How the hell am I still losing hair
Finasteride/Dutasteride 9/24/2025

At a glance

In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are

💊 Dutasteride (oral) daily 6 years

💧 Minoxidil (topical) daily 6 years

💧 Finasteride (topical) 1 month

the tone is 😞 negative with no improvement results.

Other terms

The user has been experiencing sudden and aggressive hair shedding despite using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for six years, and recently added topical finasteride without improvement. Possible causes discussed include stress-related hair loss, dietary changes, or high DHT sensitivity, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider adjusting treatments.

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