4 months into micro, got worse on the areas I needle Microneedling 5/19/2024
The user reports that after 4 months of microneedling, 10 months of Minoxidil, 2 years of finasteride, and using ketoconazole 3 times a week, their hair has become less dense in the treated areas. Despite initial shedding and continued treatment, they have not seen improvement and feel their body is resistant to the medications.
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