What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately? Chat 3/22/2025
The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.
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The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
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The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.
community Soo.. uhh.. one year... wondering when Dutasteride is going to stop hair loss
User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hair loss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.
community Last Post Before I Switch Back to Finasteride From Dutasteride
The user plans to switch from dutasteride back to finasteride due to worsening hair loss, possibly due to increased scalp testosterone. Others report mixed results with both treatments, showing individual variability.
community Confused by all the negative feedback about dutasteride
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