Experiences with anemic hair loss? 7/15/2025
The user is experiencing hair loss likely due to anemia and nutrient deficiency, and is considering using Minoxidil or non-drug treatments like coffee rinses while improving their diet and taking supplements. They are unsure if Minoxidil will be effective for this type of hair loss and are concerned about potential side effects.
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