B12 and D Vitamins very low (bloodwork showed 15 for D). Dutasteride and Minoxidil not holding back the hairloss. Should i supplement? Treatment 12/19/2025
Dutasteride and Minoxidil are not effectively preventing hair loss. Supplementing with Vitamin D and B12 is recommended.
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