New here: Looking for suggestions for products and supplements that ACTUALLY WORK please! Perimenopausal and hair thinning is stressing me out. Thank you! Female 1/5/2025
Hair thinning in perimenopausal women and potential treatments. Suggestions include minoxidil, spironolactone, and consulting a doctor for possible hormonal treatments.
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