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A 22-year-old man has been using topical melatonin for a year to slow hair loss and it appears to be effective. He's seeking alternatives to finasteride due to potential side effects, and is interested in understanding how melatonin works to prevent hair shedding.
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The user had a detailed 3.5-hour consultation with Dr. Zarev for hair loss treatment, praising his meticulous approach and innovative techniques, and was prescribed topical finasteride and minoxidil. Other users agreed on Zarev's expertise, noting his long waiting list and the high quality of his work, with one surgery per week and a focus on individual patient care.
community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
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A 35-year-old man had a hair transplant in 2019 but experienced further hair loss due to not using finasteride or minoxidil. Many suggest shaving his head or considering a hair system, as his donor area is depleted and further transplants may not be viable.
community Why is the general consensus that if you can’t tolerate 5AR Inhibitors you’re “cooked”?
Alternatives to finasteride for hair loss include minoxidil, alfatrodial, fluridil, pyrilutamide, and Nizoral. These treatments may not be as effective as finasteride but can help slow hair loss progression.