
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.
community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride
Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.
community I don’t get it - I keep shedding hair even 2 years into fin
OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.
community Liquid Minoxidil gave me seb derm on my eyebrows — will it mess up my scalp too if I use it on my temples?
Liquid minoxidil caused mild seborrheic dermatitis on the user's eyebrows, likely due to propylene glycol. The user is considering switching to foam or oral minoxidil to avoid irritation on the scalp/temples.
community Scalp redness and in that spot having thinning hair?
The user noticed increased hair thinning and scalp redness on one side of their temple. They are seeking advice on what this could be and how to address it.
community Shedding a lot (including smaller hairs) while on topical min and dut
The user has been using topical minoxidil and dutasteride but is experiencing significant hair shedding, including smaller hairs. They are concerned if this shedding indicates the treatment is working.
community Adding dut with fin to stop dht itch
A user is seeking advice on adding dutasteride to their finasteride regimen to stop DHT-related scalp itch. They have tried selenium sulfide and ketoconazole shampoos with temporary success.
community could Tretinoin alone cause regrowth?
The user has maintained their hairline with finasteride for 5 years and saw no results from minoxidil. They are inquiring if tretinoin alone can cause hair regrowth.
community starting my fin, topical min, keto shampoo + dermaroller journey today
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.
community Starting My Topical Finasteride Journey (Diffuse Patterned Alopecia) (Pictures in Comments)
A user is starting a topical finasteride treatment for diffuse patterned alopecia, having previously used minoxidil without success. They are cautious about side effects and have chosen topical over oral finasteride, while also using Nizoral and biotin in their routine.
community 10 Months of Nuclear Stack [Dut, Min, Keto + Estradiol & Spironolactone (MtF HRT)] -- Does it need more time or does it need a transplant?
The post discusses using a combination of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, Estradiol, and Spironolactone for hair regrowth. Users suggest it needs more time and possibly a transplant, with some sharing personal experiences and side effects of similar treatments.
community Toppik Hair Fibers as Temporary Solution During Shedding Recovery Phase
The user experienced hair regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil but faced shedding after stopping the treatment. They resumed the treatment and used Toppik hair fibers to mask hair thinning during the shedding phase.
community Noticed a form of hairloss at 15 (for a few months now)
A 15-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering treatment options. They are aware they cannot use DHT blockers like finasteride due to their age and are exploring other causes like Telogen Effluvium.
community TH07 by Triple Hair entering phase III trial
A new topical treatment, TH07, combining finasteride, latanoprost, and minoxidil, is entering phase III trials with promising early results. Some users express skepticism, noting the treatment uses existing products.
community Temporary alternative to finasteride?
A 23-year-old male plans to temporarily stop finasteride to donate plasma for financial reasons and seeks alternative hair loss treatments like minoxidil, ketoconazole, or RU58841 during this period. He is open to suggestions to prevent further hair loss until he can resume finasteride.
community 23M Seeking Feedback on Topical Fina/ TRT Combo for Rapid Hair Loss
A 23-year-old male is experiencing rapid hair loss and was prescribed a topical treatment of finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) by a dermatologist. He seeks opinions on the effectiveness of this treatment and its cost, as well as alternative options.
community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.
A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.
community Feels like it’s working. Diffused thinning. 1 month of topical .3% fin and .6% min, .025% tret, and weekly microneedling
A 43-year-old from Thailand shares progress after 1 month using topical finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin cream, and weekly microneedling for diffused thinning. Users compliment his appearance and suggest he doesn't need treatment.
community 30, Dut, Min, Keto - now + needling + RU/Min/Fin/Dut topical
Hair loss treatment progress with Dut, Min, Keto, needling, and RU/Min/Fin/Dut topical. User noticed improvement, believes RU and needling most effective.
community Another transplant or SMP? (Not balding)
The user is considering another hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for a congenital bald spot, but previous transplants were less effective due to scar tissue. Suggestions include using hair fibers, changing hairstyles, or doing nothing, as the spot is not very noticeable.
community Struggling with Oral Minoxidil & Eczema Despite Treatments Since 2020
The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss, along with supplements like arginine and collagen, but has seen no improvement. They also suffer from chronic eczema, which may contribute to hair loss, but it is considered reversible.
community Hair shed after adding tretinoin with topical minoxydil
Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.
community Dutasteride Destroying Hairline vs Just Shedding — 3 week pictures with rapid temple recession
A user's experience with Dutasteride causing rapid hair loss and temple recession over 3 weeks, with other users offering advice about the potential causes of this.
community Turkey Transplant after 8 months. Transplant day vs. Present
The conversation is about someone's hair transplant progress after 8 months, questioning if results will improve. They use topical minoxidil and finasteride, a dermapen, vitamins for hair, and aminexil shampoo, and sometimes do scalp massages.