21 male. Using minoxidil for 2 months twice daily it's worsening hairloss. Minoxidil 5/2/2026
A 21-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride for two months is experiencing increased hair loss, which is considered normal and part of the shedding process. Users advise continuing treatment, as results typically appear after 6 months to a year, and suggest adding vitamins, microneedling, or considering dutasteride for aggressive hair loss.
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