Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them? Chat 6/15/2022
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity My story: Trying to halt diffuse hair loss for past couple of years but got acute hair fall after quitting minoxidil and finasteride on my dermatologist recommendation
A 22-year-old man experienced significant hair loss after stopping minoxidil and finasteride, causing emotional distress. He resumed these treatments and is considering dutasteride and microneedling to manage his hair loss.
community M22, The dermatologist has prescribed me other products instead of minoxidil and finasteride.
A dermatologist prescribed alternatives to Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss. Users recommend sticking with Minoxidil, Finasteride, or Ketoconazole shampoo and suggest seeking a second opinion.
community 38M with TE: Struggling with Hair Loss, Seeking Advice on Fin/Min and Vitamins
A 38-year-old male with stress-induced Telogen Effluvium is seeking advice on using oral finasteride and minoxidil, as well as vitamin regimens, for hair loss. He is considering these treatments after a dermatologist ruled out male pattern baldness and prescribed ketoconazole shampoo.
community My Dermatologist is bald. Yall think he’ll prescribe me Fin or be a hater and want to see me bald too?
Concerns about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil, and doubts about a bald dermatologist prescribing them. Users recommend finding a dermatologist who prescribes effective treatments or exploring online options for finasteride.
community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin
A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.
community I bought a microscope, how does my scalp/hairs look? I've been suffering diffuse thinning and hair loss after covid and never recovered (2 yrs ago) I eat healthy, in shape and workout.
A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.
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