Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia. Chat 2/9/2024
The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
community 22M Fin and min everyday for 10 months, looks like my right temple is still receding
The user is seeking opinions on their hair loss, specifically the receding of their right temple. They are considering switching to Dutasteride but are unsure if it will help. Other users suggest that their hairline has improved with the use of Finasteride and Minoxidil. One user mentions using RU58841 to thicken their hairline.
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The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.
community Dutasteride would have been approved for AGA by the US FDA.
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, with some users experiencing fewer side effects. Users share experiences with dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, discussing dosage and fertility concerns.
community Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day lowers scalp DHT levels by only 50% (but 2.5 mg/day lowers scalp DHT by 80%).
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.
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