quit minox before HT or remain on it forever? Minoxidil 10/19/2025
The conversation is about whether to continue using minoxidil before a hair transplant or stop it and let hair loss progress. Most suggest staying on minoxidil for better results, despite potential long-term use concerns.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity for anyone who is on the fence about oral minoxidil should read this NYT article it might help. it's an old one but people might need a refresher. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/18/health/minoxidil-hair-loss-pills.html
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical for hair regrowth but may cause unwanted body hair growth and cardiovascular side effects. Some users experience positive results, while others discontinue use due to side effects like chest pain.
community 5 years post hair transplant, 3 months on minoxidil only
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community A Decade on Hairloss Battle
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community Estrogen is an anabolic for scalp hair, if you mix it with growth stimulants such as oral minoxidil. All we need is an artificial SARM-estrogen that will work only with hair and will be invisible for the rest of the body + some next level AA only for hair – goodbye hair transplant industry
Hair loss discussion mentions using estrogen mixed with growth stimulants like oral minoxidil for scalp hair growth. Idea proposed for an artificial SARM-estrogen that only affects hair without body side effects.
community Received a hair transplant today at 22 years old
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community First time using hair fibers until the Rogaine kicks in.
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