M-29 Facing Hairloss and Thinning Treatment 1/20/2026
A user is starting a hair loss treatment with Minoxidil (5 mg oral and 10% topical), Dutasteride, and Zinc, and is concerned about the high dosages. Other users suggest following the dermatologist's advice, starting with topical treatments, and discussing dosage concerns with the doctor.
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community Choose a proper dermatologist or you will go bald. Shampoos/Conditioners, vitamins etc. are useless against balding
Choose a knowledgeable dermatologist to avoid ineffective treatments for hair loss. Finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil are more effective than topical versions and supplements like zinc and biotin are not helpful for balding.
community Seven month progress. .5mg dut, 1.25mg minoxidil, % topical minoxidil, B3, Biotin, zinc , iron and microneedling
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over seven months using a combination of oral dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and iron. They plan to continue treatments to prepare for a potential hair transplant.
community Dermatologist keeps stressing on diet and vitamins - are they that crucial?
The conversation is about a user experiencing increased hair loss after altering their treatment routine of oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. The dermatologist emphasized the importance of diet and vitamins, but the user is skeptical given their healthy lifestyle.
community Dermatologist won't prescribe oral finasteride without first trying topical and having blood and sperm tests done
A user is frustrated that their dermatologist requires blood and sperm tests before prescribing oral finasteride, despite already taking oral minoxidil. They prefer oral medication over topical treatments due to sensory issues and are considering asking their GP for a finasteride prescription or seeking alternatives online.
community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground… 25m What should I do?
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.
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