FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.
    Transgender 4/18/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Ketoconazole →

    antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg daily
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 0.25mg daily
    💧 Ketoconazole (topical) 2% 2x weekly
    💧 Dr. Dercos shampoo and conditioner (topical) alternating every second day
    the tone is 😞 negative.

    Other terms

    A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.
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