Hesitant to start minoxidil foam because of shed(s)?

January 2, 2017
Asked By:hairyboy in Chicago, IL

Hello, 22 years old male with diffuse hair loss and male pattern baldness. I have minoxidil and am hesitant to use it because of the initial shedding. My hair loss isnt too bad currently (you can judge from the pics) but soon I think it will become bad. What do you say? Should I start with a test patch on the vertex of my scalp? I'm afraid it'll make my condition worse. Also if I start with once a day then increase it to twice a day, will that cause another shedding phase?

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January 5, 2017

Answer: Minoxidil and hair shedding

January 5, 2017

Answer: Minoxidil and hair shedding

January 5, 2017

Answer: New hair growing in

January 5, 2017

Answer: New hair growing in

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