Oral min to topical? Dut to fin? Minoxidil 1/23/2026
The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil and possibly adding finasteride, while continuing with dutasteride and incorporating microneedling to improve hair loss treatment. They are concerned about potential shedding during the transition.
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