Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?
    9/19/2014

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Biotin (oral)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Zinc (oral)
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral.

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    A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.
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