Will restarting minoxidil have the same shedding phase as the first time? Minoxidil 4/17/2026
The user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp issues and switched to finasteride, noticing thicker hair initially but experiencing hair loss again. They are considering restarting minoxidil but are concerned about the shedding phase, especially with upcoming vacation plans and a potential second hair transplant.
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