doctor said finasteride/dutasteride isn't the proper way to treat hair loss 11/9/2025
A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting PRP or mesotherapy instead, which led to skepticism about his motives. Many users recommended finding a new doctor and shared experiences of successful treatments with finasteride or dutasteride.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community Has anyone actually had success with PRP for hair density?
PRP treatments for hair density show mixed results, with some users seeing minor improvements but not significant regrowth or halting of hair loss. Combining PRP with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride may enhance results, but it is not a miracle solution.
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The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on minoxidil and finasteride, with suggestions for microneedling and dermarolling to improve hair thickness. The original poster has used minoxidil for four years and finasteride for over a year but is exploring additional options for better results.
community Tried PRP after a year on Oral Dutasteride/Minoxidil. 6-9 months later had amazing results
OP used oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil but saw significant improvement only after adding PRP treatments. PRP sessions every 4 months maintained the results, though it is expensive.
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The conversation is about various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and natural supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. It also covers methods to improve blood circulation, nourish hair follicles, and address underlying health issues like vitamin D deficiency and high cortisol levels.
community 30-Min Dermatology Visit – Best Questions to Ask About Balding? ( 175$ )
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and other options like PRP and ketoconazole. It highlights the importance of asking specific questions during a dermatology visit to determine the cause of hair loss and appropriate treatments.
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6 / 6 resultsresearch Additive Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Systemic Therapies in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
This study found that combining platelet-rich plasma with systemic therapies for androgenetic alopecia may result in greater improvements in hair density and width than using PRP alone, though the differences were not statistically significant.
research Supplementary Material for: Additive Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Systemic Therapies in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
This study found that androgenetic alopecia patients treated with a combination of PRP and systemic therapy experienced greater but non-significant improvements in hair density and width compared to PRP monotherapy, without additional adverse effects, suggesting potential benefits for further exploration of combination regimens.
research Mesotherapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review of Active Ingredients, Protocols, and Clinical Efficacy
This review found that mesotherapy could improve hair density and reduce hair fall in androgenetic alopecia, especially when combined with other treatments, but lacks standardized protocols and long-term safety data.
research Supplementary Material for: Additive Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Systemic Therapies in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
In this study, PRP combined with systemic therapy for androgenetic alopecia showed higher, but not statistically significant, improvements in hair density and width compared to PRP alone, with no increase in side effects; further prospective studies are recommended.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
This comprehensive review analyzes androgenetic alopecia treatments, discussing the mechanisms, costs, efficacy, and safety of FDA-approved drugs like minoxidil and finasteride, as well as newer non-FDA-approved options that have shown effectiveness across various studies.
research Minimally Invasive Non-Surgical Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Narrative Review of Clinical Evidence for Regenerative and Locally Acting Antiandrogen Treatments
This study reviewed evidence for six minimally invasive treatments for androgenetic alopecia, finding consistent support for platelet-rich plasma and topical finasteride, while other options like microneedling and intradermal dutasteride showed promise but need further and standardized research.