A year and a half of Dut and min, without results, I need help. Treatment 7/26/2024
A 21-year-old male has been using dutasteride 0.5mg daily and topical minoxidil 5% nightly for a year and a half without success. He switched to oral minoxidil 0.25mg daily and is taking vitamin D supplements, but remains concerned about ongoing hair loss.
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