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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground…
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hair loss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.
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Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
community Nuclear Stack Ineffective: Oral DUT/FIN/MIN/RU - NAFLD?
The user experienced severe hair shedding despite using oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, and was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). They are considering switching to topical treatments due to the ineffectiveness of their current regimen.
community 7 month progress on finasteride, dutasteride and oral minoxidil
The user "Turbulent_Mix_318" shared their progress pictures after 7 months of using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They did not experience any adverse effects except for increased hair growth in other areas.
community Not everyone should immediately go on Fin if they are starting to bald
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hair loss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hair loss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.