Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice? Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/5/2026
A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.
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