Few questions about my futur treatment Treatment 3/13/2024
The user, who experienced hair loss at the temples due to psoriasis at 17, is now 21 and considering treatment options. They are inquiring about using minoxidil once a day, whether non-AGA hair loss will persist after stopping minoxidil, and if alternative remedies like Detumescence therapy, rosemary and peppermint oils, and microneedling could be sufficient.
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