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Result 1.5 months after Minoxidil? (Photo)

akshay171Aug 6, 2018
I am 20 years male, with an aggresive shedding. I started 2% minoxidil and 1mg finax 1.5 month back. As per my derma hair fall should last for 21-30 days after applying minoxidil but, even after 1.5 month I am shedding like anything. Is it normal? Should I continue with minoxidil. I am witnessing some side effects one is headache. So wondering, if minoxidil is even worth it?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Aug 25, 2018
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Dr. Karl Hekimian, MD
Dr. Karl Hekimian, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 7, 2018
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
Answered on Aug 7, 2018
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