Hair loss 30F - thoughts on red light therapy vs min/fin?
    10/2/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Spironolactone β†’

    powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š biotin supplements (oral)
    β€’ red light therapy (non-invasive)
    πŸ’§ minoxidil (topical)
    πŸ’Š finasteride (oral)
    πŸ’Š spironolactone (oral)
    πŸ’§ microneedling (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral.

    Other terms

    The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.
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