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Can oral finasteride help growth with side burns, donor area, nape area?

I have long hair on the top of my head but noticed thinning or "lazy hairs" near lateral humps, side burn hairs. Does finasteride work at those areas? Thank you

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Dr. Sara Wasserbauer, MD
Dr. Sara Wasserbauer, MD
Board Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
Answered on Jul 23, 2019
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Dr. Matt Tahsini, MD
Dr. Matt Tahsini, MD
Board Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
Answered on Jul 15, 2019
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Answered on Jul 14, 2019
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