1 year update on dutasteride 0.5 daily, Still losing ground, 22m Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/27/2026
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is using a low dose of oral minoxidil but continues to experience hair loss. Others suggest the hair looks the same and recommend trying a higher dose of minoxidil or adding microneedling.
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