A little over two years on Dut
    Finasteride/Dutasteride 10/11/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Microneedling →

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg once a day over two years
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) twice daily started recently
    dermarolling every two weeks
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some growth results.

    Other terms

    A 23-year-old male has been using Dutasteride for over two years to address hair thinning, with some success in temple regrowth but continued thinning on top. He is considering adding Minoxidil to his routine and is contemplating lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and drinking to improve hair density.
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