Will minoxidil not work if there’s too much DHT present in the scalp? Minoxidil 2/25/2024
The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for five months with little progress and is considering oral dutasteride to lower DHT levels, questioning if minoxidil is more effective with reduced DHT. They also use microneedling and tretinoin in their treatment routine.
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