Feeling A LOT of stubble on my scalp (I'm a diffuse thinner). What does this mean?
    Chat 7/1/2020

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ ketoconazole (topical) 2%
    β€’ dermarolling 0.5
    πŸ’§ castor oil (topical)
    πŸ’Š Vitamin D3 (oral)
    πŸ’Š biotin (oral) 4 years
    πŸ’Š iron supplements (oral)
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1 year
    the tone is 😐 neutral.

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    A user with diffuse thinning noticed stubble-like hairs on their scalp after using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, castor oil, Vitamin D3, biotin, and iron supplements. They are unsure if this indicates regrowth or miniaturized hairs.
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