Is it possible for topical finasteride to be more effective than dutasteride for some people? Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/2/2026
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The user is using topical dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin but seeing no results or side effects. They also microneedle every two weeks but experience little bleeding, questioning if a thick scalp is preventing treatment effectiveness.
community Any theories on why topical finasteride does not work for some people?
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