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

July 12, 2019
Asked By:TxNYNJ

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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July 15, 2019

Answer: Finasteride

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July 23, 2019

Answer: Finasteride

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July 14, 2019

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July 14, 2019

Answer: Finasteride

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