30M - Should I Get a Crown Hair Transplant? 2/16/2026
A 30-year-old man is considering a crown hair transplant after experiencing thinning since 2022, despite using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Opinions vary, with some suggesting additional treatments or lifestyle changes, while others recommend waiting or focusing on maintaining current treatments.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity 5 year progress on fin/dut and topical/oral minoxidil
The user shared their 5-year hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, and a hair transplant. They experienced significant hair improvement without major side effects, although RU58841 was not effective for them.
community Dutasteride is not maintaining my hair. What are some other good options?
The user is experiencing diffuse hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride and is considering adding minoxidil, microneedling, or RU58841. They are also thinking about increasing the dutasteride dose or opting for a hair transplant, while being cautious about side effects.
community Diffuse thinner with hair transplant no longer an option. Any other viable treatments I can add to my regimen?
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The user has been using various hair loss treatments for four years, including topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, and RU58841, along with microneedling. They report some improvement in hair density but are considering additional options like a hair transplant to fill in the crown.
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