DUPA/Retrograde might not be DHT based...GET A BIOPSY QUICK or permanent Hair Loss!
    Research/Science 2/5/2025

    At a glance
    In this educational post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg - 2.5mg once per day
    โ€ข Minoxidil (topical or oral) 5% topical or 0.25mg - 5mg per day
    ๐Ÿ’Š Pioglitazone (oral) 15mg - 30mg once per day
    ๐Ÿ’ง Clobetasol Propionate (topical) 0.05% once per day
    ๐Ÿ’ง Calcipotriol (topical) 0.005% once per day
    โ€ข Ketoconazole (shampoo) 2% 4 times a week
    ๐Ÿ’Š Doxycycline (oral) 200 mg once or twice a day
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral.

    Other terms

    DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.
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