community Trichosol, polyethylene glycol, and DMSO
The user experiences irritation from alcohols in minoxidil and is considering alternatives like trichosol mixed with polyethylene glycol or DMSO. They seek advice on the best nonirritating option.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity 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 How to Add Tretinoin to 2 in 1 combo ?
A user wants to add tretinoin to their nightly minoxidil and finasteride combo to increase effectiveness. They seek advice on how to mix tretinoin with the existing treatment.
community Topical Melatonin: People in the UK how do you source it and has it worked for Retrograde Alopecia?
The conversation is about sourcing and using topical melatonin for retrograde alopecia. Users discuss purchasing options and potential benefits for hair growth.
community Regrowth after 9 months of DHT blockers, and 6 months of HRT
A 20-year-old saw significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using DHT blockers (finasteride and dutasteride) and 6 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estradiol. The regrowth is attributed to low testosterone and high estradiol levels, without using Minoxidil.
community These are my blood tests and im on fin 0.625mg MWF
A user is concerned about low testosterone while using finasteride 0.625mg MWF and considers ashwagandha for stress. Others suggest exercise, magnesium, and not worrying about testosterone levels if no significant side effects are felt.
community Understanding the Hair Transplant Timeline — A Medical Perspective
Hair transplantation involves a detailed consultation, preparation, and a long-term recovery process with stages like initial shedding and gradual new hair growth over months. Setting realistic expectations is crucial for patient satisfaction.
community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?
The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.
community 249 Days In - Planning to do a transplant early next year
The user is using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, Nutrafol, Revita shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma roller for hair regrowth. They plan to get a hair transplant next year.
community 1.5 years topical minox 0.5 ml twice (just temples) + 0.5 mg oral finasteride daily.
The user experienced hair regrowth and improved hair quality using topical minoxidil on temples and oral finasteride daily. They also noted thicker eyebrows and some side effects like minor erectile dysfunction.