1+ year oral dut and oral min. 2023 → 2025. No regrowth or stability, loss continues. I'm completely cooked and demoralized.
    Progress Pictures 3/15/2025

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg daily 1 year 11 days
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 5mg daily 1 year 2 months
    💧 Microneedling (topical) monthly
    the tone is 😞 negative with no regrowth or stability results.

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    The user has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for over a year without regrowth or stability, and hair loss continues. Suggestions include checking for inflammation, considering a scalp biopsy, and trying microneedling, topical anti-androgens, or a hair transplant.
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