User shared progress pictures of hair regrowth on the crown/vertex after a transplant and using finasteride, Minoxidil foam, and a dermapen. They hope to fully regrow or increase density in the crown area.
Tiny blond hairs on the vertex may indicate early hair regrowth from using dutasteride and minoxidil. Consistent treatment is advised, with potential for thicker hair over time, but a hair transplant might be needed for significant results.
A 34-year-old man experienced hairloss during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully treated it using minoxidil, reducing shampoo use, and taking fenugreek. He saw significant improvement within a few months and no longer appears bald.
Hairloss treatments, particularly using finasteride and minoxidil. The user has experienced positive results from taking finasteride with no side effects and suggests listening to the podcast of Spencer Kobren for more information on such treatments.
Oral minoxidil boosted vertexhair but not the hairline, with a stack including 5mg minoxidil, 2mg dutasteride, topical foam minoxidil, fluridil, and Nizoral. Users discuss dosing strategies, with some suggesting 2.5mg twice daily for sustained levels, while others recommend 5mg once daily based on clinical trials.
The user is experiencing hairloss and has tried various treatments including topical and oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole, but continues to lose hair. They are considering alternative solutions like hair systems due to the lack of improvement and a scalp condition called CVG.
A 25-year-old male experienced significant hairloss due to telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia. He began using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, seeing some regrowth but remains worried about hair density.
The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.
A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatment using finasteride, with the user noting improvements in hair density but a recent decrease in vertex density. Suggestions include adding minoxidil, but the user avoids it due to its toxicity to cats and considers oral minoxidil instead.
DIY topical finasteride mixed with minoxidil is used due to the unavailability of pharmacy-grade options in Sweden. The user reports positive results after three months, with improved hair growth at the temples and vertex.
Spraying pyrilutamide on the crown area shows noticeable improvement compared to using a dropper. Applying directly to the vertex is challenging without wasting the product.
A user shared their four-year experience using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil once daily for aggressive early hairloss, maintaining their hairline and regrowing hair on the vertex. They've experienced positive social feedback and increased confidence but also deal with dry eyes from dutasteride and worry about its long-term effects and cost.
The user is experiencing a strange hairlosspattern despite using dutasteride for 3 years and minoxidil with tretinoin for 1.5 years. They recently added microneedling and are considering a scalp biopsy to understand the cause.
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.
A 21-year-old with accelerated hairloss due to stress and weight loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to combat balding, despite experiencing a significant initial hair shed. They are committed to continuing treatment for at least three months and are considering switching to topical finasteride if necessary.
A 23-year-old male experienced sudden hairloss over six months, losing about 30% of his hair. Treatments include 10% minoxidil, a hair spray, and a vitamin pill; opinions on the cause vary between normal hairloss due to deficiencies and male pattern baldness.
The user is experiencing hairline thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil (solution and foam), dermastamping, and tretinoin. They suspect minoxidil or tretinoin might be causing the issue but are unsure.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hairloss, particularly fuzzy hair in the front, and is concerned about male pattern baldness. Treatments mentioned include Propecia (finasteride), minoxidil, PRP treatments, dermarolling, peppermint oil, and apple cider vinegar.
The conversation discusses hairloss and hairstyles for balding men, with some users suggesting treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dutasteride. The focus is on embracing unique hairstyles instead of shaving, with mixed opinions on their appeal.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hairloss. Other suggestions include using hairloss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.
The user is experiencing severe hairloss and color change despite low testosterone levels and healthy lifestyle changes. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo and consulted a dermatologist, who found no scalp issues but suggested using Toppik for coverage.
A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hairloss.
A 26-year-old male with a family history of early baldness documents his hairloss journey, using finasteride, dutasteride, and Nizoral, along with lifestyle changes like weightlifting and a vertical diet. Despite some stabilization, he continues to experience thinning and remains determined to fight hairloss.
A young individual experienced early hairloss and tried various treatments including Minoxidil, RU58841, micro-needling, and topical finasteride, which stopped the hairloss but did not regrow hair. Ultimately, they found a solution in a hair system, which restored their confidence and allowed them to participate in social activities again.
A dental technician claims malocclusion causes patternhairloss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.
A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hairloss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.
A 22-year-old is experiencing diffuse hair thinning all over the head, losing about 300 long hairs daily, despite having good genetics and vitamin levels. They are seeking advice on whether this pattern is normal and considering consulting a dermatologist.
The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male patternhairloss, which are missing from the plan.
User "tresslessatbest" shares her experience with androgenic hairloss and treatments. She found success using men's Rogaine 5%, spironolactone, dermaroller, biotin, blackcurrant seed oil, prenatal vitamins, and Nizoral shampoo.