My dermatologist said I have female pattern hair loss, now my hair is fully grown back. Update 12/11/2022
A user with female pattern hair loss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hair loss.
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Finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as treatments for male pattern baldness. Finasteride and dutasteride are effective DHT blockers, while minoxidil is necessary for regrowth but must be used consistently.
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A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
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The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.
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Minoxidil and spironolactone are recommended for female hair loss, and they can be used together. A dermatologist visit is advised to confirm the type of hair loss and rule out other issues.
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