#AskDrJohnWatts | MIRACLE HAIR OIL | Hair Surgeon Explains

#besthairtransplantinhyderabad #hairtransplant #hairtransplantresults #bestdermatologistinhyderabad #bestdermatologistinindia #bestdermatologistinsouthindia #besthairtransplantinindia #besthairtransplantinsouthindia #hairtransplantindia #besthairtransplantinvizag #drjohnwatts #realhairtransplant #drjohnwatts Hair loss is one of the most common concerns affecting men today. When men notice a receding hairline, thinning hair, or increasing baldness, they often start looking for medicines that can slow down hair loss and preserve their existing hair. Among the medications discussed for male pattern hair loss, Finasteride and Dutasteride are two commonly known options. Dutasteride is considered a very powerful medicine because it suppresses DHT more strongly than Finasteride. But does stronger DHT suppression always mean better hair growth? What exactly does Dutasteride do? How is it different from Finasteride? And what are the possible risks and side effects? Dr. John Watts, renowned dermatologist, trichologist, hair transplant specialist, and pioneer in Long Hair Transplant in South India, who has successfully performed over 3,500 hair transplant procedures and still counting, explains what Dutasteride does, how it works, how it differs from Finasteride, and its potential benefits and risks in hair loss treatment. What is Dutasteride? Dutasteride was specifically developed for prostate-related problems. However, it has also been found to be very helpful in men with hair loss. Just like Finasteride, Dutasteride can be used to treat male pattern hair loss. So, what makes Dutasteride different? How does Dutasteride work? The testosterone hormone in our body can be converted into DHT, or dihydrotestosterone. The enzyme responsible for this conversion is called 5-alpha reductase. DHT gradually affects hair follicles that are genetically sensitive to it. The hair becomes progressively thinner and smaller, and the growth phase becomes weaker. Eventually, the affected area can become bald. Finasteride mainly blocks the Type 2 5-alpha reductase enzyme, while Dutasteride goes one step further and blocks both Type 1 and Type 2 5-alpha reductase enzymes. In short, Dutasteride can suppress DHT much more strongly than Finasteride. However, greater DHT suppression does not necessarily make it the right treatment for every patient. What are the possible side effects of Dutasteride? Dutasteride is an effective medicine, but it is not without possible side effects. Some men may experience: • Reduced sex drive or libido • Erectile dysfunction • Difficulty with ejaculation • Breast tenderness or enlargement • Reduced sperm count • Changes in sperm quality • Mood changes or depressed mood • Allergic reactions, itching, rashes or redness There is also an important difference between Finasteride and Dutasteride when it comes to how long the drug remains in the body. Finasteride has a relatively short half-life. Therefore, when the drug is stopped, it leaves the body much faster. Dutasteride, on the other hand, has a very long half-life—almost five weeks, explains Dr John in this video. This means Dutasteride molecules can remain in the body for a much longer period. Therefore, while its beneficial effects can persist, if side effects occur, they may also take considerably longer to settle after stopping the medicine. What are the uses of Dutasteride? As mentioned earlier, Dutasteride is used for certain prostate-related problems, particularly benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), where it helps reduce an enlarged prostate. At the same time, because Dutasteride strongly suppresses DHT, it can also help reduce hair loss and may produce better hair-growth results in some men compared with Finasteride. However, Dutasteride is generally used for hair loss as an off-label treatment, and its approval for hair loss varies between countries. Does everyone with hair loss need Dutasteride? Dutasteride is not necessary for everyone with hair loss. Hair loss can be triggered by various causes, and treatment depends on the correct diagnosis, disease progression, age, severity of hair loss, and individual risk factors. #AskDrJohnWatts #Dutasteride #DutasterideForHairLoss #DHTHairLoss #FinasterideVsDutasteride #MalePatternBaldness #HairLossTreatment #HairLossMedication #DHTBlocker #HairRestoration #HairLossAwareness #DermatologistAdvice #Trichology #HairGrowthTreatment #HairHealth Trichos is ultimate destination for high quality hair transplant We are dedicated to provide real, permanently long lasting and growing hair that look natural. We have been awarded best hair transplant clinic in south India. Website: http://linktr.ee/drjohnw Website: https://trichos.in Facebook:   / trichoshairtransplant   Contact us: KUKATPALLY 3rd Floor no.1, Above Aishwarya fertility , Beside Sri Sri holistic Hospital, KPHB Road no 1, Hyderabad-500072. Call or WhatsApp : +91 6303151659 Call or WhatsApp : +91 8008003115