Any positive responses for Diffuse Thinner with Retrograde using Fin/Min/Dut 4/4/2025
People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity 5 months dutasteride and minoxidil. Went from NW3 with diffuse thinning and retrograde alopecia to a dense NW2. See
A user achieved significant hair regrowth from Norwood 3 to a dense Norwood 2 after five months using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and a topical solution with minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. The user reported no side effects and found the topical treatment especially effective for the hairline.
community Is minoxidil a must for diffuse thinners. Would it be stupid not to uses minox all over the head if I'm a diffuse thinner?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. The user is considering adding minoxidil to their regimen after using finasteride and dutasteride without significant results, while others suggest minoxidil is essential for diffuse thinning.
community Anyone else only begin to experience diffuse thinning AFTER starting treatment?
Many users experienced increased diffuse thinning after starting finasteride, with some switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil in hopes of improvement. Thyroid issues and low ferritin levels were also discussed as potential factors affecting hair loss.
community 8 months fin, 1 year min, is it working or below baseline 20m, diffuse+retro/all over pattern. Switch to dutasteride?
The user is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride for better hair regrowth results, as they are experiencing thinning and shedding despite current treatments. They have also tried microneedling, Clobetasol, and salicylic acid to manage scalp issues and inflammation.
community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.
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