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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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1 year ago Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
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Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.
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Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
community Still shedding like crazy after 1 year on finasteride
User has been shedding hair despite using finasteride for a year, increasing the dose recently, and experiencing thin, short hairs. Other users suggest continuing treatment, seeing a dermatologist, and note that some hair loss is normal.
community 6 months on Him’s 1.2mg finasteride 3mg Minoxidil
The user has been using Him's chewable finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg) for six months and has seen some hair regrowth but is considering switching to dutasteride. Others advise patience, suggesting that significant results often take 12 to 18 months, and recommend sticking with the current treatment longer before making changes.