RANT - Waving the flag: I think it’s over for me brothers
    Shaved/buzzed 9/6/2023

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral)
    💊 Minoxidil (oral)
    💧 Ketoconazole (topical)
    💧 RU58841 (topical)
    💊 vitamins (oral)
    the tone is 😞 negative with no growth results.

    Other terms

    The user is experiencing severe hair loss despite using treatments like DUT, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, RU58841, and vitamins. They plan to buzz their hair due to the ongoing hair fall and its impact on their mental health and self-esteem.
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