Testosterone, gray hair, low vitamin D, and switching to oral Minoxidil Treatment 2/9/2021
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community 4 weeks in (dutasteride only).
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community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.
community My dermatologist said I have female pattern hair loss, now my hair is fully grown back.
A user with female pattern hair loss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hair loss.
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