Dutasteride Mesotherapy ruined my hair
    8/28/2023

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% daily
    💧 Finasteride (topical) 0.1% 3 months
    💉 Dutasteride mesotherapy (injections) 1 syringe monthly 3 months
    the tone is 😞 negative with worsened hair condition results.

    Other terms

    A 30-year-old male experienced worsened hair thinning after trying topical minoxidil/finasteride and then undergoing three sessions of Dutasteride mesotherapy. Despite consistent use of 5% minoxidil, his hair condition deteriorated, and he suspects a shedding phase or adverse reaction to the treatments.
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