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Minoxidil on the chest?

PabloVollmarDec 19, 2017
Minoxidil on the chest Good evening Doctors, I Will go straight to the point. I have hair on my chest, However i would like to get some more, What would Happen if i put minoxidil 5% or 2% on my chest twice a day 2 ml per day. could It help me to get that ?.

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Dr. Jay Goldstein, MD
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Answered on Dec 27, 2017
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
Answered on Sep 28, 2018
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