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.
Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.
Access to minoxidil and finasteride in prison is unlikely unless prescribed for medical conditions like hypertension or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Cosmetic treatments are generally not provided in prison.
The conversation discusses the frustration over the unavailability of 2.5mg dutasteride soft gels, with some users suggesting higher doses for better scalp DHT suppression. Concerns about side effects and the necessity of DHT are debated, with some users advocating for alternative treatments like RU58841 and oral minoxidil.