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Derma roller after hair transplant, 2 months post-op

rx331Oct 18, 2016
Hi I had FUT 2 months ago, doctor has told me to use 1.5mm derma roller everyday with 5% minoxidil, after searching the internet i found out that 1.5mm derma shouldn't be used on head especially everyday. I'm now confused please help me, my doctor is not supportive and does not provide me with satisfactory answers Thank you

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