A user diagnosed with Crohn's disease is concerned it might contribute to balding. They have been using keto shampoo, finasteride, and oral minoxidil, which improved their hair but not significantly.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for hairloss but is not seeing much regrowth. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil with dutasteride, and some users believe the hair looks better in recent pictures.
Someone who is starting to experience hairloss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.
The conversation is about a person struggling with inconsistent hair styling due to thinning hair, despite being on hairloss medications. They find that ketoconazole 2% shampoo helps, but conditioning makes their hair look worse; others suggest staying consistent with treatment and using hair fibers for events.
A 24-year-old is struggling with severe depression and anxiety due to hairloss, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years. They are advised to consider shaving their head, exploring wigs or hair systems, and focusing on other aspects of life like health, relationships, and career.
GT20029, a new hairloss treatment, shows promising results but only a slight improvement over placebo. People are cautiously optimistic, discussing its potential and combining it with existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
A user has been losing hair for two and a half years after a tropical trip and illness. A dermatologist prescribed betamethasone valerate 0.1% lotion, but the user is unsure if it's safe or effective for general hairloss.
A 29-year-old is experiencing hairline loss and has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two months, considering adding RU58841. They are advised to get a blood test for deficiencies and to style their hair instead of frequent haircuts.
The user stabilized hairloss with oral finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, and underwent a stem cell and PRP procedure. Recent increased hair shedding may be due to restarting dermarolling, affecting minoxidil absorption, or the waning effects of the stem cell treatment.
The user is experiencing stage 2 hairloss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hairloss isn't a family trait.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, which improved their hair from a diffuse NW3 to a solid NW2 - 2.5. They noticed significant changes in how people treated them after regrowing their hair, suggesting that attractiveness can greatly impact social interactions and opportunities.
The user is experiencing hairloss despite using finasteride and Rogaine, with conflicting diagnoses from different hospitals. One suggests no hairloss, while another recommends continuing medication; a suggestion to see a dermatologist for proper assessment is given.
A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hairloss.
An 18-year-old noticed significant hairline recession and is concerned about further hairloss. They plan to improve their lifestyle and are advised to use finasteride and minoxidil and consult a dermatologist.
The user is experiencing hair shedding despite starting finasteride 4 months ago, with no signs of miniaturization. They are seeking advice after normal blood tests and similar family experiences.
The user has been on finasteride for 8 years to treat hairloss and is experiencing obsessive thoughts about balding. They discuss the psychological impact of hairloss and the different ways people on hairloss forums cope, either by shaving their heads or seeking treatments.
Teenager with hairloss shares experience and encourages others to address their hairloss early. They use a stack of topical finasteride/minoxidil, derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment.
A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hairloss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.
The user is concerned about hairloss and is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is unsure about their effectiveness and side effects. They have experienced mixed reactions to shaving their head and are struggling with confidence due to balding.
The conversation discusses identifying permanent hairloss and includes treatments like microneedling and biotin vitamins. The user is unsure whether the reduction in wispy hairs is due to hair revitalization or loss.
The user is experiencing hairloss, possibly due to androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, and has tried ketoconazole shampoo without success. They are hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects and are seeking advice on managing their condition.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling, noting significant hair regrowth except at the hairline. They plan to start oral minoxidil and switch to a combination treatment, while another user mentioned that some miniaturized hairs may not fully recover.
An 18-year-old is concerned about potential balding and seeks advice. They are unsure if their hairline is a widow's peak or if they are experiencing hairloss.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hairloss and has tried Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, Biotin, Selenium, Zinc, and a shampoo with various ingredients but is still losing hair. They had side effects from topical finasteride and are considering RU58841 but are concerned about past heart issues.
Consult a doctor before starting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, as underlying issues like vitamin D deficiency can affect hairloss. While some believe androgenic alopecia is the most common cause, addressing all potential causes can lead to better results.
A 26-year-old man with diffuse alopecia is using electric scalp massage, dermastamp, and multivitamins for treatment but is intolerant to finasteride. A dermatologist recommended PRP and mesotherapy with exosomes and dutasteride.
Hairloss without a white bulb may indicate mechanical damage, anagen effluvium, alopecia areata, or traction alopecia. Seeking a specialist is recommended, but access can be difficult in smaller areas.
The person experienced worsening hairloss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are considering increasing dutasteride dosage, trying microneedling, RU58841, and oral minoxidil, and are advised to consult a trichologist.
User experiences slow hair regrowth despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, and collagen. They seek advice on addressing overall slow hair regrowth.
A 29-year-old male is considering treatments for hairloss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, or a hair transplant, and is concerned about potential hairloss due to military service. He is currently at Norwood 2 and has a family history of hairloss.