Do Doctors prescribe meds I don't need?
    Chat 9/21/2024

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral)
    💊 Vitamin D pills (oral)
    💉 Biotin PRP (injections) monthly 4 months
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5%
    💧 Finasteride (topical) 0.1%
    the tone is 😐 neutral with impressive results.

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    The user was prescribed various treatments for baldness, including finasteride, vitamin D pills, biotin PRP, and minoxidil. The minoxidil and finasteride topical solution finally worked, leading the user to question the doctor's motives for prescribing ineffective treatments initially.
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