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180-210 / 1000+ resultscommunity Experiencing Itchy Scalp and Acne on Dutasteride and Minoxidil
The user is experiencing an itchy scalp and acne while using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering stopping minoxidil to see if symptoms improve and possibly switching to finasteride if needed.
community Is this regrowth or vellus hairs?
A user with long-term hair loss has been using topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole, and dermastamping for 8 months. They are unsure if the new hairs are miniaturized or vellus.
community Hydrocortisone cream
A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.
community Ru + glycerin making scalp greasy . help !!
The user is experiencing a greasy and dandruff-prone scalp from using RU58841 with glycerin and is seeking alternative carriers for seborrheic dermatitis. They are also using dutasteride 0.5mg.
community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)
Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.
community biotin leads to acne and sebum on scalp ??
User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.
community Derma Harmony Sulfur/salicylic acid soap bar shampoo, it caused major hair loss shedding and oily scalp with acne breakout
The Derma Harmony Sulfur/Salicylic acid soap bar shampoo caused significant hair shedding, oily scalp, and cystic acne. The user experienced better results with rosemary shampoo.
community Rare case: AGA recovery with vitamin D alone (case study)
Vitamin D deficiency can hinder hair recovery, and addressing it may help with hair loss. Hair loss may result from various issues like excess DHT, vitamin deficiency, or scalp inflammation.
community 17 M Hair loss, can Vitamin D and Seborrheic Dermatitis be the reasons?
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using Minoxidil once a day. They suspect Vitamin D deficiency and Seborrheic Dermatitis might be contributing factors.
community Eliminating scalp itch leads to regrowth (and my RU58841 progress)
User experienced hair regrowth after eliminating scalp itch with RU58841. Others discussed itch and hair loss connection, and effectiveness of combining RU58841 with 5AR inhibitors.
community ACV Shampoo Bar
The conversation discusses using an apple cider vinegar shampoo bar as an alternative to Nizoral 2% ketoconazole due to excessive shedding. Users also mention starting minoxidil and considering finasteride, while exploring natural shampoo options to reduce scalp irritation and hair loss.
community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
community Does anybody else got their hair ruined when on tretinoin?
The user experienced hair shedding and follicle shrinkage when using retinoic acid, despite trying different concentrations and frequencies. The hair loss persisted for six months but regrew after stopping the treatment.
community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants
Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.
community Dandruff and Topical Solutions
The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and retinoic acid, which causes scalp residue and dryness. They seek advice on removing residue and keeping the scalp moisturized.
community Using topical vitamin D, does it make sense?
Topical Calcipotriol (vitamin D derivative) may help with hair regrowth, especially for alopecia areata. The user wonders if adding classic vitamin D to lotions like Minoxidil could have a similar effect.
community 5 weeks Min + vit D/Zinc/biotin/collagen progress
community 75 Days 32M (Dut 0.5) Top Min 5% Twice / Day, Ketoconazole Shampoo 3 X Week, Vit D Inj 1 per month
The user "Venom7337" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the treatments they used: Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo. They hope to see further improvement in hair density and hairline.
community Alopecia Areata Question
A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.
community Help with hair loss due to Seborrheic Dermatitis
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
community Derminator2 causing scars (microscope images attached)
User experienced scarring from microneedling at fast speed and paused treatment for 3-4 weeks to recover. Advice given includes waiting a full month for recovery to avoid scars.
community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA
The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.
community Recent Scalp Itching and Redness, Using Tea Tree/Rosemary Oil, Advice?
The user is experiencing scalp irritation and hair thinning, possibly due to stress, with red patches on the face and dry skin. They are considering seeing a dermatologist and have used tea tree and rosemary oil.
community 2.5mg Dutasteride users did your itchy scalp disappeared?
High-dose Dutasteride slightly reduces scalp itch, but adding RU58841 eliminates it completely. Some users report reduced itchiness and oiliness with Dutasteride, while others find topical anti-androgens more effective.
community Turning vellus hairs into terminal hair
People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.
community Minoxidil formulation change has worsened my scalp flaking
community Feeling A LOT of stubble on my scalp (I'm a diffuse thinner). What does this mean?
A user with diffuse thinning noticed stubble-like hairs on their scalp after using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, castor oil, Vitamin D3, biotin, and iron supplements. They are unsure if this indicates regrowth or miniaturized hairs.
community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.
Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.
community DHT itch and sugar intake ! Anybody seen a link ?
Reducing sugar intake may lessen scalp itchiness associated with hair loss, even when using treatments like finasteride. Some users also report similar symptoms while on dutasteride.