Should I apply minoxidil here and microneedle? Minoxidil 3/5/2026
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and microneedling to potentially thicken small hairs on the forehead after a hair transplant. It also mentions the importance of using an oral DHT blocker for hair growth.
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