Im currently on Finasteride(4m) and Minoxidil(2m). 2m ago I tried a dermaroller 1,5mm once. I used it carefully and without any noticeable bleeding, my scalp got little sore for a day, the dermaroller was of poor quality. My hair have got thinner since starting medication, so I can't judge if my hair is thinner because of shedding or if the dermaroller is the cause and that is really stressing me out. Is it likely that the dermaroller is the cause of this hairloss? If yes, is it permanent?
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Using a dermaroller with a needle length of 1.5mm on your scalp can be a bit aggressive, especially if you are not experienced with the technique. While it is designed to promote hair growth by stimulating blood flow and collagen production, improper use can potentially cause temporary...
It’s understandable to be concerned, especially with your hair transplant coming up soon. Splitting your 5mg dose into two 2.5mg doses (morning and night) shouldn’t negatively impact your overall hair growth. In fact, some patients find that splitting the dose helps reduce side effects while sti...
Hi Thank you for your inquiry, I'm glad you spoke to your dermatologist first before changing your dosing. From the overall understanding in the literature splitting minoxdil 2.5mg vs 5mg has the safe effect. If you are looking for other ways to increase strength of your treatment for hair loss...