Lost some ground on Finasteride / Minoxidil, 7 months in but losing hope each month Chat 8/24/2024
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, tea tree oil, and nizoral. They are considering switching to dutasteride due to an upcoming move to Japan.
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community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
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Microneedling with topical minoxidil is effective for hair regrowth, especially with finasteride. Users report fewer side effects compared to oral minoxidil.
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