Androgenetic alopecia - I want your honest opinion
    Female 12/13/2022

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š spironolactone (oral) 100mg daily 1 month
    πŸ’Š minoxidil (oral) 2.25mg daily not started yet
    πŸ’§ aminexil (topical) null daily not specified
    the tone is 😐 neutral.

    Other terms

    A female user's diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, and the advice shared in response which suggests taking spironolactone and minoxidil together to prevent hair loss.
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