Did i lose my chance or do i still have a chance? Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/29/2024
A 25-year-old has been using finasteride since around age 22 and is considering starting oral minoxidil due to scalp issues. They are concerned about the effectiveness of starting minoxidil at their current age and the impact of scalp redness on hair growth. Another person suggests that starting minoxidil at any time is fine but warns about the commitment required, as stopping it will result in losing regrown hair, unlike finasteride which slows hair loss progression.
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