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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Embraced baldness. Time to leave this subreddit
A user shared their positive experience of embracing baldness after years of trying treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. They found happiness and confidence by shaving their head, despite some social challenges, and encouraged others to focus on their attitude and seek therapy if needed.
community Why do people dismiss laser therapy quickly saying that it doesn’t have strong data yet happily apply microneedling which also lacks strong data
Microneedling is preferred over laser therapy for hair loss because it is cheaper and reportedly effective, especially with minoxidil. Laser therapy is seen as costly and less effective.
community ~6 years on Fin + 3 years of Min. Seeing zero progress.
The user has been using finasteride for six years and minoxidil for three years with no noticeable hair regrowth. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, considering a hair transplant, and trying microneedling.
community Are Minoxidil & Finasteride/Dutastide the only REAL things that work? Is there anything else I can do for diffuse thinning that actually works on top of these?
Minoxidil and finasteride are the main effective treatments for hair loss. RU58841 is discussed as a potential option but has concerns about safety and side effects.
community Dermatologist says you can’t prevent hair loss and medications don’t work
Finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help prevent or slow hair loss for many, though results vary. The dermatologist's claim that no medication works is incorrect, as these treatments are effective for some individuals.
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