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The conversation is about the perceived risks of oral minoxidil compared to spironolactone for treating hair loss, with the original poster currently taking spironolactone due to concerns about oral minoxidil's safety.

OP experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using topical minoxidil and plans to start finasteride. They are concerned about hair loss and have scheduled a dermatologist appointment.

The user stabilized hair loss with oral finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, and underwent a stem cell and PRP procedure. Recent increased hair shedding may be due to restarting dermarolling, affecting minoxidil absorption, or the waning effects of the stem cell treatment.

The post discusses the high cost of hair loss treatments from companies like Keeps and Roman, and suggests cheaper alternatives like GoodRx. Users share their experiences with different providers, costs, and methods of obtaining finasteride, a common hair loss treatment.

The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.

User wonders if seborrheic dermatitis blocks absorption of topicals for hair loss. They use nizoral to improve the condition but it's not fully gone.

CosmeRNA, a new hair loss treatment, is expected to release soon and may become part of the "big three" treatments alongside finasteride and minoxidil. It works differently from finasteride by targeting androgen receptors in hair follicles, potentially offering fewer side effects.

RU58841 should be refrigerated. The KB Solution is more effective at delivering RU58841 to the scalp.

Salicylic acid can reduce the effectiveness of minoxidil for beard growth. Users discuss avoiding salicylic acid when using minoxidil.

User suggests finding unknown baldness cure by applying random items on scalp and reporting results after 6 months. Various users humorously agree to try different substances, including whale sperm and hydrochloric acid.