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research Effective Medical Treatment for Common Baldness in Women
Antiandrogen therapy helped increase hair growth in women with hormonal imbalances related to baldness.
research Hair Loss in Women with Hyperandrogenism: Four Cases Responding to Finasteride
Finasteride improves hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
research Current and Future Medical Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.
research Regulation of Hair Growth
The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.
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5 / 32 resultscommunity Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal
A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.
community 2 years fin only 1mg/daily + 4 months of gradually introducing Dut 0.5mg/daily
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1 mg daily for two years and gradually introduced dutasteride 0.5 mg daily over four months. They reported no side effects and plan to switch fully to dutasteride due to its cost-effectiveness and potential effectiveness.
community So many horror stories about switching from fin to dut
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause initial shedding, but many see long-term hair regrowth and stabilization. Responses vary, with some experiencing fewer side effects and others finding it less effective.
community Another anecdotal claim DUT can make things worse than FIN - with pictures
The user experienced initial hair improvement with finasteride but noticed worsening hair loss after switching to dutasteride. They are considering returning to finasteride due to persistent hair shedding and scalp itch.
community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.
A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.