Just got my diagnosis, not allowed to have fin, not sure what to do
    Treatment 1/28/2022

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) 5%
    ๐Ÿ’ง Azelaic Acid (topical)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral.

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    A 29-year-old male diagnosed with male pattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.
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