Been on treatment for 2 years, hair density is just getting worse
    2/4/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg 4x weekly 2 years
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg 3x weekly since January 2024
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 2.5mg since mid December 2024
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2 years
    💧 RU58841 (topical) 15-20mg since late April 2024
    the tone is 😞 negative with worsening hair density results.

    Other terms

    The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair loss but is experiencing worsening hair density despite treatment. They are frustrated and confused as their hairline remains unchanged, but the overall hair thickness has decreased significantly.
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