depression due to losing hair since an early age, 6 months on topical min + fin and it has only gotten worse Chat 6/10/2024
A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.
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