What do you think about my treatment ( female)
    2/21/2023

    From the encyclopedia
    Spironolactone β†’

    Blood-pressure and diuretic drug with anti-androgen effects

    Vitamin D β†’

    Vitamin made in the skin from sunlight, also taken as a supplement

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ topical finasteride (topical) 1 month
    πŸ’§ 7% minoxidil (topical) 7% 1 month
    πŸ’Š spironolactone (oral) 75mg 1 month
    πŸ’Š low androgen birth control pill (oral) 4 months
    πŸ’Š iron (oral) 3 months
    πŸ’Š vitamin D (oral) 3 months
    πŸ’Š biotin (oral) 3 months
    πŸ’Š zinc (oral) 3 months
    πŸ’§ dermastamp (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with no significant regrowth results.

    Other terms

    A woman with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of topical finasteride with 7% minoxidil, spironolactone, and supplements like iron, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. She is considering additional treatments like PRP and laser therapy but has not seen significant hair regrowth yet.
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