M18: I think microneedling is making my hair look thinner Is this regrowth? 3/22/2025
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair thinning potentially due to excessive microneedling while using finasteride and minoxidil. Many suggest reducing microneedling frequency and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.
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