Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment Treatment 6/18/2023
After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.
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