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90-95 / 95 resultscommunity Study shows significant improvement in hair with topical minoxidil and oral Vitamin d compared to just topical minoxidil alone.
Taking oral Vitamin D alongside topical minoxidil improves hair density more than using minoxidil alone. Users discuss Vitamin D dosages, potential benefits, and the importance of combining it with Vitamin K2.
community Can I Use Topical Azelaic Acid & Oral Finasteride At The Same Time?
A user is considering using a topical Minoxidil solution with tretinoin and Azelaic Acid while taking oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on safety and effectiveness. They have been using Minoxidil for 10 years with mild results and oral Finasteride for a year with some positive changes.
community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
community Derma refused to prescribe finasteride and even tried to scare me about it.
A 19-year-old diagnosed with AGA was refused finasteride by a dermatologist who cited fertility concerns and prescribed minoxidil, vitamins, and shampoos instead. The user is unsure about using minoxidil and considers finding another dermatologist.