A woman experienced significant hair loss due to medication, hair coloring, and heatdamage, leading her to shave her head and feel distressed. She is considering using wigs and possibly oral minoxidil to manage the situation while her hair regrows.
Taking topical minoxidil orally for hair loss treatment, discussing safety, dosing, side effects, and FAQs. Users express concerns about safety and potential heartdamage, while others share experiences and results.
The conversation discusses transitioning from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment and explores the potential use of Aminexil, despite concerns about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. It highlights the risks and side effects of oral minoxidil, such as potential heart and liver damage, and emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure.
The user has been using finasteride successfully to stop hair shedding and is considering using topical minoxidil for regrowth but is concerned about being a non-responder and potential negative effects. They are cautious about using oral minoxidil due to past heart issues and are exploring other methods like tretinoin cream and dermarolling, though they worry about possible skin damage.
Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.