A 62-year-old woman with hairloss and scalp itching was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris, treated initially with topical corticosteroids, and other possible treatments include systemic steroids, antimalarials, and more.
The conversation discusses using herbal oils, scalp massage, and dietary changes for hairloss prevention, with some success in regrowing baby hairs. Treatments mentioned include peppermint oil, cinnamon oil, castor oil, and RU58841.
The user is happy with the results of using 1mg finasteride daily for three years, reporting stopped hairloss and mild regrowth without side effects. They avoid minoxidil due to concerns about application and potential risks, and they use 2% nizoral shampoo weekly.
An 18-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and is using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. He is concerned about continued shedding, mild sexual side effects, and whether to adjust his finasteride dosage.
Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hairloss or balding. Effective treatments for hairloss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.
Dutasteride mesotherapy in women with metabolic syndrome accelerated hairloss after initial regrowth, while women without metabolic syndrome saw continuous regrowth. The user with mild insulin resistance is hesitant to try topical dutasteride and seeks experiences from others with insulin resistance.