I stopped minoxidil after one week -here’s what happened
    Progress Pictures 3/10/2024

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 1 week
    💊 Spironolactone (oral) several months
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some growth results.

    Other terms

    A user experienced telogen effluvium due to stress and was prescribed oral minoxidil and spironolactone, which initially worked. After stopping and restarting minoxidil, they experienced shedding but saw regrowth after discontinuing it again.
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