Hair thinning after 40 is destroying my confidence need a hair growth supplement. Treatment 8/3/2026
A 47-year-old experiencing hair thinning likely due to perimenopause is advised to consider treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and supplements such as saw palmetto. Blood tests for iron, thyroid, and vitamin levels are recommended, and options like estrogen replacement therapy and hair growth supplements are discussed.
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