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  • 28 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm thinking about starting minoxidil for my male pattern baldness, but I'm worried about what happens if I stop using it. Will all the new hair I grow just fall out, and will my original hair shed faster than usual? I really want to understand this before I decide. Can you help clarify this for me?

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Visit your Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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Consult a Dermatologist

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