Hairloss is mentally exhausting
    Chat 11/29/2020

    At a glance
    In this general discussion post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 3x weekly 8 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Dutasteride (oral) 1x weekly
    ๐Ÿ’ง Nizoral shampoo (topical) 2% 2x weekly
    ๐Ÿ’ง RU58841 (topical) 25mg 4x weekly
    ๐Ÿ’Š Pumpkin Seed Oil (oral)
    ๐Ÿ’ง Castor Oil (topical) multiple times weekly
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral with loss of effectiveness results.

    Other terms

    The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.
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