Diffuse thinner, would I respond well to a hair transplant? 8/26/2026
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has started taking 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, planning to wait a year before considering a hair transplant. They are advised to be patient, consult with doctors, and see how the medication affects their hair density before proceeding with surgery.
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