Male Age 28. On minoxidil 5%+ tretinoin+ azelaic acid topical solution. That's my current situation. Am i cooked? Minoxidil 3/10/2025
A 28-year-old male is using Minoxidil 5% with tretinoin and azelaic acid for hair loss and is considering finasteride but is concerned about side effects. He seeks advice on recovering his temple area.
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